OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Booker to join the # 1 National Cable Morning Show, Fox & Friends. As Booker, you understand the importance of the “first phone call”. You have the ability to reel in the big get before anyone else is even awake! You know what it takes to get the exclusive. The Booker will have the right attitude and understand that Fox and Friends requires a high level of flexibility, commitment, and dedication.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
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Book people at the center of major news stories, high-profile guests, and celebrities
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Conduct research and compile well-rounded pre-interviews
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Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live show
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Pitch unique and interesting stories and guest ideas
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Build and maintain relationships with a variety of newsmakers
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
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A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent work experience
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3+ years of experience in television
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Previous booking experience
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Strong editorial judgment
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A passion for current events
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An extensive rolodex and can book everyone from high-profile guests, celebrities, and people at the center of major news stories
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Ability to utilize social media to identify viral posts and book guests
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Ability to work under tight deadline pressures while juggling long-term bookings
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Ability to work overnights and weekends
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Experience researching using Lexis Nexis, Accurint, iNews preferred
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $75,000.00-80,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $62,500.00-66,600.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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What We Do
Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, and the FOX Television Stations. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develops deeper consumer relationships and creates more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that will shape our strategy to capitalize on current strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.
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