Booker

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox News MediaFOX 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 Fox News Media is seeking an experienced Booker to join the team. The ideal candidate is an energetic and proactive self-starter with a positive attitude. He or she will build upon prior relationships with high-profile guests and stop at nothing to book news makers and exclusive interviews. As a booker, you strive in breaking news and are familiar with setting up shoots, interviews, and town halls in the field.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Book guests under the deadline pressure of a daily live show

Work in a fast-paced control room environment and actively book guests in real time as news develops

React quickly to breaking news and pivot guest bookings based on evolving editorial needs

Track down difficult-to-find people using social media and other research tools

Develop and maintain relationships with news makers, experts, and other potential guests

Work collaboratively with co-workers to determine the best approach to securing high-profile interviews

Pitch unique, timely stories and compelling guests

Conduct pre-interviews and gather relevant background information to prepare the production team Demonstrate strong news judgment and a thorough knowledge of current events WHAT YOU WILL NEEDAbility to work in a fast-paced, live control room environment and actively book guests in real time as news develops

Identify and secure compelling guests, including news makers, experts, analysts, and relevant voices

Develop and maintain a strong network of sources and guest contacts

Pitch timely, relevant guest ideas aligned with the show’s editorial priorities

Conduct pre-interviews and provide producers and anchors with relevant background and talking points

React quickly to breaking news and pivot bookings as editorial needs change

Coordinate guest logistics and communicate effectively with producers, anchors, and the control room Demonstrate strong news judgment, knowledge of current events, and the ability to identify the right guest for each segment

Ability to manage multiple bookings and deadlines simultaneously in a high-pressure environment#LI-BC1

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 $67,.00 annually. 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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