Booking Producer, MS NOW The Weekend

Company Description
VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versantâs sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

Job Description
MS NOW is looking for an experienced Booking Producer for The Weekend. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Responsibilities

Book a wide variety of national and international newsmakers, experts and guests from various fields including politics, foreign relations, business/economy, health/medicine, entertainment, etc.

Conduct pre‑interviews, secure facilities for remote interviews and arrange transportation for guests.

Arrange interviews for broadcasts during live, breaking news coverage.

Enterprise, conceptualize and pitch story ideas.

Work with technical managers to arrange studio logistics for live and taped interviews.

Work on content for digital platforms, social media and MS NOW’s DTC products.

Qualifications

Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Must have at least 5 years of experience in live television, preferably cable news, including researching information and tracking down guests.

Desired Qualifications

Sound journalistic and news judgment, political experience and strong writing skills.

Strong Rolodex.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required.

Must be detail‑oriented and exhibit grace under pressure in the breaking news environment and meet multiple daily deadlines.

Looking for team players who are self‑starters and can troubleshoot logistical issues.

Creative thinkers who bring new ideas to news stories.

Additional Job Requirements

Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C.

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.

Benefits
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Salary
$100,000 - $120,000

Equal Employment Opportunity
VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

Compliance with Pay Transparency Laws
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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