Overview
NewsNation is looking for a hardworking, creative, and proactive booking producer for a daily show. The ideal candidate has advanced knowledge of newsmakers and political leaders. As a booking producer, you will work with show producers to arrange guest appearances on the program to discuss the news of the day and/or breaking news. You must have excellent organizational skills, be an effective communicator, be detail-oriented, and work well under deadline pressure. The position is based at the network's offices in New York, NY.
Responsibilities
Pitch stories daily
Identify top tier guests, cultivate relationships, and arrange guest appearances on the show
Conduct pre-interviews and in-depth research on a range of topics
Organize and produce elements for show segments
Monitor the latest news and locate people, images, and sound editorial information via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Dataminr, YouTube, and other platforms
Find reliable guests/witnesses quickly during breaking news situations
Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership
Requirements & Skills
A bachelor’s degree is preferred
Extensive list of contacts, and ability to find and book high-profile guests, as well as people at the center of major news stories
Flexibility with hours, as breaking news or major events warrant
Five or more years of experience in television
Strong editorial judgment
Knowledge of and passion for current events and politics
Willingness and ability to work under tight deadline pressures while juggling long-term bookings
Experience with Lexis Nexis; ENPS would be valuable
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance, and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
About Nexstar
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets. The Company’s portfolio includes The CW, America’s News Nation network, Antenna TV, Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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NewsNation - Booking Producer - Cuomo
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · New York, NY, USA ·
- Pay:
- $85,000-$95,000/yr
- Job type:
- Part Time
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar's enterprise-class ad tech platforms, video monetization technology, and professional digital agency services deliver powerful digital advertising and content monetization solutions to brands across both national and local markets in the United States.
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