Booker, Outkick

OutKick Overview

OutKick is a cutting-edge national multimedia platform that produces and distributes engaging content at the intersection of sports news, sports culture, and pop culture. Owned by FOX Corporation, OutKick was originally founded by Clay Travis.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, creative, experienced, and highly motivated Booker to join the OutKick family. The Booker will be responsible for identifying strong guests, cultivating relationships, and confirming bookings for all OutKick shows. The role requires conducting thorough research, understanding and communicating a guest's point of view, managing daily deadlines, and regularly pitching segments and creative story angles to show producers.

Required Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study (preferred), or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in television.
• Strong booking background.
• Extensive rolodex of contacts.
• A passion for current events.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to write effectively and creatively.
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends when news events warrant.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study (preferred), or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in television.
• Strong booking background.
• Extensive rolodex of contacts.
• A passion for current events.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to write effectively and creatively.
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends when news events warrant.

Benefits

This role is 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.