Booker, The Will Cain Show
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 platform FOX Weather. As the number one network in all of cable, FNC has been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
About the role
The Will Cain Show is looking for a Booker with strong news instincts, great relationships, and a unique sense of what makes a compelling guest. You know the major players and the news cycle but are also looking for what's next—an emerging story, an unexpected angle, or a fresh voice. You are curious beyond the day's headlines and plugged into the conversations shaping politics, sports, entertainment, and culture. You thrive under the intense deadlines of a daily live broadcast and have a strong drive to succeed.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and book high-profile, compelling guests
- Conduct pre-interviews and prepare research packets across a wide range of topics
- Build and maintain strong relationships with various contacts
- Collaborate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Bring creative, outside-the-box story ideas that make stories relevant and meaningful to a national audience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience
- Experience in television production
- Strong writing, editorial judgment, communication, and research skills
- A sharp understanding of politics, breaking news, current events, and the cultural news cycle
- Social-media fluency and the ability to spot emerging news and booking opportunities
- Experience in a live control room a plus
- Familiarity with I-News, Viz, and Dalet
Pay
The pay rate/range for this role is $67,000.00–90,000.00 annually, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.