Booking Producer, MS NOW 11PM

Versant • New York, NY

2d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MS NOW is looking for an experienced Booking Producer for the new 11PM show with host Ali Velshi. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Requirements

• 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
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Sound journalistic and news judgment, political experience and strong writing skills
• Strong Rolodex
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
• Must be detail-oriented and exhibits grace under pressure in the breaking news environment and meets 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

Responsibilities

• Book 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
• Works with technical managers in arranging studio logistics for live and taped interviews
• Work on content for digital platforms, social media and MS NOW’s DTC products

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid leave
• tuition reimbursement
• a variety of other discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level