Freelance Coordinating/Booking Producer, FOX & Friends

Fox•New York, NY

3d•$50 - $60

About The Position

Fox & Friends is looking for an experienced Freelance Coordinating/Booking Producer to join the # 1 National Cable Morning Show. The ideal candidate is an independent leader who is a proven go-getter, a team player, and someone who can rise to the occasion under the stressful demands of cable news. As Freelance Coordinating/Booking Producer, you should have a proven track record of booking top-tier guests on tight timelines, managing multiple deadlines, excellent editorial judgment, and experience in breaking news situations. You understand the importance of the “first phone call" and have the ability to reel in the big get before anyone else is even awake! You understand this role requires a high level of flexibility, commitment, and dedication.

Requirements

Proven live newsroom experience
Previous booking experience
Strong editorial judgment
A passion for current events
An extensive rolodex and can book everyone from high-profile guests, celebrities, and people at the center of major news stories
Ability to utilize social media to identify viral posts and book guests
Ability to work under tight deadline pressures while juggling long-term bookings
Ability to work overnights and weekends
Experience researching using Lexis Nexis, Accurint, iNews preferred
A Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

Book people at the center of major news stories, high-profile guests, and celebrities
Conduct research and compile well-rounded pre-interviews
Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live show
Pitch interesting stories and guest ideas
Build and maintain relationships with a variety of newsmakers
Provide solid news judgment, especially during breaking news
Help plan future editorial content for the show