OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

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 newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Fox News Channel is seeking an experienced AP/Booker to join the weekend primetime programming team. The ideal candidate is an energetic and proactive self-starter with a positive attitude who will build upon prior relationships with high-profile guests to book strong newsmakers and exclusive interviews on a weekly basis. You are also prepared to set up shoots and interviews in the field, as well as producing pre-taped segments with remote guests.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Book guests for weekly program and long-term projects

Track down difficult-to-find people using social media & other tools

Work collaboratively with co-workers to determine the best approach to securing high-profile interviews

Pitch unique news and feature stories for a weekly program, focusing on politics, economics, lifestyle, and culture

Select video, sound bites, and graphic elements that align with the show’s editorial vision

Write compelling and concise scripts for television

Conduct and concisely convey in-depth research on a wide range of topics

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

3 years of prior television (or similar) experience

Strong writing skills and excellent editorial judgment

Experience interacting with high-profile talent and guests

Build and establish relationships with guests and high profile newsmakers and the ability to maintain those relationships when bookings need to be canceled or rescheduled

Ability to work independently and multitask in a high-pressure environment

Understanding that the news never stops, and some work may be required outside regular hours

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $61,000.00-70,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $50,800.00-58,300.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also 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.

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