Associate Producer and Booker, Sunday Night in America

This is a Full Time Job

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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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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