NetworkBooker - The National News Desk
The position requires strong skills in journalism, a go-getting attitude, and creativity. A self-starter is ideal. The candidate will also have the opportunity to produce segments they book. This position will also work closely with the Director of Content and Executive Producers across linear & digital team, reporters, and anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position, you will contribute content to newscasts, social media, and digital platforms.
We are looking for a confident, highly motivated, proactive Network Booker to join our team. As a Booker for The National News Desk, you will be responsible for booking, researching, writing, and producing segments for a fast-paced daily show. You thrive in a collaborative team environment and want to contribute to something great every single day.
**You must be flexible to work hours when needed.**
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Book dynamic and high-profile guests for a top-rated national news network that operates across multiple platforms from linear to digital to social media
- Generate guest ideas
- Cultivate relationships with government officials & their staff
- Identify and pitch stories and guests appropriate for the show, and each individual hour
- Help to create a guest database
- Prepare appropriate research for pitch meetings with producers and anchor
- Conduct pre-interviews with guests
- Write intros, banners, and handle guest segments, including research packets on a wide range of topics and their effect on the economy
- Respond quickly to breaking news during and after regular business hours
- Plan for anticipated future news events
- Suggest segments for social media
- Create production elements for scripts, including video and graphics
- Pitch story ideas for both day of and future story ideas
- Remain tuned in to the day's lead news stories
- A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
- 2-3 years of booking experience, preferably at the national network level
- Team-player attitude paired with the ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
- Passionate and well-read in current events especially business and politics
- Possess a keen eye for interesting stories and trending news
- Ability to work overnight hours
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
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