Associate Booking Producer MS NOW The Weekend

MS NOW is looking for an Associate Booking Producer for The Weekend. Position represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Responsibilities Book a 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. Assist in coordinating guest arrivals and communicate with control room and studio. Arrange phone interviews for broadcasts during live, breaking news coverage. Enterprise, conceptualize and pitch story ideas. Qualifications Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Must have at least 3 years of experience in live television, preferably cable news, including researching information and tracking down guests. Desired Qualifications Sound journalistic judgment and strong writing skills. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required. Strong knowledge of social media. Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines. Knowledge of Avid/Media Central and iNews preferred. Additional Job Requirements Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C. 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. This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $75,000-$80,000 Equal Employment Opportunity VERSANT Media is committed to equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Compensation $75,000-$80,000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr Versant Media