Axios · 2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Editorial Booker, Axios Live
Washington DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
2+ years expAxios is a media company that focuses on delivering news in a concise manner. The Associate Director will support editorial booking and production of newsmaking events, ensuring high-level newsmakers are included in programming while maintaining editorial integrity.
AnalyticsMedia and EntertainmentNewsPolitics
Responsibilities
Book senior leaders (CEOs, politicians, world leaders) across Axios Live programming ranging from Axios Local events, to national summits, virtual events, and more
Liaise with the Axios newsroom and leadership, securing interviews, managing logistics and coordinating interview preparation
Help ensure Axios Live events meet Axios’ editorial standards and reflect diverse, compelling perspectives
Exercise strong editorial judgment in fast-moving news environments, including the ability to pivot bookings and programming in response to breaking developments
Develop and assist with the creation of event language, marketing materials, scripts, and onstage cues
Provide newsroom support during live events, ensuring event materials are organized and accessible for breaking news needs
Qualification
Required
2 to 4 years of booking/media experience, ideally in a newsroom environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive pitches
Deep interest and knowledge in news trends, emerging topics, and the daily news cycle
Ability to brainstorm, pitch, and build out a full show program
Experience booking and working with high-profile influencers, politicians, and newsmakers
Build and maintain long-term relationships with key influencers, principals, chiefs of staff, and communications teams to ensure repeat and trusted participation in Axios Live programming
Experience leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency across research, booking, and production workflows, with an interest in how emerging technologies can enhance newsroom operations
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tight deadlines concurrently
Familiarity with Axios' Smart Brevity writing style
Preferred
Background in media, Capitol Hill, or political campaigns is a plus
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
Dental and vision coverage
Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
One mental health day per quarter
Annual learning and development stipend
$100 monthly work-from-home stipend
Tele-mental health services through Headspace
OneMedical membership, including telehealth services
Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
Inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
Virtual company-sponsored social events
A strong and positive work environment
A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
Company
Axios
We are a new media company delivering vital, trustworthy news and analysis in the most efficient, illuminating and shareable ways possible.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102MKey Investors
Cox EnterprisesGlade Brook Capital PartnersLerer Hippeau
2024-12-11Grant· $45M
2022-08-08Acquired
2021-11-02Series D
Leadership Team
Jim VandeHei
Founder and CEO
Mike Allen
Co-Founder and Executive Editor
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