Fox Business Network · 11 hours ago
Booker, Varney & Co.
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expFox Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. They are seeking a dynamic and hardworking Booker for Varney & Co., responsible for booking guests, making pitches, and handling newsmaker requests while managing daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
Book top-tier guests for the show on a daily basis
Conduct pre-interviews and research packets for various guests and segments
Strategize and collaborate with colleagues about the best guests to book for the show and on best booking approaches
Pitch different guests and topics that would be a good fit for the show
Pitch unique and interesting stories
Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live show
Work in a fast-paced environment where changes happen minute to minute, hour by hour
Qualification
Required
3+ years of newsroom experience in television, including booking and producing experience
An extensive rolodex and the know-how to book everyone from high-profile guests, celebrities, and people at the center of major news stories
Knowledge of and passion for current events, politics, and issues in global affairs
Strong editorial judgment and newsgathering skills
Strong organizational skills and writing skills
Exceptional editorial skills; the ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television
Ability to be forward thinking and know which guests to book for future big news days
Ability to properly vet guests to determine energy level and knowledge of the subject matter
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where changes happen minute to minute, hour by hour
Willingness and ability to work under tight deadline pressures while juggling long-term bookings
Ability to keep show team up to speed with current/breaking news during after-hours
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility to work overnight and on weekends when breaking news merits
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
Insurance
A 401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Company
Fox Business Network
Fox Business Network is cable and satellite business news television channel. It is a sub-organization of 21st Century Fox.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-16
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