Media Booker (contract)

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3+ years broadcast booking experience
Existing media producer relationships
Pitching on-air interview opportunities
** The Washington Post is seeking a Media Booker (contract) to enhance their Communications Team by securing on-air opportunities for journalists across various platforms. The ideal candidate should have over three years of broadcast booking experience and a strong network in media relations. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves identifying, pitching, and securing on-air interview opportunities for journalists across cable news, streaming, podcasts, and social video.
  • Candidates must coordinate all technical and travel logistics including studio bookings, remote link-ups, and scheduling while maintaining a deep media rolodex.
  • This is a high-energy contract position requiring the ability to react instantly to breaking news cycles and pitch expert perspectives.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Washington Post is seeking a Media Booker (contract) to enhance their Communications Team by securing on-air opportunities for journalists across various platforms. The ideal candidate should have over three years of broadcast booking experience and a strong network in media relations. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years broadcast booking experience
  • Existing media producer relationships
  • Pitching on-air interview opportunities
  • Coordinating technical travel logistics
  • Breaking news cycle response capability

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to find unfindable contact info
  • Calm under pressure with cancellations
  • Strong editorial instincts for current events
  • Discretion handling sensitive information

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years in broadcast booking
  • Flexible availability including evenings and weekends

Work Rights

Not specified

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