News Producer/Booker
TMZ
Playa Vista, CAThis was removed by the employer on 4/28/2015 6:54:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
TMZ Live - Booker
LOCATION Playa Vista
POSITION TYPE Full-Time
BUSINESS Production
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY OF POSITION
TMZ is looking for an experienced News Producer/Booker for our TMZ Live television show. The ideal Booker will be a hands-on, self-starter with news, sports, and/or talk show experience who can effectively manage/balance multiple daily deadlines in a busy, newsroom environment. Responsibilities include developing and pitching stories on a daily basis, booking celebrity/sports/general guests, and handling pre - post production for an entertainment news program. This position reports to the Supervising Producer, and is based in Los Angeles, CA.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Book guests, research, pitch, and develop daily ''out of the box'' show concepts and stories
• Daily collaboration with Producers, the editorial team, designers, editors, and other team members to develop creative news stories
• Research and book celebrities and general guests for daily show segments
• Contribute and assist other team members with the preparation of detailed scripts/notes for on-air talent
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• 3+ years of news producing or booking experience required
• Must have strong phone and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with celebrities and their representatives (publicists, agents, etc.)
• Solid knowledge of pop culture, social media, and current entertainment industry trends
• Existing industry relationships is essential to success in this position
• Sports knowledge is a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills required (Word, Excel)
• Final Cut Pro7, Premiere, Photoshop skills are a plus
EOE