Job Number:
HC-05360
Date Posted:
April 21, 2026
Position Title:
Media Booker (Contract)
Party:
N/A
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Office/Company:
The Washington Post (TWP)
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Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Primary Role
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Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Join the future of newsPitching, Logistics Management, Relationship Building, Briefing, Breaking News Response3+ years in broadcast booking, exceptional interpersonal skills, sharp editorial instincts
Responsibilities:
• Identify, pitch, and secure interview on-air opportunities for Post journalists
• Coordinate all technical and travel logistics
• Maintain and expand a deep “rolodex” of media bookers and producers
• Prepare journalists with topics, tough questions, and close the loop by providing links to the resulting interviews
• React instantly to breaking news cycles to offer expert interviews and perspectives
Qualifications:
• Experience: 3+ years in broadcast booking
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including pitching
• Sharp editorial instincts and a deep understanding of current events, politics and pop culture
Instructions:
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