Associate Director, Editorial Booker, Axios Live

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. Experience leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency across research, booking, and production workflows. Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tight deadlines concurrently. Familiarity with Axios’ Smart Brevity writing style. Background in media, Capitol Hill, or political campaigns is a plus.

Book senior leaders (CEOs, politicians, world leaders) for Axios Live programming. 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. Develop and assist with the creation of event language, marketing materials, scripts, and onstage cues. Provide newsroom support during live events.