Jama Podell-Vitale
Summit,USA
Summary
Accomplished Booking Producer with a focus on managing guest bookings for live television programs. Demonstrated ability to stay informed on current events and pop culture, effectively identifying appealing guests. Proven track record of delivering compelling content under pressure, significantly boosting show ratings. Proficient in communication, negotiation, and time management, ensuring smooth guest coordination and scheduling.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Booking Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
New York, NY
09.2000 - Current
- Successfully develop and book highly rated segments ranging from breaking news, politics, legal/criminal investigations, entertainment, and exclusive interviews.
- Responsible for pre-interviewing all guests; extensive story research and development; background investigations; and writing.
- Maintain and develop successful relationships with show contributors, public relations, media representatives, political figures, and high-profile guests and talent.
Freelance Senior Booking Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
New York, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated guest bookings and schedules for live segments.
- Researched topics and prepared briefing materials for producers.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless show execution.
- Supported the logistics of remote broadcasts and special events coordination.
- Monitored current events to suggest timely booking opportunities.
Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
New York, NY
02.2016 - 04.2016
- Booked and produced a panel of four guests with varying opinions for a half-hour panel to discuss the 'topics of the day'.
- Researched and briefed guests as well as the host to make sure discussions were lively.
Coordinating Producer
KING WORLD PRODUCTIONS INC.
New York, NY
- Delivered one show weekly by managing four production teams efficiently.
- Authored scripts and chyrons while overseeing tape package editing.
- Managed show budget to ensure financial accountability and resource allocation.
Field Producer/Story Coordinator
TELEPICTURES DOMESTIC TELEVISION
New York, NY
- Monitored all wire and national news sources.
- Responsible for day of air news bookings, local and national field shoots and long term projects.
- Interviewed celebrity and non-celebrity guests for video packages.
Producer
PARAMOUNT DOMESTIC TELEVISION
New York, NY
- Produced the entire production from beginning to post production; actively sought out and booked potential guests, conceived show ideas, wrote script, briefed host, and oversaw field shoots.
Co-Creator/Producer
USA NETWORK
New York, NY
- Researched, developed and introduced new national and international talent for half-hour Gossip Show.
- Covered live events, celebrity parties, and award shows with camera crew and cut tape packages.
Associate Producer
TRIBUNE ENTERTAINMENT
New York, NY
- Developed show themes and secured celebrity and non-celebrity guest bookings.
- Wrote copy for promotional materials and segments.
- Produced 'Gossip' segments, enhancing audience engagement for each show.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
Brookville, NYSkills
- INEWS and Notion
- Quip and Slack
- CDB InfoTech and Accurint
- Social media platforms
- Fundraising strategies
Affiliations
Vice President, CSA New Providence, NJ
Timeline
Freelance Senior Booking Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
01.2020 - 01.2021
Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
02.2016 - 04.2016
Senior Booking Producer
FOX NEWS CHANNEL
09.2000 - Current
Coordinating Producer
KING WORLD PRODUCTIONS INC.
Field Producer/Story Coordinator
TELEPICTURES DOMESTIC TELEVISION
Producer
PARAMOUNT DOMESTIC TELEVISION
Co-Creator/Producer
USA NETWORK
Associate Producer
TRIBUNE ENTERTAINMENT
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus