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James Joseph (J.J.) Smith

Hoboken ,NJ

Summary

Dynamic media professional with an interest and passion in political news and communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Booker

Fox News Channel
07.2024 - Current

- Book and sustain connections with top lawmakers and newsmakers on the national Fox News primetime show ‘The Ingraham Angle.’

- Obtain exclusive national interviews with prominent figures.

- Coordinate pre-interviews ahead of guest appearances.

- Identify potential guests and story ideas for show broadcasts.

- Manage logistics for on-air guest appearances.

- Prepare guests for appearances and updated show team on unfolding news.

- Travel for show projects and special events such as the Democratic National Convention 2024 and President Trump’s Presidential Campaign Rallies.

Booking Producer

Fox Business Network
07.2023 - 07.2024

- Arranged interviews with top political figures and market experts for the Fox Business Network morning show, 'Mornings with Maria.'

- Produced guest interviews, show panel chats and our show’s hourly news headlines when necessary.

- Curated a diverse group of guests to appear with Maria Bartiromo on the show.

- Managed logistics of satellite and transmission for live guest interviews.

Booker/Researcher

Fox Business Network
08.2022 - 07.2023

- Coordinated interviews with high-profile politicians and market experts for the Fox Business Network morning show, “Mornings with Maria”.

- Managed ongoing relationships with guests.

- Generated compelling story ideas and guest suggestions for targeted audience.

- Produced guest interviews.

Production Assistant

Fox Business Network
02.2022 - 08.2022

- Served as Production Assistant for 'Mornings with Maria' on Fox Business Network.

- Propose captivating and original story ideas during show discussions.

- Edited video and audio assets within tight deadlines.

- Produced guest segments and coordinated with studio and field crews.

- Created Man on the Street packages for 'Ask Maria: Street Edition' segments.

- Kept detailed records of guests and subject matter in the show's log.

Education

Bachelors - Business Management

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
05.2019

Skills

    - Identifying story and guest ideas to fit target audience

    - Maintaining guest relationships and building guest rolodex

    - Work efficiently under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations

    - Editing and cutting sound bites and graphics

Timeline

Booker

Fox News Channel
07.2024 - Current

Booking Producer

Fox Business Network
07.2023 - 07.2024

Booker/Researcher

Fox Business Network
08.2022 - 07.2023

Production Assistant

Fox Business Network
02.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelors - Business Management

Merrimack College
James Joseph (J.J.) Smith