Job Description

About the Role

The Talent Scout / Host identifies, secures, and hosts top-tier talent for The Trust at The Wall Street Journal—bringing WSJ-level credibility, warmth, and authority to live and filmed experiences. This role requires 12+ years of experience across talent booking, interviewing, hosting, or programming within media, events, or branded content environments.

You Will

Source and cultivate relationships with creators, executives, cultural leaders, and category experts, with a focus on C-suite and high-profile talent.
Lead outreach, pitching, negotiation, and deal-making in partnership with internal stakeholders.
Host and moderate onstage and on-camera conversations, delivering thoughtful, well-paced discussions aligned with audience and brand objectives.
Prepare detailed briefs, interview questions, and run-of-show materials to ensure seamless execution.
Manage logistics including scheduling, talent prep, approvals, and coordination across teams.
Uphold the premium editorial standards, authority, and professionalism associated with WSJ.

You Have

10+ years of experience in talent booking, hosting, interviewing, or programming across media, live events, or branded content.
Proven network with access to senior executives, cultural leaders, and industry influencers.
Exceptional live interviewing and moderation skills, with strong editorial judgment.
Comfort engaging high-profile and C-suite talent in both live and filmed settings.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and timelines.
Polished, credible on-camera and onstage presence aligned with a premium media brand.

Our Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans
Comprehensive Insurance Plans
Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
Education Benefits
Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
Commuter Transit Program
Subscription Discounts
Employee Referral Program
Financial Health Programs
Cybersecurity Protection

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

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Business Area

Dow Jones - Media Sales

Job Category

Marketing & Product Management

Union Status

Non-Union roleBase Pay Range: $165,000 - $190,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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