Job Description

Hearst Television is seeking an entry-level Archives Content Producer to help grow awareness and engagement with Hearst’s digitized news archive across stations. This role blends archive collection-building and licensing support with digital publishing and audience growth. You will collaborate with the National Desk, Strategy Desk, affiliates, and other teams to identify compelling archival moments and package them for all platforms. This is a temporary part-time position. The role is based in Pittsburgh, PA, with in-office presence required. You will report to the Archival Content Manager.

Responsibilities

• Publish and optimize archival content across platforms, including station websites/apps, social platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook), and streaming/OTT where applicable, with a focus on growing the archive’s audience
• Support licensing workflows by helping identify, prepare, package, and deliver archival assets for internal and external requests
• Identify, prioritize, and package archival material with timely relevance (anniversaries, trending moments, seasonal programming)
• Create and edit archival stories across formats (short social clips, longer video packages, articles), including basic video editing and multi-platform formatting
• Write, edit, and proofread AP-style headlines, captions, and short-form copy tailored to each platform
• Build and organize archival collections to support editorial initiatives and licensing needs
• As needed, support broader Hearst Television priorities by assisting cross-team publishing and content initiatives beyond the archives
Maintain accuracy, attribution, and ethical journalistic standards

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates welcome; strong interest in archives, journalism, and digital publishing
• Excellent writing, copy-editing, and proofreading skills; AP style proficiency preferred
• Basic video editing skills
• Experience with or exposure to Media Asset Management systems (MAMs) preferred
• Strong news judgment and a nose for what will resonate with audiences
• Highly organized with strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple teams
• Ability to work independently and deliver polished work within limited weekly hours
Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

at Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area

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