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Democracy Now!

Archive Intern

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$21/hr

The Democracy Now!'s Archive internship program is an exciting opportunity to learn about the field ... Catalog incoming video created by Democracy Now! producers and other independent media and news ...

Democracy Now!

Archive Intern

Manhattan, NY

$21/hr

The Democracy Now!'s Archive internship program is an exciting opportunity to learn about the field ... Catalog incoming video created by Democracy Now! producers and other independent media and news ...

Truth For Life

Video Producer

Chagrin Falls, OH

Remastered archival content is on pace with audio broadcast creation. Competencies * Passion ... Committed to high quality, high producing, lean operation * Judgment/Decision Making : Equally ...

Truth For Life

Video Producer

Chagrin Falls, OH · On-site

Remastered archival content is on pace with audio broadcast creation. Competencies * Passion ... Committed to high quality, high producing, lean operation * Judgment/Decision Making : Equally ...

Truth For Life

Video Producer

Chagrin Falls, OH

Remastered archival content is on pace with audio broadcast creation. Competencies * Passion ... Committed to high quality, high producing, lean operation * Judgment/Decision Making : Equally ...

J Holdings

Content Producer

Houston, TX

$108K/yr

CONTENT PRODUCER Are you passionate about storytelling, video production, and creating engaging ... content archives • Collaborate with hosts, guests, and marketing team • Create short-form ...

Hubbard Broadcasting

Newscast Producer

Rochester, MN · On-site

Complete post-newscast administrative tasks, including technical reports and archiving ... Prior experience producing a local television newscast preferred * Excellent writing, grammar, and ...

Austin PBS New Ventures, Inc.

Producer

Austin, TX · On-site

$75K/yr

The Producer will contribute to all phases of content development, production, post-production, and ... Repurpose and publish archival content for digital platforms. * Support additional Austin PBS ...

Avoca AI

Creative Producer

New York, NY · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

You will architect Avoca's brand archive, the films, photography, animations, and audio that ... Produce Avoca's flagship customer story films across our most strategic accounts, delivering 90 ...

WOWK-TV

Digital Producer

Bismarck, ND · On-site

Understand different ways to tell a story, particularly producing short videos and choosing great photos from station archives and stock photography options. * Evaluate website traffic trends to make ...

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How much do archive producer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for archive producer in the United States is $123,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,000.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Archive Producer do?

An Archive Producer is responsible for sourcing, licensing, and managing archival footage, images, and other historical materials for film, television, and media projects. They research and negotiate rights with libraries, museums, and private collections to ensure legal use of the content. Their role requires strong research skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of copyright laws. Archive Producers collaborate closely with directors, editors, and production teams to find materials that enhance storytelling while staying within budget and legal constraints.

What are some common challenges faced by Archive Producers in the media industry?

One of the main challenges Archive Producers encounter is navigating complex copyright and licensing issues to ensure all materials are legally cleared for use. The role often involves tight deadlines, requiring quick problem-solving and the ability to locate rare or obscure footage or images under time pressure. Additionally, Archive Producers must balance creative requests from directors and producers with budgetary and legal constraints. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are key to successfully overcoming these hurdles and keeping production on schedule.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Archive Producer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Archive Producer, you need strong research skills, deep knowledge of archival sources, and experience in rights clearances, often supported by a background in media, journalism, or library sciences. Familiarity with digital asset management systems, media databases, copyright law, and tools like Adobe Premiere are commonly required. Excellent organization, attention to detail, and strong negotiation and interpersonal skills help you manage assets and collaborate across teams. These competencies ensure the efficient sourcing, licensing, and integration of archival materials in fast-paced production environments.

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Infographic showing various Archive Producer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,552 per year, or $59.4 per hour.
Archive Intern

Archive Intern

Democracy Now! Productions

Manhattan, NY

$21/hr

Part-time, Internship

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Democracy Now! Internships are paid, 20-hour per week, temporary work placements to help students, people early in their careers and career changers gain entry-level skills and experience in the fields of archiving and fundraising and translation in a non-profit setting. Find out more about the Internship Program. The Democracy Now!’s Archive internship program is an exciting opportunity to learn about the field of audio-visual archiving and preservation in a dynamic, fast-paced, and supportive environment. Composed of over 70,000 media items, the archive contains books, photographs, artifacts and audio-visual materials such as field recordings, oral histories, interviews, and news footage from the 1980s to today. An integral part of daily operations and production of Democracy Now!, the archive is also used as a resource by researchers, filmmakers, artists and educators. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in media archives in a busy newsroom environment. The Intern works closely with the Democracy Now! Production team and Archivist. Session Dates September 2026 – June 2027 Activities Catalog incoming video created by Democracy Now! producers and other independent media and news organizations Process paper, book collections and magnetic tape Digitize analog media Create tags and descriptive metadata for media asset management system Other duties as needed Qualifications Knowledge of Democracy Now! and commitment to its mission Experience with basics of video and audio editing Proficiency with Mac OS X, Linux and Office suite or equivalent Knowledge of relational database platforms Familiarity with video codecs and open source audio-visual tools preferred Knowledge of current events is helpful Authorization to work in the US Compensation $21 per hour To Apply Applications must be received no later than July 27, 2026. To apply, please complete the form below and upload the following: A complete chronological resume A cover letter that explains what you hope to gain from the internship We encourage applicants to showcase their original thinking and writing in the cover letter.   Other Information This is a temporary, part-time, in-person position based in New York City. Democracy Now! is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, people with disabilities, women and LGBTQ-identified people are encouraged to apply. No phone calls, please.

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