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Hourly Television Programming Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming ... Salary The estimated base hourly range for this role is between $27.55/hour and $36.73/hour. The ...

Salary - $18.00 to $20.00 hourly Qualifications * Experience with Grass Valley Ignite, ROSS ... staff, engineering, and newsroom leadership * Experience in television, film, or post-production ...

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming ... Salary The estimated base hourly range for this role is between $27.55/hour and $36.73/hour. The ...

Master Control Operator

Chicopee, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. Hourly wage range is $18-$20. NOTE: This ...

We are looking for a senior TV UI engineer to innovate and build the next generation of Game Player ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

Partner closely with cloud gaming engineering and streaming technology teams to optimize latency ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

Partner closely with cloud gaming engineering and streaming technology teams to optimize latency ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

TV UI Engineer 5 - Games Player Experiences

OR · On-site +1

$388K - $558K/yr

We are looking for a senior TV UI engineer to innovate and build the next generation of Game Player ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

We are looking for a senior TV UI engineer to innovate and build the next generation of Game Player ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

OR · On-site

$310K - $545K/yr

Partner closely with cloud gaming engineering and streaming technology teams to optimize latency ... Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation ...

WTEN-TV, the local ABC affiliate in Albany, New York is hiring a full-time Technical Media Operator ... Hourly Range: $17.00 - $18.00 We offer a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits ...

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How much do hourly television programming jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly television programming in the United States is $23.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Television Programming vs Hourly Television Production?

AspectHourly Television ProgrammingHourly Television Production
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in communications, media, or related fieldsRequires similar credentials, often with additional technical or production-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, involving scheduling, content planning, and coordinationStudio or on-location, involving filming, editing, and technical tasks
Employer & Industry UsageBroadcasters, networks, streaming servicesProduction companies, studios, freelance production roles
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for scheduling and content planning rolesCompared for hands-on technical and filming roles

Hourly Television Programming focuses on scheduling and content planning within broadcasters, while Hourly Television Production involves the technical creation and filming of content. Both roles require media-related credentials but differ in work environment and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Television Programming job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,938 per year, or $23.5 per hour.
Part-Time Editor

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

WCVB-TV/Chronicle is seeking an experienced part-time Editor to support the development and launch of a new afternoon version of its long-running news magazine program. This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television.

This is a technical post-production role. The successful candidate will work closely with a producer who will provide detailed edit notes, structure, and editorial direction for each project. The editor's primary responsibility will be executing those edits with precision, efficiency, and strong technical craftsmanship.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Adobe Premiere, and demonstrate exceptional technical editing skills. Responsibilities include polishing and enhancing older video for current broadcast standards through color correction, audio cleanup, formatting, and overall post-production finishing. Candidates should be comfortable working with a wide range of archival footage and varying source quality levels while maintaining organized workflows and meeting production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit and repurpose digitized archival Chronicle content for television rebroadcast 
  • Execute detailed producer edit notes, including music replacement, segment assembly, and refinement 
  • Perform technical enhancement of archival footage 
  • Use a third-party AI audio platform to replace copyrighted music with library tracks 
  • Ensure all edited material meets broadcast technical standards and specifications 
  • Maintain organized project files and post-production workflows 
  • Troubleshoot technical issues with archival source material 
  • Prepare and deliver finished segments according to deadlines 

Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Adobe Premiere 
  • Strong technical editing and finishing skills 
  • Ability to execute detailed edit instructions accurately and efficiently 
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills 

Preferred Experience

  • Experience working for a broadcast television station 
  • Experience editing long-form television, news, documentary, or magazine-style programming 
  • Familiarity with archival workflows and legacy broadcast formats 
  • Familiarity with Chronicle a plus  

Value 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 communications, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Salary

The estimated base hourly range for this role is between $27.55/hour and $36.73/hour.  The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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.