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Media Source Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Recruiting Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

$47K - $57K/yr

Publish job ads on career pages, job boards and social media * Source and contact passive Accounting & Finance Candidates online * Network with Accounting & Finance Candidates offline during job ...

Locate and evaluate public-domain or licensed media and maintain copyright permissions and source records * Perform quality checks to ensure products are accurate, error-free, properly formatted, and ...

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LOCAL SALES ASSISTANT - WTVA

Saltillo, MS · On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

Come be a part of North Mississippi's most-viewed media source and #1 television station in the market! WTVA consistently delivers award-winning local news and weather coverage, keeping our viewers ...

LOCAL SALES ASSISTANT - WTVA

Saltillo, MS · On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

Come be a part of North Mississippi's most-viewed media source and #1 television station in the market! WTVA consistently delivers award-winning local news and weather coverage, keeping our viewers ...

Alaska's News Source has built a reputation of excellence as Alaska's most-watched news source via ... Gray Media Anchorage invests heavily in innovation and training, on and off the screen, and ...

Alaska's News Source has built a reputation of excellence as Alaska's most-watched news source via ... Gray Media Anchorage invests heavily in innovation and training, on and off the screen, and ...

Locate and evaluate public-domain or licensed media and maintain copyright permissions and source records * Perform quality checks to ensure products are accurate, error-free, properly formatted, and ...

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$1.5K - $2.0K/mo

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst Employment Type: Part-time About Us: Space Crew ... Conduct advanced OSINT investigations using a range of digital sources including social media, news ...

Social Media Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Position Summary Sightline Media Group (a leading publisher in defense, government, and technology ... Content Production & Distribution • Source, produce, edit, and distribute compelling, platform ...

$1.5K - $2.0K/yr

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst Employment Type: Part-time About Us: Space Crew ... Conduct advanced OSINT investigations using a range of digital sources including social media, news ...

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How much do media source jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for media source in the United States is $66,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Media Source vs Media Planner?

AspectMedia SourceMedia Planner
Primary RoleProvides media content, such as articles, videos, or social media posts, to target audiences.Develops media strategies and plans to reach target audiences effectively.
Required SkillsContent creation, media platforms knowledge, communication skills.Market research, strategic planning, media buying.
Work EnvironmentMedia companies, digital platforms, advertising agencies.Advertising agencies, marketing departments, media agencies.

Media Source focuses on creating and delivering media content, while Media Planner develops strategies to optimize media placement and reach. Both roles are essential in the media and advertising industry but serve different functions in the content delivery and planning process.

How does a media source professional typically collaborate with journalists and content creators?

Media Source professionals play a crucial role in providing accurate information and resources to journalists and content creators. They often work closely with editorial teams to ensure that facts are properly verified and that the information aligns with the outlet’s standards. Effective communication and responsiveness are essential, as tight deadlines and evolving stories require quick and reliable input. Building strong relationships with journalists fosters mutual trust and helps ensure that stories are reported accurately and ethically.

What is a media source?

Media sources are organizations, platforms, or individuals responsible for gathering, producing, and distributing news, information, or entertainment through various channels such as television, radio, newspapers, magazines, and digital media. They play a vital role in shaping public opinion, informing the public, and providing diverse perspectives on current events. Media sources can include traditional outlets like major newspapers and broadcasters, as well as online news websites, blogs, and social media influencers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a media source, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Media Source, you generally need expertise in communications, media relations, and subject-matter knowledge relevant to the topics you cover. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, content management systems, and media monitoring tools is often required. Strong interpersonal, storytelling, and credibility-building skills help you stand out by fostering trust with journalists and audiences. These abilities ensure accurate, timely, and influential dissemination of information, enhancing the source's reputation and media impact.
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Infographic showing various Media Source job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,188 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

WTTW Minow Fellowship in Journalism Excellence (paid)

WTTW/Chicago PBS and WFMT/Chicago Classical

Chicago, IL

$20/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

The WTTW Minow Fellowship in Journalism Excellence offers a recent graduate the opportunity for hands-on work in research, writing, reporting and producing for WTTW News, wttw.com/news and the Chicago Tonight television program.

WTTW News is a premier public media source for Chicago news focusing specifically on politics, public safety, education, business, culture, science/technology and health coverage among other areas. WTTW News includes television (Chicago Tonight, Chicago Week in Review), digital (wttw.com/news), and social platforms, and newsletters. Chicago Tonight is a nightly public affairs program that airs on WTTW, Chicago's PBS station.

DESCRIPTION:

The WTTW Minow Fellowship in Journalism Excellence is a full-time, competitive, year-long fellowship that runs from September 2026 - August 2027. The fellow will be paid $20 an hour and work a 40-hour workweek.

The fellow will be exposed to a full range of editorial duties at WTTW News. Opportunities could include: [REARRANGED THE ORDER OF THIS SENTENCE] producing segments (identifying guests, conducting pre-interviews, cutting video dropins); research; and working with correspondents, hosts, and other producers; field producing (setting up and shooting interviews and broll); original reporting for the website; the creation of interactive features using traditional and new media storytelling elements; other duties as assigned.  

APPLICATIONS:

Include a cover letter on why you want to be a Minow Fellow and how you think you could contribute to WTTW News. Please include specifics about the kind of work you want to pursue and how it would fit in with the work we are doing.

Applicants must also submit a resume.

Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Employment Type: Intern