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Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

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 ...

Wisconsin

Midwest Review Intern

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$12/hr

... literary magazine housed at UWSP and published by Professors Snowbarger, Stukenberg, and Tangedal ... Experience reading, editing or proofreading * Experience with Adobe InDesign Supplement Application ...

The Guardian

Essays Editor

New York, NY

$62K - $65K/yr

Hybrid Terms and conditions: Part-time (three days a week), permanent. News Media Guild position ... magazines or digital publications * Knowledge of and contacts among top writers, thinkers and ...

The Guardian

Essays Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Hybrid Terms and conditions: Part-time (three days a week), permanent. News Media Guild position ... magazines or digital publications * Knowledge of and contacts among top writers, thinkers and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Technical Editor

Beavercreek, OH · On-site +1

$55K - $126K/yr

Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Communications, Engineering, or a Science field ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Technical Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$62K - $141K/yr

Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Area Studies, or Communications Nice If You Have ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

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How much do part time literary magazine editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time literary magazine editor in the United States is $33.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Literary Magazine Editor vs Part Time Book Reviewer?

AspectPart Time Literary Magazine EditorPart Time Book Reviewer
Required CredentialsLiterary knowledge, editing skills, possibly a degree in literature or related fieldStrong reading comprehension, literary analysis skills, often self-taught or based on experience
Work EnvironmentEditorial offices, freelance settings, online platformsIndependent reading, online or print publications, freelance work
Employer & Industry UsageLiterary magazines, publishing houses, literary websitesBook blogs, magazines, online review platforms

While both roles involve a passion for literature, a Part Time Literary Magazine Editor focuses on selecting, editing, and curating content for publication, requiring editorial skills and industry knowledge. A Part Time Book Reviewer primarily provides critical assessments of books, often independently or for publications, emphasizing literary analysis and personal insight.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Literary Magazine Editor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $69,294 per year, or $33.3 per hour.
Part-Time Editor

Part-Time Editor

Hearst

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Hearst rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 68 rated media

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.

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