Unscripted Television Development Jobs in Pennsylvania

Position Overview

We are seeking a Story Producer with a strong background in the film, documentary, or unscripted television industry. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the editorial arc of projects—from story development and scripting to post-production narrative refinement.

The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with exceptional writing skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to transform raw interviews and footage into emotionally resonant, structured content.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with directors, producers, and editors to craft compelling story arcs for short-form and long-form content
• Write outlines, scripts, VO, and interview questions based on creative briefs and client messaging
• Review interviews, B-roll, and field footage to identify themes, emotional beats, and narrative threads
• Pre-screen and interview on-camera talent
• Shape rough cuts by selecting soundbites and structuring scenes
• Provide clear creative feedback during the post-production process to maintain story clarity and pacing
• Conduct background research to support story development and ensure factual accuracy
• Track story continuity across multiple episodes, versions, or formats
• Participate in pitch meetings and content brainstorms to help shape future projects
• Work on a variety of genres, including branded content, doc-style pieces, and unscripted formats

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Story Producer, Segment Producer, or Writer in the film, TV, or digital media industry
• Strong understanding of documentary-style storytelling, non-linear narrative, and editorial pacing
• Experience shaping stories from raw interview footage and unscripted material
• Excellent writing and script-editing skills
• Ability to collaborate with editors in post and communicate story changes effectively
• Strong editorial judgment and sensitivity to tone, audience, and subject matter
• Proficiency with production scripts, story outlines, and post workflows
• Familiarity with Avid Media Composer or similar editing platforms is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven creative environment

Disclaimer

Americas Staffing Partner Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.”