Visual Executive, Entertainment (12 Month FTC) at Hearst Television

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Image Researching, Asset Management Systems, Content Deadlines, Image Sourcing, Archive Maintenance, Content Licensing, Video Uploading, Editorial Communication, Picture Desk Leadership, Newsletter Research, Independent Work, Attention To Detail, Workload Management, Copyright Law Knowledge, Organizational Skills

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

We are the UK’s leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Country Living. At Hearst UK, we don’t just create content — we shape culture. Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and continually evolve to meet the moment — all while celebrating the legacy that’s brought us here. We believe in each other’s potential and push boundaries together to make a meaningful impact, both in the media landscape and in people’s lives. We’re proud of our heritage — but even more excited about making history. Hearst UK operate a hybrid working model of four days per week in the office and one day working from home. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James’s, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions. The Role… As the Visuals Executive, Entertainment (12 Month FTC), you will report to and work closely with the Photo Director ensuring the most engaging and illustrative images are used across various platforms on Inside Soap, Best Magazine and Digital Spy, as well as special projects. the Visuals Executive plays a key role in ensuring the soaps content is delivered on time each week. Main Duties… * Take ownership of all things soaps-related across our brands, including researching and uploading the weekly soaps images to Inside Soap, Digital Spy and Best Magazine within their asset management systems to meet content deadlines. * Liaise with soap and TV reps to source high quality images that align with each brand’s identity. * Maintaining the Inside Soap archive to a high standard. * Source engaging, illustrative content for best magazine, Inside Soap magazine, Digital and the Ents. Portfolio’s special projects keeping in mind each brand’s unique style, tone and housekeeping. * Licensing, sourcing, making basic edits and uploading videos to Digital Spy’s video content publishing platform. * Maintain consistent communication with the Production and Editorial teams to support the smooth progression of layouts and content across the Entertainment Portfolio. * Working the weekly press nights on a rotational basis. * On occasion, lead the picture desk in the absence of senior picture team members and on press nights. * Assist with weekly newsletter picture research. What We Are Looking For… * A self-starter who’s able to work independently at pace, as well as collaboratively with minimal supervision. * Knowledge of UK/Australian based soaps or a keen interest to learn them. * Understanding of UK copyright law and how that relates to imagery and video across varying platforms. * Excellent attention to detail. * Provide bold, exciting and refreshing ideas for special projects within the Entertainment Portfolio. * Flexibility and highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding workload. Benefits… (Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life. * Hearst Exclusives - Only for You! * Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink. * Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank! Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best * Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support. * Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme. * Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it. * Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them. * Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups. Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget * Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting. * Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs. * Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.

Responsibilities

The Visuals Executive will be responsible for ensuring engaging and illustrative images are used across platforms for Inside Soap, Best Magazine, and Digital Spy, playing a key role in delivering weekly soap content on time. Main duties include researching, uploading, and licensing visual assets while liaising with representatives and maintaining content archives.