Editor Jobs in Texas

Editor jobs in Texas are concentrated in Dallas, Austin, and Houston, where media companies, university presses, and major corporations all maintain editorial teams. Publishers like Penguin Random House's Austin imprint, The Dallas Morning News, and the University of Texas Press are among the established employers with lasting in-state footprints. Demand is strongest for digital content editors, copy editors, and technical editors, with openings at every level from entry editorial coordinator to senior managing editor. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles68
Top employerTEGNA
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring25
Work type41% On-site
Top industryEducation

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(Seasonal Sales Associate, Part-Time) Editor, Dallas
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(Seasonal Sales Associate, Part-Time) Editor, Dallas
Glossier
Dallas, Texas
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
51-200

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Video Editor
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Video Editor
Ride and Roll Presents
El Paso, Texas
Content Marketing
Copywriting & Editorial
Writing & Journalism
$11 - $14/hr
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Executive Editor, KERA News
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Executive Editor, KERA News
KERA
Dallas, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
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American Cancer Society
Assistant Managing Editor, Journals - Remote
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Assistant Managing Editor, Journals - Remote
American Cancer Society
Dallas, Texas
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$67k - $72k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Southern Methodist University
University Catalog Editor (HR Title: Content Editor I)
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University Catalog Editor (HR Title: Content Editor I)
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
Content Marketing
Copywriting & Editorial
Writing & Journalism
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Editor Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
14 jobs
Austin
9 jobs
San Antonio
6 jobs
Houston
5 jobs
Plano
3 jobs
Frisco
3 jobs
El Paso
3 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
Irving
2 jobs

Editor Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

TEGNA
TEGNA4 open roles
subject
subject2 open roles
Meridial
Meridial2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in editor jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience editing for accuracy, style, and clarity in professional publications
  • Proficiency with editorial style guides such as AP, Chicago, or APA
  • Experience using content management systems or digital publishing platforms
  • Strong command of grammar, syntax, and fact-checking processes
  • Ability to manage multiple editorial projects under deadline in a fast-paced environment

Editor Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a editor in Texas?

There is no state-issued license required to work as an editor in Texas, so the path runs through education and demonstrated experience. Most Texas employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a subject aligned with the publication's focus. Building a portfolio of published clips or edited work is the most direct way to qualify, and many Texas university writing programs offer internships that connect graduates directly to in-state media and publishing employers.

Which companies hire editors in Texas?

Texas editor roles are posted by TEGNA, subject, and Meridial and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's size and economic diversity mean editorial openings turn up across industries, from legacy newsrooms and university presses in Austin to corporate communications teams headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Which Texas cities have the most editor jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio have the most editor openings in Texas. Dallas leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters and media operations, Austin draws editorial demand from tech companies and the University of Texas publishing ecosystem, and Houston's energy sector and large hospital systems generate steady need for technical and communications editors.

Are there remote editor jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 59% of editor openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally the work translates to a distributed setup. Copy editing, content editing, and digital editorial roles are the most consistently remote, while managing editor and production editor positions more often require some on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a editor in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an editorial internship or an assistant editor role at a Texas media outlet, university press, or corporate communications department. The University of Texas Press, Texas Monthly, and large Dallas-Fort Worth corporations regularly bring on editorial assistants and interns who build skills on the job. Candidates with strong writing samples, a degree in a relevant field, and familiarity with a major style guide will have a clear edge over applicants with credentials alone.

Where can I find and apply to editor jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to editor jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly. No signup is needed to see what is currently posted.

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