Journalist Jobs in Texas
Journalist jobs in Texas are active and competitive, with demand concentrated in broadcast news, digital media, and investigative reporting across experience levels from entry-level reporters through senior correspondents and editors. The largest hiring markets are Dallas, Houston, and Austin, where anchored employers like The Dallas Morning News, the Houston Chronicle, and TEGNA's local television stations maintain consistent newsroom rosters. The most in-demand specialties right now are multimedia journalism, data journalism, and political and policy reporting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The company: KSAT12 is the #1 local news station in San Antonio and a Graham Media Group media hub with strong community ties and top ratings. We are known for our aggressive reporting style and a keen ability to embrace new digital technologies.
The Role: KSAT12 NEWS, San Antonio, is looking for a Digital Journalist to join our award-winning, market-leading KSAT.com digital team. We are looking for someone who eats, drinks, and breathes digital news and information, and wants to join our team in a fast-paced, innovative, and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain editorial direction set by the News Director, Manager of Content and Coverage, Digital EP, and other newsroom managers.
- Create and publish dynamic content to KSAT.com in a fast-paced digital-always environment.
- Emphasize the importance of breaking news in writing and editing.
- Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
- Write with speed, accuracy, and creativity, using sound news judgment while paying close attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Use online metric tools to help determine the value of trending stories and make decisions on content distribution based on analytics and key performance indicators.
- Search and populate stories from wire services and partners that have news value and are interesting to our online audience.
- Ability to create and post articles, images, videos, livestreams, slideshows, and other media.
- Effectively handle multiple tasks and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with news managers, producers, reporters, editors, photographers, and social media staff.
- Ability to oversee and assign duties to other web-enabled staff on duty.
- Stay on top of current events, including local, state, national and world events.
- Understand and use internet research tools and social media resources to create content for our online platform, social media channels, and broadcast channel.
- Work flexible hours that may include nights, overnight hours, mornings, weekends, or holidays.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a commercial newsroom preferred.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with AP Style-writing.
- Experience with web content management systems and newsroom computer systems.
- Experience with Photoshop and video editing software.
- College degree preferred.
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
- Demonstrated ability to write, produce copy and oversee editing for online platforms.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment with daily deadlines and shifting priorities.
Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.
To apply, send resume, online writing and web producing samples and links to:
Jace Larson
KSAT12 News
jlarson@ksat.com
1408 N. St. Mary’s Street, San Antonio, Texas 78215
We regret that we will only be able to respond to those applicants in whom we have an interest.
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
KSAT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, KSAT will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
Copyright 2022 by KSAT - All rights reserved.
The company: KSAT12 is the #1 local news station in San Antonio and a Graham Media Group media hub with strong community ties and top ratings. We are known for our aggressive reporting style and a keen ability to embrace new digital technologies.
The Role: KSAT12 NEWS, San Antonio, is looking for a Digital Journalist to join our award-winning, market-leading KSAT.com digital team. We are looking for someone who eats, drinks, and breathes digital news and information, and wants to join our team in a fast-paced, innovative, and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain editorial direction set by the News Director, Manager of Content and Coverage, Digital EP, and other newsroom managers.
- Create and publish dynamic content to KSAT.com in a fast-paced digital-always environment.
- Emphasize the importance of breaking news in writing and editing.
- Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
- Write with speed, accuracy, and creativity, using sound news judgment while paying close attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Use online metric tools to help determine the value of trending stories and make decisions on content distribution based on analytics and key performance indicators.
- Search and populate stories from wire services and partners that have news value and are interesting to our online audience.
- Ability to create and post articles, images, videos, livestreams, slideshows, and other media.
- Effectively handle multiple tasks and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with news managers, producers, reporters, editors, photographers, and social media staff.
- Ability to oversee and assign duties to other web-enabled staff on duty.
- Stay on top of current events, including local, state, national and world events.
- Understand and use internet research tools and social media resources to create content for our online platform, social media channels, and broadcast channel.
- Work flexible hours that may include nights, overnight hours, mornings, weekends, or holidays.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a commercial newsroom preferred.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with AP Style-writing.
- Experience with web content management systems and newsroom computer systems.
- Experience with Photoshop and video editing software.
- College degree preferred.
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
- Demonstrated ability to write, produce copy and oversee editing for online platforms.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment with daily deadlines and shifting priorities.
Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.
To apply, send resume, online writing and web producing samples and links to:
Jace Larson
KSAT12 News
jlarson@ksat.com
1408 N. St. Mary’s Street, San Antonio, Texas 78215
We regret that we will only be able to respond to those applicants in whom we have an interest.
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
KSAT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, KSAT will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
Copyright 2022 by KSAT - All rights reserved.
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- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a closely related field required
- Demonstrable portfolio of published or broadcast work across multiple formats
- Proficiency in AP Style and rigorous fact-checking and verification practices
- Experience with multimedia production including video, audio, and social media content
- Strong on-camera presence or radio voice for broadcast-focused positions
- Familiarity with content management systems and digital analytics platforms
Journalist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a journalist in Texas?
There is no state-issued license or registration required to work as a journalist in Texas. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in journalism or communications from a Texas university such as UT Austin, Texas Tech, or Texas A&M, followed by internship experience at a Texas newspaper, TV station, or digital outlet. Building a published portfolio and developing beat expertise in areas like Texas politics, energy, or border affairs strengthens most applications considerably.
How much do journalists make in Texas?
Journalists in Texas earn a median of about $48,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $28,990 for the lowest 10% to over $95,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire journalists in Texas?
Employers hiring journalists in Texas right now include Sinclair Broadcast, TEGNA, and GRAY MEDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's large broadcast groups, legacy newspapers, and growing digital news organizations across Dallas, Houston, and Austin drive consistent year-round hiring across reporting, editing, and producing roles.
Which Texas cities have the most journalist jobs?
Austin, Amarillo, and Brownsville account for the largest concentration of journalist openings in Texas. Dallas leads because of its dense cluster of network-affiliated TV stations, major newspapers, and national media bureau offices, while Houston's energy industry and diverse population fuel strong demand for specialty and general-assignment reporters, and Austin's role as the state capital draws political, policy, and tech-focused journalism employers.
Are there remote journalist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many fields, since writing, editing, and digital reporting work translates well to remote arrangements. About 33% of journalist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting genuine flexibility at digital-first outlets and wire services. Roles centered on breaking news coverage, studio broadcasting, or community beat reporting tend to require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a journalist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a paid internship or part-time staff role at a Texas daily, alt-weekly, or local TV station, which many outlets use as a direct pipeline to full-time hires. Campus newsrooms at UT Austin, Texas State, and the University of North Texas provide early clips. Entry roles with titles like news producer associate, digital content writer, or editorial assistant at Texas outlets open doors, and a tightly edited clips portfolio covering Texas-specific topics gives candidates a genuine advantage over applicants with only coursework to show.
Where can I find and apply to journalist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to journalist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings at Texas employers across Dallas, Houston, Austin, and beyond. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employer.
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