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Senior Photo Editor Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Based in our Plano, TX office and reporting to the Senior Media Producer, this role travels ... Photo editing: Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. * Audio editing: Adobe Audition or equivalent for ...

... editing. Based in our Plano, TX office and reporting to the Senior Media Producer, this role ... Maintain using Cavco's digital media asset library, ensuring all video, photo, and 3D files are ...

Senior Producer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Manage pre-production, production, and post-production across photo, video, design, and integrated ... Source, negotiate, and manage external vendors, freelancers, editors, stylists, talent, and ...

Senior Producer

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Manage pre-production, production, and post-production across photo, video, design, and integrated ... Source, negotiate, and manage external vendors, freelancers, editors, stylists, talent, and ...

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How much do senior photo editor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior photo editor in Texas is $77,430.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,600.00 and $97,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior photo editor?

A Senior Photo Editor is responsible for overseeing the selection, editing, and production of high-quality images for publications, digital media, or marketing materials. They manage a team of photo editors and collaborate with photographers, designers, and writers to ensure visual consistency and storytelling. Their duties often include retouching images, optimizing color corrections, and maintaining brand aesthetics. They also stay updated on industry trends and emerging editing technologies to enhance visual content.

What does a senior photo editor do?

A typical day for a Senior Photo Editor involves selecting and editing images for publication, overseeing the work of junior editors, and ensuring that all photos align with the brand’s visual guidelines. You’ll collaborate closely with photographers, art directors, designers, and sometimes writers to create cohesive visual narratives for various media platforms. Regular responsibilities include managing workflows, reviewing image submissions, providing creative direction, and problem-solving under tight deadlines. This role is highly collaborative and requires an ability to balance creative vision with practical project management. Working in this position gives you the opportunity to shape the visual identity of major projects, while also mentoring junior team members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior photo editor?

To thrive as a Senior Photo Editor, you need expert skills in photo editing, color correction, image retouching, and an in-depth understanding of visual storytelling, usually supported by a degree in photography, visual arts, or a related field. Mastery of technical tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and digital asset management systems is often required. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills help you manage projects, lead creative teams, and coordinate with photographers and designers. These capabilities are essential for maintaining high-quality visual standards, meeting tight deadlines, and delivering impactful imagery in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Senior Photo Editor job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,430 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Photo and Video Student Intern, Marketing and Communication, Moody College of Communication

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX • On-site

$13/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


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Job description

Job Posting Title:
Photo and Video Student Intern, Marketing and Communication, Moody College of Communication
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Hiring Department:
Moody College of Communication
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
15
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Aug 24, 2026
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Dec 07, 2026
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
Job Details:
  • Are you passionate about storytelling, photography and capturing content that connects with audiences? Join the Moody College of Communication's Marcom team and help shape the voice of one of the nation's leading colleges of communication.
  • As our Photo and Video Intern, you'll support the Marketing and Communications team by capturing compelling photos and videos for the Moody College. You will help produce images and videos that make a real impact on student engagement and college visibility.

General Notes:
  • This is a great opportunity to build and develop your portfolio in a creative, fast-paced environment at a top-tier university.

Purpose:
  • Collaborate and support Moody College's digital storytelling and brand marketing with photo and video support.

Responsibilities:
  • Receive assignments and direction from the Social Media and Digital Content Manager to continue building a library of marketing photos and b-roll footage.
  • Photograph Moody College events and headshots for social media and editorial.
  • Utilize photos and videos to create social media assets to help promote editorial content.
  • Interview students, staff and faculty for marketing and editorial videos.
  • Discuss photo shoots with the supervisor in detail to create a shot list.
  • Assist in the organization of photo and video assets (uploading, backup, editing, following naming protocols)
  • Brainstorm and submit ideas for weekly intern meetings.
  • Meet weekly with the Social Media and Digital Content Manager

Required Qualifications:
  • Current UT Austin student
  • Familiar with Moody College and must be a rising junior or senior
  • Skilled with DSLR and mirrorless camera systems
  • Experience editing short and longform video using Adobe Premiere Pro or similar editing platform.
  • Working knowledge of Photoshop, Lightroom and other photo-editing software
  • Basic knowledge of graphic design.
  • Strong organizational skills, work independently and self-motivation required
  • Flexibility to work outside of normal office hours
  • Problem-solver who knows when to ask for help
  • Works well with a team and is comfortable engaging with new people
  • Maintain communication, respectful conduct, punctuality and adaptability

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with social media platforms, specifically Instagram.

Salary Range:
  • $13/hr

Weekly Scheduled Hours:
  • 15hrs/week

Working Conditions:
  • Hybrid, with regular office hours expected.
  • In-person hours are essential for a quality internship experience.

Career Competencies:
  • Photography & Video Equipment Operation
  • Video Editing
  • Communication

Required Materials:
  • Resume
  • Letter of Interest
  • Current Photo/Video Portfolio

Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
  • E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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