Visual Journalism Photo Intern (Summer 2027)

The Dallas Morning News; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dallas Morning News is offering a Photo Intern position for Summer 2027 in the North Texas market. You will be responsible for shooting and editing stills and video, crafting captions, and using social media professionally to support breaking news and emerging trends.

From week one you’ll operate like a staff member, work under deadline pressure, and receive critique from editors and photographers to refine your storytelling and technical skills, preparing you for a potential full-time role

Qualifications

• Strong organization and ability to manage a heavy shooting workload.
• Ability to meet deadlines and transmit on deadline with multiple images.
• Positive energy, strong written and verbal language skills under pressure.
• Be ready to learn from experienced shooters and grow toward full-time work.
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle to travel to assignments.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit stills and video for stories and features.
• Write accurate and compelling photo captions.
• Work under tight deadline pressures to deliver timely visuals.
• Use social media on the job for professional purposes.
• Collaborate with editors to develop coverage that resonates with digital audiences.

Skills

Photography

Video editing

Social media literacy

Deadline management

Job description

The Dallas Morning News is offering a Photo Intern position for Summer 2027 in the North Texas market. You will be responsible for shooting and editing stills and video, crafting captions, and using social media professionally to support breaking news and emerging trends.

From week one you’ll operate like a staff member, work under deadline pressure, and receive critique from editors and photographers to refine your storytelling and technical skills, preparing you for a potential full-time role