Despite the volatile COVID19 pandemic in Texas, we continue to see job listings for the media industries throughout the state. In particular, we are seeing an increase in remote / virtual jobs. These opportunities allow you to work from your own location, editing audio or video, creating animations and/or devleoping mobile applications and much more.

Every week, we revisit this Jobs Listing site, posting the newest resources and survivor jobs (including being a test patient for a new vaccine) below as well as providing data where your can also do some decent job hunting on your own via the AUDIO, VIDEO, GRAPHICS, & APPS links in the JOBS navigation above!

Things to do to increase your opportunities

YOUR RESUME: Revisit your resume and highlight past experience & skills that are needed today such as working from home, have home studio, etc.
COVER LETTER: Update cover letter to reflect current & immediate needs of employers. Feel free to send to your resume and letters to your free career counseling resource, brad@mediatech.edu to proofread and edit!
DIGITAL PRESENCE: Create or polish your online presence (Your Website, EPK, portfolio, social media accounts, LinkedIn, IMDB, Music Link-Up, ReverbNation, SoundCloud, etc.) NOTE, if you need a quick, easy and inexpensive one-pager Website, check out CARRD.com
CREATE CONTENT: Develop new content such as b-roll, stock content & music to sell it or work on your own films, apps, animations, websites & music!
BE SOCIAL: Be active on Social — Give you professional opinion, show-off your talents, build professional relationships and increase your network!
In the meantime, below are resources you can use!

NETWORKING EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & SHOWCASES

INDUSTRY EVENTS

- Veterans In Media Entertainment
  
  Connects veterans to jobs, internships, fellowships, and build community.
  
  They also serve as a talent pipeline for the industry.
  
  https://vmeconnect.org/
- Connect directly with an extensive network of headhunters actively searching for professionals in your field:
  
  https://lp.jobleads.com/headhunters/elp-2-us?utm_source=linkedin-ads_US-Evergreen-HH-FMJ_US__&utm_content=US-SIA-JobSeekersCareerChangers-HH-FMJ-ELP-2_mjmo-dtpoh-s_value-of-headhunters_elp-2&utm_medium=linkedin-ad&utm_campaign=US-Evergreen-HH-FMJ&li_fat_id=f1ca386f-a685-4b63-be21-1ee1d0438b56
- Calling all rising DJs—Want a fun spot to perform, grow your name, and vibe with the community?
  
  Swirled Peace Ice Cream Shop in Bishop Arts has DJ Sound Equipment ready for you to play on!
  
  DM us if interested! Let’s grow together. instagram.com/swirled.peace (972) 863-8447
- Next Up Wednesdays Open Mic 1^st & 3^rd Wednesdays
  
  at Bistro I-35 Southern Soul Eatery & Lounge 360 E. Belt Line Rd., Desoto
- FREE! Texas Mixer Mixer – January 31^st – February 1^st
  
  Sat. Jan 31^st 10am-5pm FREE SEMINARS at Blackbird Media Supply – 1232 Crampton Street, Dallas, TX 75207
  
  Sun. Feb 1^st 11am-4pm FREE Vendor Expo – 1232 Crampton Street, Dallas, TX 75207
  
  5-8pm FREE Mixer at Cinco Cocinas 5-8pm 4711 Maple Ave. #120, Dallas 75219
  
  REGISTER FREE AT: https://texasmixermixer.com/
- Saturday 1/31/26 at 8:00 PM the Texas Theatre will be showing True Romance.
  
  Co-presented by Oak Cliff Film Festival and Vector Brewing to benefit the OCFF Student Filmmaking Workshop
  
  For more information please visit: https://thetexastheatre.com/film/true-romance/
- Dallas Producers Association Speed Networking – Tues., Feb. 17^th 6-9pm
  
  AMS Studios – 16986 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas
  
  https://dallasproducers.glueup.com/event/dallas-producers-association-speed-networking-167959/
- Experience the new Symphoria Loudspeaker at Timber Audio Video Thurs Feb 5^th 6-9pm
  
  2245 ½ Portsmouth St., Houton 77098 (713) 523-0494
  
  Seats are limited — please reserve yours by replying to:
  
  gershmanacoustics@yahoo.com or mdheusi@gmail.co

- Baltimore Next Media (BNM) Webfest 2026 Submission Deadline – February 28, 2026
  
  Virtual and In-person Festival/Awards for web series, films, music videos and podcasts
  
  https://filmfreeway.com/baltowebfest
  
  USE CODE: bnmstudents26 for 35% off submission fee!
- Free training on the MMG AXIS? Learn more about AVOIP, NDI & Vmix…. email mmg@mmgevents.co.uk to join us for remote or in person sessions
- A new and growing online space for Audio Techs/Engineers or anyone in sound (Musicians, business, singers etc) to connect, get engagements and exposure. It’s free!
  
  www.thechurchvault.com
- https://www.dallasmusicnetwork.org/
- https://lp.jobleads.com/headhunters/
- Texas State Songwriters Championship:
  
  https://www.texasstatesongwriters.com/

- Septien Entertainment’s A.I. For Musicians Online Course
  
  https://entertainmentconsultation.lpages.co/parallelplayy/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIHjuhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTdvpSzEdesB3oeffydq45kMYRRTapQ5H6mJlJkcYz8eBJgrX5ip8G1uxw_aem_1M3qCzgtbEC69pJvJT7n3Q
- Year-Round Internships (Unpaid) Texas Archive of the Moving Image – Austin
- - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDjxMpjjD5QCk_3HvQadmLFR5-Ap65k2Yy8L26e9YHz4lGLw/viewf
- - MusiciansContact: Need a band member? Need a gig? Check our website to see what we’ve been doing for years: https://www.MusiciansContact.com
  - Questions? Call us at 818-888-7879 and talk to a real person. Email: info@MusiciansContact.com
- Texas Governor’s Office Music Page:
  https://gov.texas.gov/music
- Texas Governors Office Music Page Internships:
  https://gov.texas.gov/organization/human-resources/Internships
- Work in Foreign Countries with Global Work & Travel:
  https://www.globalworkandtravel.com/
- Grants and Programs for Female Audio Engineers
  https://soundgirls.org/soundgirls-l-acoustics-grants/
- Internships for Female Audio Engineers & Music Producers:
  
  https://soundgirls.org/internships18/
- The Sam Houston Southwest Film Investment Fund (SHSWFIF) is set up as a Texas LLC and has members that have pledged a specific level of investment into the development of full feature films, television series and documentaries. https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/film/film_grants.pdf
- TMV Booking: A new platform connecting music creatives together to build personal and business relationships nationally and internationally. Free for artist to create a profile and Free for those looking for talent to connect/book. Check it out at: www.tmvbooking.com
- TAXI The World’s Leading Independent A&R Company – Sell your tracks!
  https://www.taxi.com/industry#listing-S230420RATexas Governor’s Office Music Page

- Includes directories for musicians, radio stations, guides to getting started in the music business, notes for songwriters and artists, sales and use tax info for home recording studios, venues, guides to booking concerts and tours, starting a record label, creating a press kit, music insurance, and more! https://gov.texas.gov/music/page/resources
Got a horror short or trailer? Send it in for a chance to be screened at Studio Movie Grill Lincoln Square.

Email: LittleSparkFilms@gmail.com Subject: Show My Short
FREE Platform for showcasing student films – The Writer’s Television Station

For more info, visit: https://www.thewriterstelevision.com/

Contact, AdriAnne Headen at aheaden@thewriterstelevision.com or 214-393-6448

Sell/license your beats and instrumental tracks to Stockmusic.net:

https://stockmusic.net/artist
PLEASE VISIT OUR FACEBOOK EVENTS PAGE TO STAY CURRENT EVENTS

RESOURCES YOU CAN USE

Check back regularly as we continue to add new helpful information.

GENERAL

USA.gov COVID-19: VERY Extensive List of Federal Government Support & Resources
CARE ACT: The Current Government Relief act
Independent Contractors & Gig Worker: Check if you qualify for benefits!

HEALTH

Texas Health & Human Services – COVID-19: What is Texas doing
Center for Disease Control & Prevention – COVID-19: US Medical Information
Coronavirus Self-Checker: Check Your Symptoms

EMPLOYMENT

Texas Workforce Commission : Filing Unemployment – Keep trying, experiencing high call volume.
Jooble: International job search website https://jooble.org/
D/FW Hiring: List of companies hiring in Dallas / Ft. Worth
Houston Hiring: List of companies hiring in Houston
Online Cash Ideas: Get paid to surf and get up-to-date on your utilities
Online Gigs: Remote Casting: Earn $1,000 to Film a Healthcare Vignette Video + More Gigs You Can Do From Home
Unemployment in COVID-19 Q&A: General Questions and answers to maneuver the COVID

FAMILIES

Administration for Children & Families – COVID Resources: Federal Resource for Families
UnitedWays – 211.org: Federal-State-Local Benefits Finder 211 or Dial 2-1-1

BUSINESSES

US Small Business Administration: SBA Guidance & Loan Resources in COVID-19

MENTAL HEALTH

National Alliance on Mental Illness

LEASING

Landlords & Tenants: A good article on understanding the unique circumstances facing landlords and tenants.

BILLS / PAYMENTS

United Way: Search for your community United way. Some community United Ways are assisting with bill payments, shelter, food.

FOOD / GOODS / NEEDS

What is in Stock: Search for a product to see prices and availability in nearby stores.

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC JOBS / HELP

AFM UNION DFW | AFM UNION Houston: American Federation of Musicians
IATSE: International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees
Backstage Resources: Online / Work From Home Gigs – Voice-Overs, Auditions, TikTok Videos, Social and more,,,
Hypebot: Sign-up for daily and/or weekly e-newsletter. GREAT resources.
Miama New Times Resources- Music Relief Funds
Music Professionals Help
NRP Resources – Fans Supporting Artists
Rolling Stone Resources – Support Artists
Billboard Resources: Music Companies Giving Back, Music Professionals Help
Spotify Artist Fundraising Pick
Freelance Artist Resources CERF+
Grammy MusiCares: Independent Contractors, Sole Proprietors & Self-Employed Individuals
SONA: Songwriters of North America
Covid19 Freelance Artist Resource
I Care If You Listen
Actors Fund
Fueling Musicians: Joe Bonamassa’s Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation “Fueling Musicians” Covid-19 Relief Program
MusicForRelief – Entertainment Industry Foundation
Musicians Foundation
Sound Royalties
Sweet Relief

SURVIVAL / IN DEMAND JOBS

Grocery Stores, Distribution Centers/Warehouses, and Delivery Services.

GROCERY

Wal-Mart Jobs in Dallas: Stockers, Sales Associates, Warehouse – Ft. Worth
Costco: Jobs at Cosco
Target: Warehouse – Denton & Midlothian , Jobs at Target
Kroger: Jobs at Kroger
Tom Thumb: Jobs at Tom Thumb
Sprouts Distribution Centers: Jobs at Sprouts Distributions
Sprouts Stores: Jobs at Sprouts Stores
Whole Foods Stores: Jobs at Whole Foods
HEB/Central Marke: Jobs at HEB
Amazon: Warehouse – Ft. Worth – $15-$17./hour
Fresnius: Warehouse – Coppell
UPS: Warehouse – Dallas
FCA: Warehouse – Carrollton – $15.78/hour
Uline: Warehouse – Coppell – $18-$25/hour

DRIVING JOBS – Amazon Contract Drivers

Scoobeez
Fusion Logistics: Farmers Branch – $15./hour
OnPoint Delivery, LLC : Farmers Branch – $15.50 an hour
Shandy Holdings LLC (Amazon Contractor): Dallas – $15.00 – $15.50 an hour
Lone Star Logistics and Delivery: Dallas – $15 – $16 an hour
Blue Nova Logistics: Garland – $15 – $18 an hour
Titanic Logistics, LLC : Lewisville – $15 an hour
BoxAPorter: Garland – $15.00 – $15.50 an hour

FOOD DELIVERY

Favor

FOOD/CATERING:

THE! Staffing Company, Inc. (weekends and evenings) (214) 334-5828
Waitstaff, bartending, kitchen, security, DJ’s President – Shan Claudio shan@thestaffingco.org Viki Hall Staffing – *The* largest high-end Event Staffing Company in Texas! Operating for over 20 years, we hire enthusiastic bartenders, wait staff, hostesses/hosts, and other food and beverage personnel for upscale events in the DFW Metroplex. This is a great job for anyone who’s going to school, has another job, or for anyone who would like to pick their own schedule – Our system allows you to work when *you* want! Prior Food and Beverage experience is great, but we offer training for those looking to break into this industry. Please apply at: http://vikihallstaffing.com/employee-application/
Chick Fil A – (Mon-Sat 10am10-pm) Scott Mayes – Restaurant Operator 7850 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving 972-432-0101
Pollo Campero (apply in person) 12885 Josey Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 (972) 243-2482