Real Estate Writer/Editor Freelance at CandysDirt.com

Job Title: Weekend Editor & Real Estate News Reporter

Location: Dallas, TX (Remote/Flexible with Local Reporting Required)

Company: CandysDirt.com

CandysDirt.com, Dallas’ go-to source for luxury real estate and housing news, is looking for an enterprising journalist to take on the dual role of Weekend Editor & Real Estate News Reporter. This position is ideal for a sharp, deadline-driven writer with a passion for reporting residential and commercial real estate, the ever-evolving Dallas housing landscape, and translating complex housing issues into clear, engaging stories for our audience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Weekend Editor Duties:
• Edit and publish weekend content, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and engagement.
• Monitor real estate and local news for timely coverage opportunities.
• Reporter Duties:
• Write 7 stories weekly.
• Build and maintain relationships with North Texas officials, developers, and industry insiders.
• Report on policy changes affecting real estate, affordability, and development trends.
• Repurpose press releases as more detailed reports as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong journalism background with experience covering news, real estate, or business.
• Ability to manage multiple stories with daily deadlines.
• Skilled writer and editor with a keen eye for accuracy and detail.
• Knowledge of Dallas’ real estate market and city hall landscape is a plus.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small, dynamic team as a freelance writer/editor.

Perks & Details:

• Full-time freelance CONTRACTOR
• Remote work environment, but must be based in Dallas-Fort Worth.
• This role offers the freedom to pitch and pursue the stories that interest you most. If there’s a real estate trend, neighborhood, or market shift you’re curious about, you’ll have the opportunity to dive in and cover it.

We’re a small but dedicated content team passionate about CandysDirt.com’s mission to deliver top-tier real estate journalism. Although this role may not offer the highest salary in the industry, it’s a great opportunity to be part of a tight-knit team that values quality storytelling, local expertise, and a genuine love for Dallas real estate.

Interested? Send your résumé, a short cover letter, and links to three relevant writing samples to CandysDirt.com executive editor Shelby Skrhak at shelby [at] candysdirt.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Location:

• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (Required)

Work Location: Remote