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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time copy editor in Houston, TX is $27.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Part Time Copy Editor reviews and refines written content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency. They check for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to style guidelines. This role typically involves working on articles, marketing materials, websites, or other publications on a limited schedule. Part-time copy editors may work remotely or in-office, depending on the employer's needs. Strong attention to detail and language proficiency are essential for success in this role.

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As a Part Time Copy Editor, your weekly tasks usually involve reviewing and editing written materials for grammar, consistency, clarity, and style adherence. You may work independently or with a team of writers and editors, depending on the employer, and your schedule often offers flexibility, allowing you to balance work with other commitments. Communication with writers to resolve queries or suggest improvements is common, and you might be assigned to edit various types of content such as articles, marketing materials, or website copy. Deadlines are a regular part of the job, so effective time management is important to ensure all assignments are completed accurately and on schedule.

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To thrive as a Part Time Copy Editor, you need excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills, often backed by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with style guides like AP or Chicago Manual of Style, and experience using editing tools such as Microsoft Word and content management systems, are typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate effectively are key soft skills that help you excel in this role. These skills are crucial for producing error-free content and meeting tight deadlines while collaborating efficiently with writers and team members.

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KTRK-TV (ABC13) News Intern, Fall 2026

The Walt Disney Company

Houston, TX • On-site

$17.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Walt Disney Company rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 52 rated entertainment


Job description

Job Posting Title:

KTRK-TV (ABC13) News Intern, Fall 2026

Req ID:

10152696

Job Description:

About the Role & Program

ABC13 (KTRK-TV) Houston leads the market in local news coverage with daily newscasts and has been in a number one position in local news for several years!

What You Will Do

Our Eyewitness News is looking for an intern who wants to learn from the experienced team from Houston's #1 source for news. Our ideal candidate is ready to develop their news judgment, writing skills, and prepared to experience what broadcast news brings daily.

  • Travel with reporters and photojournalists in the field for newsgathering and live remotes

  • Write copy and edit video for newscasts

  • Observe producers and executive producers in their respective roles

  • Attend morning and afternoon editorial meetings

  • Get an up-close look at how news is distributed beyond TV to our myriad of digital and social media platforms

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Previous experience in broadcasting, news media production or script writing

  • Proficiency with video editing experience in Adobe Premiere

  • Proficiency with social media

  • Ability to thrive in a team environment but also work well independently

Education

  • Junior or Senior year preferred

  • Declared major or previous coursework in a mass media/new media-related field

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

  • Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.

  • Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

  • Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

  • Fully available from August 2026 through January 2027

  • Fully available for the duration of the internship, working 18- 20 hours each week

  • Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Houston, TX area

  • Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work

Materials Required:

  • A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume. Applications without a portfolio link on the resume will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Please visit our support site or additional information.

The pay rate for this role inTexas is $17.75 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production Intern

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Houston, TX, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-06-25

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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