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How much do student editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for student editor in Seattle, WA is $35.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.33 and $45.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a student editor?

A Student Editor is responsible for reviewing, editing, and proofreading written content, often for a school publication, academic journal, or student-run media outlet. They check for grammar, clarity, and consistency while ensuring the content aligns with publication standards. Student Editors may also collaborate with writers, manage deadlines, and assist in content planning. This role helps develop strong writing, editing, and communication skills, making it valuable for those interested in journalism, publishing, or academia.

What types of projects and responsibilities are typical for a student editor?

As a Student Editor, you may review and edit articles, essays, or other written content submitted by peers for student-run publications, academic journals, or online platforms. Your responsibilities often include fact-checking, ensuring adherence to style guides, collaborating with writers to improve clarity and coherence, and sometimes helping select content for publication. Depending on your team, you might also participate in editorial meetings, coordinate publishing schedules, or mentor junior contributors. This experience provides valuable exposure to real-world editorial processes and can build a strong foundation for future roles in publishing or communications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the student editor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Editor, you need strong writing, proofreading, and organizational skills, often supported by involvement in campus publications or related coursework. Familiarity with editing software such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and collaborative content management systems is beneficial, though formal certifications are not usually required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities help maintain high editorial standards, foster a productive team environment, and ensure timely publication of high-quality content.

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Infographic showing various Student Editor job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,800 per year, or $36 per hour.

Student TA - DES-340 Level Design II (Morrison), F26

DigiPen Institute of Technology

Redmond, WA • On-site

$17.13 - $18.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Applicants MUST be current students at DigiPen Institute of Technology to qualify for this position.
  • Student Employment at DigiPen is open to all currently matriculated students if they meet the qualifications for the job.
  • Students may not work during any time when they have a class scheduled, a class is canceled, or a class ends early.
  • Student workers must reside within the State of Washington. Remote work outside of Washington will not be permitted.
Job Title: Student TA - DES-340 Level Design II (Morrison), F26
Reports to: Bill Morrison
Class Times:
Section A: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. (JIMBO)
Section B: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:50 a.m. (ARCHIMEDES)
Essential Functions
A Teaching Assistant (TA) is expected to assist the instructor in the classroom as requested by the instructor. Responsibilities may include equipment setup and/or operation (e.g., running slide decks during lectures), facilitating student presentations, answering student questions during labs, pre-grading assessments, submitting attendance sheets, etc. TAs are expected to assist with grading outside the classroom, meet regularly with the instructor, and may be required to meet with students outside class to answer questions as needed. Other duties as assigned by the instructor.
TAs will meet weekly with the instructor for performance feedback and duty modification and will receive a full evaluation once per semester.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Must be able to make a commitment to weekly grading of student work
  • Assisting students in labs and during published office hours
  • Meeting students online, if required
  • Grading weekly assignments and projects using the provided guidelines
  • Providing constructive feedback in the grading to the students
  • Timely delivery of graded reports / assignments and maintaining consistency and clarity in grading
  • Accountable for tracking and reporting the amount of time worked

Qualifications/Competencies
  • Must be available to work during the class and lab times listed above with no other class conflict or overlap
  • Must be able to work in-person on Redmond campus
  • Portal 2 editor, Unreal and UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) experience highly sought
  • Must have strong overall technical skills to assist students with editor / blueprint / scripting questions
  • Strong attention to overall Level Design, guidance, pacing, and level design techniques
  • Must have taken and passed either DES-214 or DES-240, as well as DES-340, previously
  • Have proven proficiency with the course material
  • Possess a positive attitude toward learning and a willingness to help others excel
  • Be comfortable interacting with other students on an instructional level as a mentor
  • Arrive on time and be prepared to attend with complete focus during work hours
  • Be available to create "office hours" outside of listed class time to answer student questions and assist the professor with assignment grading or prep

Expected dates of employment: August 31 - December 11, 2026
Expected number of hours per week: 10
*** Once again, students are not permitted to work during any time when they are scheduled for a class. ***
Wage Range:
$17.13 - 18.25 per hour, depending on number of terms worked at DigiPen
Requirements to Apply:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Current Semester Academic Schedule

Working Conditions:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching; and fine finger dexterity. May need to lift up to 25 lbs. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.
DigiPen Student Employee Academic Requirements:
  • Are currently a Matriculated student at DigiPen Institute of Technology
  • Good Academic Standing - not on Academic Warning as defined in DigiPen Course Catalog
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Have taken and passed DES-214 or DES-240, as well as DES-340 with a B or better

Requirement Exceptions:
It is possible to still be selected for a position with DigiPen if you do not meet the requirements above, so don't let that dissuade you from applying!
Once you have applied for - and the supervisor decides to offer you - a position, we will contact the necessary managers (Supervisor, Department Chair, and/or the Dean of Faculty) to complete and sign off on an Academic Waiver form, depending on which requirements need to be waived. Once the Waiver is returned to us, we'll continue you through the hiring process.
Equal opportunity is a priority of DigiPen Institute of Technology, as the institution is committed to fostering a positive learning environment for all. The Institute's intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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