Climate & Environment Full-time

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American Bird Conservancy

Posted

May 05, 2026

Location

Remote (US)

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$54450 - $60500

Mission

What you will drive

  • Identify storytelling opportunities that demonstrate ABC's mission and mobilize audiences to take actions that advance conservation and revenue generation.
  • Report, research, and write digital content including news stories and blog posts, with an emphasis on habitat and conservation practices.
  • Collaborate with the Graphic Designer and Multimedia Producer to incorporate compelling visuals into web stories and other content.
  • Support editorial planning, fact-checking, and proofreading across ABC's communications ecosystem, including web, email, social media, and magazine.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role amplifies American Bird Conservancy's conservation message, inspiring action to protect birds and their habitats across the Americas, thereby contributing to biodiversity and climate resilience.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with proven ability to transform technical information into engaging content for a lay audience.
  • BA/BS or MA/MS in Journalism, English, or related field, ideally with ornithology/environmental/ecology coursework or background.
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in content development (editing/writing/proofreading), preferably for an environmental, science, or policy organization.
  • Knowledge of birds and bird biology resources required; familiarity with AP style strongly desired.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Salary estimated at $54,450 – $60,500 based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, paid vacation (starting at 15 days annually, increasing to 20 after 1 year), paid holidays, sick leave, and travel expenses covered for work-related travel. ABC offers a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible remote-friendly work arrangements.

About

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American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit dedicated to conserving wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas, benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet's fragile climate.