<div>  Title:    Writer/EditorSupervisor:  Senior Writer/EditorLocation: Flexible/remote; preference for Washington, DC areaSalary: Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience Application Deadline: October 14, 2025 Position Summary: This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC). American Bird Conservancy is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit seeking employees with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a difference for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, ABC achieves lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet’s fragile climate. American Bird Conservancy is seeking a dynamic, skilled writer/editor to craft and refine engaging content about one of nature’s most threatened animal groups — wild birds — and ABC’s work to conserve them and their habitats across the Americas. This position researches, writes, and maintains accounts for ABC’s ever-growing Bird Library — a cornerstone of ABC’s website and other digital content — and supports other content writing needs, including web stories. The position will play a key role in expanding the reach and awareness of ABC, while also motivating people to take actions that benefit birds and advance ABC's mission, including fundraising, list growth, and advocacy. We’re seeking a creative and curious person who can also write accurate, persuasive prose while thinking imaginatively and innovating in the rapidly evolving digital content space. Well-qualified candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-productivity environment; enjoy working collaboratively with staff and external contacts; possess experience with and interest in conservation; and have a background in environmental topics and a passion for nature, conservation, and birds. The position reports to the Senior Writer/Editor within the ABC Communications &amp; Marketing team. Primary Duties:<ul><li>Research and write dynamic and scientifically accurate content for ABC’s Bird Library accounts. Work closely with ABC staff to gather and verify information.</li><li>Support the production of other content related to the Bird Library. Proofread related graphics, maps, emails, and other items as needed.</li><li>Serve as project manager for ABC's Bird Library, including asset and document maintenance. Support Bird Library content and governance strategy through an editorial calendar that includes regular reviews and fact-checking.</li><li>Report and write additional content as assigned.</li><li>Support ABC's Communications &amp; Marketing team with writing, editing, fact-checking, and proofreading content used in a digital ecosystem, including web, email, social media, digital advertising, and more.</li><li>Contribute to the generation of unrestricted revenue through helping to advance an effective omnichannel marketing and fundraising strategy.</li><li>Work closely with ABC staff and partners to stay informed and aware of ABC's work and impact.</li><li>Contribute to the further development of and adherence to ABC’s brand standards, organization-wide content strategy, and style guides.</li><li>Collaborate with other writers on staff.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>  Benefits: American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose. ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.<ul><li>Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, and employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, etc.</li><li>Paid vacation days (starting at 15 days annually and increasing to 20 days after 1 year of employment), paid holidays (including both US holidays and additional ABC holidays) and sick leave. </li><li>Lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel away from home where applicable.</li><li>Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.</li></ul> To Apply: Please apply online at Paylocity. Please submit a single PDF that includes your resume, a cover letter, and three writing samples, at least two of which are about birds (recommended word count: 800 - 1,500 words, per piece). If you have any difficulties uploading your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples then please send them as ONE document to HR@abcbirds.org * ABC aligns our compensation with local market rates to ensure internal equity and fairness across our distributed workforce. At American Bird Conservancy, we believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us more effective. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.  As an equal opportunity employer, ABC is committed to ensuring that employees and applicants for employment have equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor unrelated to the requirements of the position.</div><div>  <ol><li>Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including proven ability to transform technical information into engaging content for a lay audience in such forms as website content.</li><li>Strong project management skills and ability to work as a team player. Familiarity with project management systems a plus.</li><li>BA/BS or MA/MS in Journalism, English, or related field, ideally with ornithology/environmental coursework or background.</li><li>At least 1-2 years of working in content development (editing/writing/proofreading), preferably for an environmental, science, or policy organization.</li><li>Knowledge of birds along with bird biology resources (e.g. Birds of the World, IUCN Red List, field guides, etc.) required.</li><li>Familiarity with AP style strongly desired.</li><li>Experience working in an omnichannel communications and marketing environment a plus.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Word, WordPress, Google Docs, Trello, Slack, and other communications-related software.</li><li>All remote and hybrid employees are required to have a stable and high-speed internet service provider in place prior to beginning work for ABC. Our distributed work force relies heavily on cloud technologies, Zoom, and other automations to successfully complete our day to day work. The ideal speeds are 30-40 Mbps for downloads and 10-15 Mbps for uploads.</li><li>You may be required to use your personal cell phone to access ABC systems remotely.</li><li>Authorized to work in the US or Permanent Resident</li><li>Background screening required</li></ol></div><div>Job Type</div><div>Full-time</div><div>  Title:    Writer/EditorSupervisor:  Senior Writer/EditorLocation: Flexible/remote; preference for Washington, DC areaSalary: Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience Application Deadline: October 14, 2025 Position Summary: This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC). American Bird Conservancy is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit seeking employees with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a difference for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, ABC achieves lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet’s fragile climate. American Bird Conservancy is seeking a dynamic, skilled writer/editor to craft and refine engaging content about one of nature’s most threatened animal groups — wild birds — and ABC’s work to conserve them and their habitats across the Americas. This position researches, writes, and maintains accounts for ABC’s ever-growing Bird Library — a cornerstone of ABC’s website and other digital content — and supports other content writing needs, including web stories. The position will play a key role in expanding the reach and awareness of ABC, while also motivating people to take actions that benefit birds and advance ABC's mission, including fundraising, list growth, and advocacy. We’re seeking a creative and curious person who can also write accurate, persuasive prose while thinking imaginatively and innovating in the rapidly evolving digital content space. Well-qualified candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-productivity environment; enjoy working collaboratively with staff and external contacts; possess experience with and interest in conservation; and have a background in environmental topics and a passion for nature, conservation, and birds. The position reports to the Senior Writer/Editor within the ABC Communications &amp; Marketing team. Primary Duties:<ul><li>Research and write dynamic and scientifically accurate content for ABC’s Bird Library accounts. Work closely with ABC staff to gather and verify information.</li><li>Support the production of other content related to the Bird Library. Proofread related graphics, maps, emails, and other items as needed.</li><li>Serve as project manager for ABC's Bird Library, including asset and document maintenance. Support Bird Library content and governance strategy through an editorial calendar that includes regular reviews and fact-checking.</li><li>Report and write additional content as assigned.</li><li>Support ABC's Communications &amp; Marketing team with writing, editing, fact-checking, and proofreading content used in a digital ecosystem, including web, email, social media, digital advertising, and more.</li><li>Contribute to the generation of unrestricted revenue through helping to advance an effective omnichannel marketing and fundraising strategy.</li><li>Work closely with ABC staff and partners to stay informed and aware of ABC's work and impact.</li><li>Contribute to the further development of and adherence to ABC’s brand standards, organization-wide content strategy, and style guides.</li><li>Collaborate with other writers on staff.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>  Benefits: American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose. ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.<ul><li>Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, and employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, etc.</li><li>Paid vacation days (starting at 15 days annually and increasing to 20 days after 1 year of employment), paid holidays (including both US holidays and additional ABC holidays) and sick leave. </li><li>Lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel away from home where applicable.</li><li>Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.</li></ul> To Apply: Please apply online at Paylocity. Please submit a single PDF that includes your resume, a cover letter, and three writing samples, at least two of which are about birds (recommended word count: 800 - 1,500 words, per piece). If you have any difficulties uploading your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples then please send them as ONE document to HR@abcbirds.org * ABC aligns our compensation with local market rates to ensure internal equity and fairness across our distributed workforce. At American Bird Conservancy, we believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us more effective. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.  As an equal opportunity employer, ABC is committed to ensuring that employees and applicants for employment have equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor unrelated to the requirements of the position.</div><div>  <ol><li>Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including proven ability to transform technical information into engaging content for a lay audience in such forms as website content.</li><li>Strong project management skills and ability to work as a team player. Familiarity with project management systems a plus.</li><li>BA/BS or MA/MS in Journalism, English, or related field, ideally with ornithology/environmental coursework or background.</li><li>At least 1-2 years of working in content development (editing/writing/proofreading), preferably for an environmental, science, or policy organization.</li><li>Knowledge of birds along with bird biology resources (e.g. Birds of the World, IUCN Red List, field guides, etc.) required.</li><li>Familiarity with AP style strongly desired.</li><li>Experience working in an omnichannel communications and marketing environment a plus.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Word, WordPress, Google Docs, Trello, Slack, and other communications-related software.</li><li>All remote and hybrid employees are required to have a stable and high-speed internet service provider in place prior to beginning work for ABC. Our distributed work force relies heavily on cloud technologies, Zoom, and other automations to successfully complete our day to day work. The ideal speeds are 30-40 Mbps for downloads and 10-15 Mbps for uploads.</li><li>You may be required to use your personal cell phone to access ABC systems remotely.</li><li>Authorized to work in the US or Permanent Resident</li><li>Background screening required</li></ol></div><div>Job Type</div><div>Full-time</div><div>Salary Description</div><div>Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience</div>

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<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;Title: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Writer/EditorSupervisor: &nbsp;Senior Writer/EditorLocation: Flexible/remote; preference for Washington, DC areaSalary: Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience Application Deadline: October 14, 2025 Position Summary: This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC). American Bird Conservancy is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit seeking employees with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a difference for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, ABC achieves lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet’s fragile climate. American Bird Conservancy is seeking a dynamic, skilled writer/editor to craft and refine engaging content about one of nature’s most threatened animal groups — wild birds — and ABC’s work to conserve them and their habitats across the Americas. This position researches, writes, and maintains accounts for ABC’s ever-growing Bird Library — a cornerstone of ABC’s website and other digital content — and supports other content writing needs, including web stories. The position will play a key role in expanding the reach and awareness of ABC, while also motivating people to take actions that benefit birds and advance ABC's mission, including fundraising, list growth, and advocacy. We’re seeking a creative and curious person who can also write accurate, persuasive prose while thinking imaginatively and innovating in the rapidly evolving digital content space. Well-qualified candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-productivity environment; enjoy working collaboratively with staff and external contacts; possess experience with and interest in conservation; and have a background in environmental topics and a passion for nature, conservation, and birds. The position reports to the Senior Writer/Editor within the ABC Communications &amp; Marketing team. Primary Duties:<ul><li>Research and write dynamic and scientifically accurate content for ABC’s Bird Library accounts. Work closely with ABC staff to gather and verify information.</li><li>Support the production of other content related to the Bird Library. Proofread related graphics, maps, emails, and other items as needed.</li><li>Serve as project manager for ABC's Bird Library, including asset and document maintenance. Support Bird Library content and governance strategy through an editorial calendar that includes regular reviews and fact-checking.</li><li>Report and write additional content as assigned.</li><li>Support ABC's Communications &amp; Marketing team with writing, editing, fact-checking, and proofreading content used in a digital ecosystem, including web, email, social media, digital advertising, and more.</li><li>Contribute to the generation of unrestricted revenue through helping to advance an effective omnichannel marketing and fundraising strategy.</li><li>Work closely with ABC staff and partners to stay informed and aware of ABC's work and impact.</li><li>Contribute to the further development of and adherence to ABC’s brand standards, organization-wide content strategy, and style guides.</li><li>Collaborate with other writers on staff.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Benefits: American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose. ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.<ul><li>Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, and employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, etc.</li><li>Paid vacation days (starting at 15 days annually and increasing to 20 days after 1 year of employment), paid holidays (including both US holidays and additional ABC holidays) and sick leave.&nbsp;</li><li>Lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel away from home where applicable.</li><li>Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.</li></ul> To Apply: Please apply online at Paylocity. Please submit a single PDF that includes your resume, a cover letter, and three writing samples, at least two of which are about birds (recommended word count: 800 - 1,500 words, per piece). If you have any difficulties uploading your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples then please send them as ONE document to HR@abcbirds.org * ABC aligns our compensation with local market rates to ensure internal equity and fairness across our distributed workforce. At American Bird Conservancy, we believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us more effective. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.&nbsp; As an equal opportunity employer, ABC is committed to ensuring that employees and applicants for employment have equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor unrelated to the requirements of the position.</div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ol><li>Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including proven ability to transform technical information into engaging content for a lay audience in such forms as website content.</li><li>Strong project management skills and ability to work as a team player. Familiarity with project management systems a plus.</li><li>BA/BS or MA/MS in Journalism, English, or related field, ideally with ornithology/environmental coursework or background.</li><li>At least 1-2 years of working in content development (editing/writing/proofreading), preferably for an environmental, science, or policy organization.</li><li>Knowledge of birds along with bird biology resources (e.g. Birds of the World, IUCN Red List, field guides, etc.) required.</li><li>Familiarity with AP style strongly desired.</li><li>Experience working in an omnichannel communications and marketing environment a plus.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Word, WordPress, Google Docs, Trello, Slack, and other communications-related software.</li><li>All remote and hybrid employees are required to have a stable and high-speed internet service provider in place prior to beginning work for ABC. Our distributed work force relies heavily on cloud technologies, Zoom, and other automations to successfully complete our day to day work. The ideal speeds are 30-40 Mbps for downloads and 10-15 Mbps for uploads.</li><li>You may be required to use your personal cell phone to access ABC systems remotely.</li><li>Authorized to work in the US or Permanent Resident</li><li>Background screening required</li></ol></div><div>Job Type</div><div>Full-time</div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;Title: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Writer/EditorSupervisor: &nbsp;Senior Writer/EditorLocation: Flexible/remote; preference for Washington, DC areaSalary: Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience Application Deadline: October 14, 2025 Position Summary: This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC). American Bird Conservancy is a fast-growing, results-focused nonprofit seeking employees with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to make a difference for birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, ABC achieves lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet’s fragile climate. American Bird Conservancy is seeking a dynamic, skilled writer/editor to craft and refine engaging content about one of nature’s most threatened animal groups — wild birds — and ABC’s work to conserve them and their habitats across the Americas. This position researches, writes, and maintains accounts for ABC’s ever-growing Bird Library — a cornerstone of ABC’s website and other digital content — and supports other content writing needs, including web stories. The position will play a key role in expanding the reach and awareness of ABC, while also motivating people to take actions that benefit birds and advance ABC's mission, including fundraising, list growth, and advocacy. We’re seeking a creative and curious person who can also write accurate, persuasive prose while thinking imaginatively and innovating in the rapidly evolving digital content space. Well-qualified candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-productivity environment; enjoy working collaboratively with staff and external contacts; possess experience with and interest in conservation; and have a background in environmental topics and a passion for nature, conservation, and birds. The position reports to the Senior Writer/Editor within the ABC Communications &amp; Marketing team. Primary Duties:<ul><li>Research and write dynamic and scientifically accurate content for ABC’s Bird Library accounts. Work closely with ABC staff to gather and verify information.</li><li>Support the production of other content related to the Bird Library. Proofread related graphics, maps, emails, and other items as needed.</li><li>Serve as project manager for ABC's Bird Library, including asset and document maintenance. Support Bird Library content and governance strategy through an editorial calendar that includes regular reviews and fact-checking.</li><li>Report and write additional content as assigned.</li><li>Support ABC's Communications &amp; Marketing team with writing, editing, fact-checking, and proofreading content used in a digital ecosystem, including web, email, social media, digital advertising, and more.</li><li>Contribute to the generation of unrestricted revenue through helping to advance an effective omnichannel marketing and fundraising strategy.</li><li>Work closely with ABC staff and partners to stay informed and aware of ABC's work and impact.</li><li>Contribute to the further development of and adherence to ABC’s brand standards, organization-wide content strategy, and style guides.</li><li>Collaborate with other writers on staff.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Benefits: American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose. ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.<ul><li>Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, and employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, etc.</li><li>Paid vacation days (starting at 15 days annually and increasing to 20 days after 1 year of employment), paid holidays (including both US holidays and additional ABC holidays) and sick leave.&nbsp;</li><li>Lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel away from home where applicable.</li><li>Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.</li></ul> To Apply: Please apply online at Paylocity. Please submit a single PDF that includes your resume, a cover letter, and three writing samples, at least two of which are about birds (recommended word count: 800 - 1,500 words, per piece). If you have any difficulties uploading your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples then please send them as ONE document to HR@abcbirds.org * ABC aligns our compensation with local market rates to ensure internal equity and fairness across our distributed workforce. At American Bird Conservancy, we believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills makes us more effective. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.&nbsp; As an equal opportunity employer, ABC is committed to ensuring that employees and applicants for employment have equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor unrelated to the requirements of the position.</div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ol><li>Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including proven ability to transform technical information into engaging content for a lay audience in such forms as website content.</li><li>Strong project management skills and ability to work as a team player. Familiarity with project management systems a plus.</li><li>BA/BS or MA/MS in Journalism, English, or related field, ideally with ornithology/environmental coursework or background.</li><li>At least 1-2 years of working in content development (editing/writing/proofreading), preferably for an environmental, science, or policy organization.</li><li>Knowledge of birds along with bird biology resources (e.g. Birds of the World, IUCN Red List, field guides, etc.) required.</li><li>Familiarity with AP style strongly desired.</li><li>Experience working in an omnichannel communications and marketing environment a plus.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Word, WordPress, Google Docs, Trello, Slack, and other communications-related software.</li><li>All remote and hybrid employees are required to have a stable and high-speed internet service provider in place prior to beginning work for ABC. Our distributed work force relies heavily on cloud technologies, Zoom, and other automations to successfully complete our day to day work. The ideal speeds are 30-40 Mbps for downloads and 10-15 Mbps for uploads.</li><li>You may be required to use your personal cell phone to access ABC systems remotely.</li><li>Authorized to work in the US or Permanent Resident</li><li>Background screening required</li></ol></div><div>Job Type</div><div>Full-time</div><div>Salary Description</div><div>Estimated at $60,500*; Based on experience</div>

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