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California Energy Commission

Chief Editor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$7.4K - $9.3K/mo

Chief Editor Classification: INFORMATION OFFICER II $7,498.00 - $9,317.00 New to State candidates ... Interest in energy and energy climate change issues. Benefits Benefit information can be found on ...

Asuep

Climate, Environment & Water Reporter

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Climate, Environment & Water Reporter, Newswell You will join the Santa Barbara News-Press as a ... Work with editors and colleagues to adapt reporting for different platforms * Present at periodic ...

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How much do climate editor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for climate editor in California is $63,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,300.00 and $71,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a climate editor?

As a Climate Editor, your days often involve reviewing and commissioning articles, collaborating closely with writers, scientists, and policy experts, and ensuring all published content meets editorial and scientific standards. You’ll regularly research emerging topics, assign stories, edit drafts for clarity and accuracy, and select compelling visuals or data graphics. Team meetings to brainstorm new coverage angles or project ideas are common, and you may participate in multi-departmental collaborations for special features or breaking news coverage. This role combines content oversight with hands-on editing and creative strategy to engage readers around climate issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the climate editor position?

A Climate Editor should possess strong journalistic skills, expertise in environmental science or climate policy, and a relevant degree in journalism, communications, or environmental studies. Familiarity with content management systems, fact-checking tools, and data visualization platforms is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, editorial judgment, and the ability to work well under deadline pressure are valuable soft skills. These competencies are crucial for accurately presenting complex climate topics to diverse audiences and leading high-impact editorial projects.

What does a climate editor do?

A Climate Editor oversees coverage of climate-related topics, ensuring accurate, engaging, and informative content. They work with writers, researchers, and multimedia teams to produce articles, reports, and features on climate science, policy, and environmental issues. Their role includes fact-checking, refining narratives, and making complex information accessible to the public. They may also collaborate with experts and stay updated on climate trends to guide editorial direction.

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Infographic showing various Climate Editor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,193 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

Contract Opinion & Features Editor

Trellis Group

Oakland, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Location: Remote (United States)
Engagement Type: Independent contractor (freelance), part-time (approx. 65-70 hours per month).
Term: Initial three-month engagement with the option to renew by mutual agreement.
Compensation: Monthly retainer of $4,000 to $5,000, depending on experience. As an independent contractor, you'll invoice for your work, be responsible for your own taxes and insurance, and won't be eligible for employee benefits.

Shape the Stories Driving a More Sustainable Future

Trellis brings together the people, ideas and organizations driving the transition to a more sustainable economy. From Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we use trusted journalism, industry-leading events and executive peer networks to help organizations build relationships, exchange ideas and turn insight into action.

We're looking for an experienced freelance editor to help produce the stories that matter most to sustainability leaders. You'll publish high-impact opinion pieces by recruiting, commissioning and editing thought leaders in academia, nonprofits, policy and the private sector. You’ll also work with our talented in-house writers to sharpen ideas, strengthen reporting and turn ambitious drafts into compelling, publication-ready journalism.

About the Engagement

As Opinion & Features Editor, you'll provide ongoing editorial support on a recurring, part-time basis. Responsibilities include:

  • Commission, edit and produce 8-12 opinion pieces monthly from our existing roster of sustainability thought leaders.  
  • Identify and add new high-value contributors to our roster.
  • Edit feature stories from our two staff writers, likely one story per writer per month. 
  • Attend meetings with the editorial team as required, likely at least once weekly.
  • Serve as a back-up editor and producer in the event of staff absences for Trellis Briefing, our email newsletter that goes out Monday through Thursday.

You decide how, when and where you complete the work, subject to mutually agreed deadlines and editorial standards, and you're free to work with other clients. The engagement will average approximately 65-70 hours per month and is open to editors located anywhere in the United States.

QualificationsRequired
  • 5+ years editing experience at a respected media organization.
  • Experience commissioning and managing freelance contributors.
  • Excellent editorial judgment across accuracy, sourcing, structure and voice.
  • Passion for working with subject-matter experts, most of whom are not trained writers, to create high-impact copy.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and consistently deliver high-quality work on agreed timelines.
Preferred
  • Knowledge of issues, companies and individuals in sustainability, climate, ESG, clean energy or related industries.
  • Business journalism experience.
Application Process

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. To apply, please:

  1. Share your resume.
  2. Suggest three thought leaders you would seek to add to Trellis’ roster of contributors, should you be appointed to this role. For each potential new contributor, explain why they would elevate Trellis’ editorial output. (We are not looking for journalists; suitable contributors are well-placed experts from companies, academia, nonprofits, policy and other areas.)

After review of these materials, a subset of applicants will be asked to complete a short editing test and join an interview.


 

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