Compose.ly

Environmental YouTube Script Writer

Compose.ly

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $30 - $38 per hour

About the role

  • Conduct in-depth research on environmental and scientific topics, including reviewing academic papers and technical sources
  • Translate complex scientific findings into digestible, engaging content for a general audience
  • Write long-form YouTube scripts (~3,000–4,000 words) optimized for viewer retention
  • Incorporate storytelling techniques to maintain engagement (“writing for retention”)
  • Collaborate with the client to refine scripts and incorporate feedback
  • Adapt tone to include light humor or engaging elements where appropriate
  • Stay current with internet culture and trends to ensure relevance for target audiences
  • Work with SMEs or other collaborators when needed

Requirements

  • Proven experience in science communication, environmental writing, or related fields
  • Strong research skills with the ability to interpret and simplify technical material
  • Experience writing for YouTube or other video platforms preferred
  • Understanding of audience retention strategies and digital storytelling
  • Ability to write for millennial and Gen Z audiences (“digitally native” voice)
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Background in environmental science or a related field (preferred but not required)
  • Familiarity with internet culture and trends
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
science communicationenvironmental writingresearch skillswriting for YouTubeaudience retention strategiesdigital storytellingsimplifying technical material
Soft Skills
strong communication skillscollaboration skillsability to adapt toneengagement techniques