CNN Weather & Climate is seeking a digital-first senior writer to grow our coverage of the weather, space and the forces that shape our world.
You’ll develop and write beautiful features across several platforms, create engaging on-demand videos, and work with our other experts to delight our audience with science and nature.
This writer will collaborate closely with meteorologists, climate reporters, visual journalists and video producers to create distinctive, multi-platform storytelling.
They will help establish CNN Weather as a destination not only for forecasts and extreme weather coverage, but for curiosity-driven exploration of the living planet and the space environment around it.
Finally, this person must embody the CNN Weather & Climate team’s ethos — we are looking for a self-motivated, team-oriented collaborator who takes pride in their craft, values diverse perspectives and elevates colleagues.

Requirements

At least 7–10 years of digital writing experience in science, space, climate or environmental journalism
Demonstrated ability to write compelling, accessible explainers about complex scientific topics
Strong news judgment and ability to identify stories with broad national relevance
Experience working with scientific studies, research institutions or subject-matter experts
Comfort interpreting data, scientific papers and technical briefings
Excellent storytelling instincts, including narrative structure and voice
Experience collaborating with visual and video teams
Strong headline-writing skills that spark curiosity without sacrificing credibility
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines
Exceptional written and spoken English
A college degree or equivalent experience; degree in science or related field preferred but not required

Benefits

health insurance coverage
an employee wellness program
life and disability insurance
a retirement savings plan
paid holidays and sick time
vacation

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital writingscience journalismclimate journalismenvironmental journalismstorytellingheadline writingdata interpretationscientific researchvideo productionmulti-platform storytelling

Soft Skills

collaborationself-motivationteam-orientedpride in craftvaluing diverse perspectivesstrong news judgmentability to manage multiple projectsmeeting deadlinesexcellent communicationstorytelling instincts

Certifications

college degreedegree in science or related field