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Senior Editor

American Alpine Journal - Contract

at The American Alpine Club

Reports To: AAJ Editor-in-Chief

Location: Remote

Salary Range: $40 – $45 per hour / Average of 30 hours per month

Duration: November 2026 – April 2027

This role is a part-time contract position assisting the American Alpine Journal’s (AAJ) Editor-in-Chief with all aspects of planning, editing, and producing the 2027 edition, as well as the AAJ website, the AAJ’s e-newsletter (The Line), and other channels. This is an excellent opportunity for a freelance editor or former publication staffer who loves climbing news and mountain journalism, and who aims to get their foot in the door of the world’s leading journal of alpinism and mountain exploration. Upon successful completion of the contract, this contract is renewable, with potentially expanded scope and compensation.

Duties: Under this agreement, the Senior Editor will perform the following duties for, and on behalf of, the AAC, under the direction of the AAJ Editor-in-Chief. All services to be performed shall be done in a timely and professional manner in accordance with an agreement and all applicable laws and regulations. Such services include, without limitation:

• Reporting, editing, and fact-checking expedition reports
• Editing longer articles in collaboration with volunteer climber-writers and the Editor-in-Chief
• Researching for the AAJ, Cutting Edge podcast, and other AAJ channels
• Collecting and preparing photos and captions for publication
• Uploading and editing online stories
• Additional duties as assigned by the AAJ Editor-in-Chief

You are a strong fit for this role if you have:

• Extensive climbing experience and knowledge (especially in alpinism and mountaineering)
• A commitment to the AAC mission, and model our core values at all times
• Deep knowledge and love of climbing history
• A track record of reporting and editing climbing news or similar specialty news
• Proven ability to edit longer-form articles for publication
• Experience with planning and layout in print publications in collaboration with an art director
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple project deadlines simultaneously.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environment and adapt to feedback and constructive criticism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work well on a team and across departments, and with external contractors, and climbers (including people with limited English skills)
• Experience and comfort working within and meeting deadlines
• Competency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign), G Suite, Slack

How to Apply

All who love the AAC mission are encouraged to apply. Apply online.

Qualified applications receive consideration without regard to gender, religion, sex life, skin color, first language, size and ability of body, or friends in high places. If you love our mission and are good at what you do, come as you are.

About the AAC

Founded in 1902, the American Alpine Club (AAC) envisions a united community of competent climbers and healthy climbing landscapes. For more than a century, the AAC has built relationships with conservation-minded organizations and government agencies, funded and documented some of the world’s most significant climbs—including historic expeditions to K2 (1939 and ‘53), the first ascent of Hidden Peak (’58), the first American summit of Mount Everest (‘63), and Antarctica’s Mount Vinson (‘66)—and connected climbers from a variety of backgrounds. Founding members include many early female climbers and suffragists, like Annie Peck and Fanny Bullock Workman. For over 100 years, climbers have come together and found their place at the AAC. Today, the AAC has before it the opportunity to push the needle and reimagine what community means among climbers. Banding together as a collective of patient, collaborative, problem-solving climbers, we’re up for the challenge.

Originally posted on Himalayas

Job Description:

Overview

RMI is seeking a Senior Editor with a journalistic background and a strong portfolio of editing, writing, and storytelling skills, with topical expertise in the areas of energy, the energy transition, and climate.

As a member of the Strategic Communications Team, the Senior Editor serves as a strategic editorial partner to program experts, communications colleagues, and organizational leaders. Reporting to RMI's managing editor, this role combines exceptional editorial craft with the ability to shape narratives, develop thought leadership content, advise on content strategy, and strengthen audience engagement across RMI's communications portfolio.

The Senior Editor works across programs, operations, design, marketing, development, web, social, and with external partners to create compelling, audience-centered content that advances RMI's mission and influence. This role requires strong editorial judgment, deep curiosity, and the ability to translate complex technical analysis into accessible and engaging stories that resonate with diverse audiences.

The ideal candidate is an experienced editor and storyteller who thrives in collaborative environments, demonstrates strong strategic thinking, and is passionate about accelerating the clean energy transition.

What You'll Do

Editorial Leadership & Content Development

• Develop, edit, and produce high-impact content including research reports, articles, newsletters, op-eds, annual reports, profiles, executive communications, and long-form features.

• Partner with subject matter experts to transform complex technical analysis into compelling and actionable narratives.

• Research, report, write, and edit original content about energy and the energy transition.

• Ensure content consistently meets high standards of accuracy, clarity, accessibility, editorial quality, and audience relevance.

• Help establish and uphold editorial standards and best practices across content formats and channels.

Narrative Development, Storytelling & Thought Leadership

• Partner with program teams and communications colleagues to shape narrative approaches and editorial strategies for major reports, campaigns, initiatives, and thought leadership efforts, identifying strong storytelling opportunities.

• Advise colleagues and subject matter experts on message development, narrative framing, content structure, and storytelling approaches.

• Translate technical research and policy insights into audience-centered stories that support influence and engagement goals.

• Identify emerging trends, conversations, and storytelling opportunities across energy, technology, finance, policy, and policy sectors.

• Contribute to the development of integrated content strategies that support communications, policy, market, and organizational objectives.

Audience Engagement & Content Performance

• Apply audience-centered communications principles to develop content for policymakers, business leaders, technical experts, funders, journalists, and broader public audiences.

• Use audience insights, engagement metrics, and content performance data to inform editorial decisions, improve storytelling effectiveness, and refine content approaches.

• Partner with colleagues across digital, marketing, and analytics functions to identify opportunities for greater audience reach and engagement.

• Ensure digital content meets editorial, accessibility, usability, and SEO standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Content Integration

• Collaborate closely with communications, marketing, design, web, development, events, social media, and program teams to deliver integrated content experiences ensuring consistency of narrative and audience experience.

• Work effectively with external partners, freelancers, vendors, and consultants to support content development and production.

• Support recurring content products, including newsletters and editorial series, while continuously improving audience engagement and performance.

Mentorship & Editorial Advisory

• Mentor and coach colleagues, communications professionals, and subject matter experts in writing, storytelling, editorial processes, and content development.

• Serve as a trusted editorial advisor to program teams and communications partners

• Provide expertise, institutional knowledge, and editorial best practices to strengthen content quality and storytelling capabilities across the organization.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English, public affairs, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• 8+ years of professional experience in journalism, editing, writing, communications, content strategy, publishing, or related field.

• Exceptional writing, editing, reporting, and storytelling skills.

• Demonstrated experience translating complex technical, scientific, policy, or research-based content into compelling narratives.

• Experience developing thought leadership content and audience-centered communications strategies.

• Strong understanding of content strategy, audience engagement, and storytelling.

• Experience working with subject matter experts and senior leaders to develop high-quality communications products.

• Ability to use audience insights, engagement metrics, and content performance data to inform editorial decisions.

• Strong collaboration, stakeholder management, project management, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent judgment, curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.

• Passion for RMI's mission and commitment to accelerating climate and energy solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience covering or working in climate, clean energy, sustainability, policy, climate finance, industry, mobility, buildings, electricity, or related sectors.

• Experience at a newsroom, trade publication, nonprofit, research organization, content studio, or communications agency.

• Experience supporting executive communications and high-profile thought leadership initiatives.

• Familiarity with WordPress or other content management systems.

• Experience with multimedia and digital storytelling formats, including video, audio, social media, photography, and interactive content.

• Ability to interpret and communicate data through charts, graphics, and visual storytelling.

• Experience working with distributed teams, external partners, and freelance contributors.

• Familiarity with SEO principles and digital content optimization.

Location

We are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. We welcome candidates from across the US who can participate in meetings scheduled during US Eastern and European time zones. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado. This role can be located from anywhere in the continental United States.

We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.

We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.

Compensation    

RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, a new Senior Associate joins at the minimum to mid salary range of $73,567 - $90,683. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!  

Benefits     

We offer an array of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 403b retirement match with immediate vesting
• Group life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability
• Optional voluntary life, AD&D and accident plans
• Health savings or flexible spending accounts
• Fertility and hormonal health support
• Mental health and wellness support
• Comprehensive leaves of absence (including generous parental leave)
• Generous paid time off and sick leave
• Paid sabbatical leave
• Regional holidays with at least one extended break in each geography
• Work from home and home technology allowances
• Learning & development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning and an annual individual professional development budget)
• Potential for bonuses and merit increases
• Discount marketplace (gym memberships, pet insurance, etc.)
• Hybrid / remote work options
• Team retreats and geographic meetups
• Rewards and recognition programs

Diversity

We know that the diversity of our teams makes us stronger as an organization, and RMI is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity as outlined in U.S. federal law. We prohibit discrimination against applicants, interns, and employees on the basis of any legally recognized basis, including but not limited to: age (40 and over), race, color, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender expression/identity, uniformed service member status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other applicable status protected by applicable law.

RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Originally posted on Himalayas