Freelance Writing Energy & Utilities Jobs
Find freelance writing jobs in the Energy & Utilities industry on Scripted.
- Oil & Gas
- Coal
- Solar Power
- Electrical Grids
- Wind Power
- Power Plants
- Pollution
- Conservation
- Septic Systems
- Water Plants
- Nuclear Power
- Batteries & Batter Power
- Alternative Energy
- Desalination Plants
- Blackouts & Brownouts
- Grid Scale Storage
- Renewable Energy
- Windmills
- Clean Energy
- Natural Gas
- Water Quality
- Recycling
- Sustainability
Creating your optimal profile in Energy and Environment writing
If you're looking to break into Energy and Environment writing, Scripted can help. When you sign up for Scripted, you'll create a profile that showcases your writing skills and tells Energy and Environment clients what you're passionate about writing. To set yourself up for success, we recommend including the following in your profile:
- A strong headline that grabs attention
- An engaging bio that tells Energy and Environment clients who you are and what you're passionate about
- A portfolio of your Energy and Environment writing samples
- Links to your Energy and Environment blog or website (if you have one)
- A professional-looking bio photo
We also recommend including keywords about leading industry concepts like:
- Environmental issues
- Alternative energy
- Environmental journalism
- Environmental writer
- Environmental protection
By taking the time to create a strong profile, you'll be more likely to attract Energy and Environment freelance writing jobs that are a good fit for you.
How to create long-term relationships with Energy and Environment clients on Scripted
Once you've landed an Energy and Environment writing job on Scripted, your goal should be to build a long-term relationship with the client. To do this, we recommend the following:
- Deliver quality Energy and Environment content that meets or exceeds the client's expectations.
- Communicate with the client regularly to ask questions and get clarification on assignments.
- Ask for client feedback on how you're doing and what you could do better.
By developing a solid relationship with an Energy and Environment client, you'll be more likely to get repeat work and higher-paying assignments.
Developing skills in Energy and Environment freelance writing jobs is also a powerful way to build your reputation as a highly-skilled freelance writer.
The Benefit of SmartMatch for Energy and Environment writers on Scripted
Our SmartMatch technology makes it easy for Energy and Environment clients to find the best freelance writers for their needs. All you need to do is wait for the latest job alert and then decide whether you want to accept the offer.
The job alert will include all relevant details, including the pay rate and what the Energy and Environment client is looking for.
If you're interested in the job, simply click "Start Job," and you'll be able to start writing right away. If not, you can decline the job and continue waiting for Energy and Environment job alerts that are a better fit for you.
How to create pitches to win Energy and Environment jobs
Once you've found an Energy and Environment job you're interested in, it's time to create a pitch. To increase your chances of winning the job, we recommend the following:
- Tailor your pitch to the specific Energy and Environment client and job
- Highlight your Energy and Environment writing experience and subject matter expertise
- Include links that demonstrate a deep understanding of environmental topics
These tips will help you stand out as an exceptional writer and give you a better chance of winning Energy and Environment writing jobs.
Set Prices Your Knowledge and Experience Deserve
When you pitch an idea on Scripted, you get to set a price that you believe is fair to the client and your
experience. Clients can even send you an additional tip to reward you for excellent work.
Every project has a minimum price that ensures writers get paid a fair amount. You always control how much
you charge, but the minimum prevents writers from drastically undercutting each other for jobs.
Work as Much or as Little as You Want
Some writers at Scripted use the platform to earn a little extra money. Others rely on it as their main
source of income.
You can use Scripted to write as much or as little as you want. As a freelance writer, you control your schedule.
Quick Payments for Accepted Projects
Scripted partners with Stripe to get money in your bank account quickly. You can usually expect payments
to reach your account within three to five days after your client accepts the project, depending on your
Writer Tier.
Scripted's platform lets you track all of your projects and payments through a convenient dashboard.
Manage All of Your Clients From One Dashboard
As a freelance writer, staying organized can be a big challenge. As a Scripted writer you can manage all your customers, jobs, and pitches in one dashboard so you know what to prioritize and what stage every job is in. Each job is placed in one of these four stages:
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Proposals – pitches that clients are still considering.
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Writing – assignments with upcoming deadlines.
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Editing – projects in the editing stage before they get sent to clients.
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Ready for Review – jobs now in clients' hands ready for acceptance.
You can also use the Scripted dashboard to manage your Writer Portfolio, writing samples, payments, and job invitations.
Support From Scripted Team of Professionals
At some point, every writer runs into a situation they don't know how to handle. Perhaps a client demands
something outrageous, or you're not sure how to answer a question about billing.
Scripted has a support staff of professionals waiting to address your issue as quickly as possible. Just
reach out to Scripted Support to get your question answered. You'll get a friendly, helpful response ASAP.
Become a Scripted Writer
Start your application to begin finding writing jobs on Scripted. Once you create an account and submit your application, an editor will review your credentials to determine whether you have the skills necessary to join a platform of talented, hard-working writers. You don't necessarily need a lot of experience. Show that you're an excellent researcher and writer to get started. We look forward to welcoming you to the Scripted team!
Work with Great Companies
All Scripted writers have the opportunity to work with all these great companies (and many more!)
Frequently Asked Questions
We can't wait to open up Scripted to writers of every language, but unfortunately Scripted is English language only at this time.
Applications are reviewed every Friday. So if you've submitted on anytime before Friday, you'll hear back from us that week. Applications submitted on Friday are reviewed with the next week's batch.
Right now, Scripted is only accepting applications from the US and Canada. In March 2021, we'll be opening up to Europe. We intend to continue opening up the application process to the rest of the world throughout the year, so be sure to check back with us often!
You'll receive an email from us notifying you of the results and welcoming you aboard! From there, we'll help you with getting started on the platform, updating your portfolio and matching you with clients. In March 2021, all newly accepted writers will be required to attend a webinar on best practices on the platform. From there, you're free to start working on content and earning money!
We're not currently accepting reapplications at this time, due to high volume. But that may change in the future, so please check back with us from time to time!
You can always reach out to us with any questions here. We're happy to help!
Hear From Scripted Writers
- Oil & Gas
- Coal
- Solar Power
- Electrical Grids
- Wind Power
- Power Plants
- Pollution
- Conservation
- Septic Systems
- Water Plants
- Nuclear Power
- Batteries & Batter Power
- Alternative Energy
- Desalination Plants
- Blackouts & Brownouts
- Grid Scale Storage
- Renewable Energy
- Windmills
- Clean Energy
- Natural Gas
- Water Quality
- Recycling
- Sustainability