Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pocket-lint is a leading authority on consumer technology, digital entertainment, and personal hardware. The Freelance Tech Writer will produce feature stories and feed content covering consumer devices, A/V gear, physical media, and apps, while pitching original ideas, collaborating with editors, and uploading formatted content to the CMS.
Responsibilities
- Write high-quality feed articles and feature stories covering consumer tech, hardware, apps, and entertainment setups
- Focus coverage on core categories: smartphones, tablets, laptops, Smart TVs, A/V gear, physical media, and apps
- Pitch original, practical feature concepts, opinion pieces, and device roundups regularly
- Turn around clean, engaging content quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Upload drafts directly into our custom CMS, format images, and follow house style guidelines
- Work directly with editors on assignments, pitch feedback, and content strategy
Skills
- Proven experience writing tech features, consumer guides, or hardware content in English
- Strong familiarity with smartphones, laptops, Smart TVs, A/V hardware, physical media formats, and major app ecosystems
- Ability to break down specs and tech trends into clear, engaging, human-sounding advice for everyday readers
- Basic understanding of SEO practices and comfort working within a digital CMS platform
- A self-starter attitude with a drive to pitch relevant, timely feature topics independently
- Strict adherence to Valnet's Editorial Standards, including a zero-tolerance policy for Artificial Intelligence (AI) writing tools
- Your CV and a cover letter telling us why you want to write for Pocket-lint
- At least 2-3 tech articles you've written that demonstrate your writing abilities
- Links to your social profiles or portfolio
- This position will operate on a remote basis within the U.S
Benefits
- Competitive per-story compensation.
- Flexible schedule.
- Remote position to work from a location of your choice.
- Exposure to Pocket-lint’s massive audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.
- Long-term growth paths, including training workshops and potential for fixed base roles.
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