How-to Geek - News Writer

<p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis. Applicants must be located in the US or Canada.</em></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Are you an experienced tech writer with a knack for cutting through the noise and getting to the point fast? Do you keep up with the latest developments across PC hardware, operating systems, software, and emerging tech?</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>How-To Geek</strong> is looking for <strong>News Writers</strong> to cover timely, informative technology news in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The How-To Geek team closely follows the tech industry, publishing news, explainers, tips, and guides that help readers understand how technology works and why it matters. Our coverage spans a wide range of consumer and enthusiast tech topics, from hardware launches to software updates and emerging platforms.</span></span></p><h3><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Coverage Areas Include:</strong></u></span></span></h3><ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/pc-hardware/">PC Hardware</a> (Networking, Storage and NAS, Components, Peripherals)</span></span></em></li><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/operating-systems/">Operating Systems</a> (Windows, Linux)</span></span></em></li><li><em><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/software/"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Software and Applications</span></span></a></em></li><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/category/mobile/">Mobile</a> (Android, iPhone, Carriers)</span></span></em></li><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/new-tech/">New Tech</a> (Hobbies, Smart Home, Homelab, SBCs, Cutting Edge)</span></span></em></li><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/streaming/">Streaming</a> (Content, Platforms, Audio/Video)</span></span></em></li><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/category/automotive/">Automotive</a> </span></span></em></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></u></span></span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to contribute reliably and consistently under tight deadlines</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Stay up to date on the latest technology news, product launches, and updates</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Coordinate with the editorial team for assignments and feedback</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Input work into our in-house CMS according to editorial guidelines</span></span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Application Requirements:</strong></u></span></span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>CV</strong></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Cover Letter</strong> (tell us why you want to write for How-To Geek!)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>2–3 tech news articles</strong> that demonstrate your writing ability</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Applicants must have a self-starter attitude and possess the following:</strong></u></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Relevant experience writing and editing in English</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to think analytically and clearly explain why a news story matters</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong familiarity with one or more of the coverage areas listed above</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to work within a US time zone</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>The hiring team at How-To Geek will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you’d make a solid addition to the team. <strong>Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.</strong></em></span></span></p>

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