Editor, Tech & Science (ExtremeTech)

5 Months ago • 3-4 Years • Editorial

Job Summary

Job Description

ExtremeTech seeks a skilled editor and writer to expand its science and tech coverage, focusing on PC gaming, hardware, and software. Responsibilities include writing 2-3 articles daily on PC hardware, chips, and semiconductors; working with freelance writers, editing their articles, and providing feedback; editing 2-3 stories daily; identifying story opportunities; participating in editorial meetings; and programming the site and newsletters. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, has demonstrated writing experience at a major tech publication, and is a skilled editor with meticulous organizational skills.
Must have:
  • 3-4 years writing experience
  • Extensive tech knowledge
  • Excellent editing skills
  • Headline writing and story packaging skills
  • SEO and CMS familiarity
  • Daily article writing (2-3)
  • Freelance writer management
  • Story idea generation
Good to have:
  • Data visualization skills
  • Image editing skills
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • Company-sponsored insurance
  • Flexible vacation
  • Charitable giving programs
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401k with match
  • ESPP
  • Wellness programs
  • Hybrid/Remote work

Job Details

Description

Position at Consumer Tech

About The Company :
 
Ziff Davis (listed on NASDAQ: ZD), is a growing collective of global media brands, each providing a unique perspective on a unified belief that tech is today’s lifestyle. We specialize in creating content, building tools, and offering unique insights that enable our audience to use technology for personal advancement in all areas of their lives.
 
ExtremeTech, a unit of Ziff Davis, is the world's top destination for news and analysis of emerging science and technology trends, software, hardware, and gadgets. If you need to know how the chips hum, the galaxies swirl, and the robots move, you’re in the right place. Our team is dedicated to excellence, independence, and trust, which ensure that we always deliver high-quality journalism.
 
Job Summary:
 
ExtremeTech is seeking a skilled and dynamic editor and writer to help drive and expand our science and tech coverage and analysis.
  • We’re looking for an experienced writer interested in covering PC gaming, hardware components, game consoles, operating systems, and software. 
  • You’ll also be assisting in editing a team of freelance writers covering space, science, defense, energy, phones, consumer electronics, deals and commerce, and other hot technology topics.
  • The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, has demonstrated technology writing experience, and is a skilled editor with meticulous organizational skills. This role will report to the editor-in-chief.
Responsibilities:
  • Write 2-3 articles per day covering the latest developments in PC hardware, chips, components, and the semiconductor industry as a whole.
  • Work with contributors to ensure assignments are turned in on time, edit their articles, provide feedback, and ensure queries are answered.
  • Edit 2-3 stories daily, including authoritative news and analysis, deep dives, and how-to pieces.
  • Identify new story opportunities using data and audience analytics.
  • Participate in daily editorial meetings.
  • Programming the site and newsletters.
 
Qualifications:
  • At least 3-4 years of writing experience and some editing experience at a major tech publication.
  • Expansive knowledge across various science and technology categories, including PC hardware and software, phones, and space and science news.
  • Intimate knowledge of grammar and style, and a quick ability to make rough copy shine.
  • Proven headline writing and story packaging chops.
  • You should be able to generate ideas about how to broaden and expand our coverage and make a plan to turn those ideas into impactful stories.
  • A familiarity with SEO and knowledge of popular search optimization tools, but you also understand how to package a story to engage and delight your audience.
  • You should be comfortable using a CMS, image editing apps and tools, and data visualization programs.
  • We are a remote workplace, but you must be able to work 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM ET on weekdays.
  • We are seeking individuals located in Canada, who are flexible working on U.S. holidays.
Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter. Please tell us what makes you the perfect candidate for this role. 
 
Our Benefits:
  • Competitive salaries
  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance (including domestic partner coverage) + pet insurance
  • Flexible Vacation / Paid Time Off
  • Charitable Giving Programs that include Paid Time Off to volunteer and donation matches
  • Family Planning Programs like MAVEN Fertility Concierge
  • Paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
  • 401K savings plan with employer match
  • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
  • Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement, Lose It! and Calm subscriptions
  • Hybrid, Remote, and Flexible work arrangements
  • Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can collaborate with teams across the company while making an impact in the areas that most excite you! 
Ziff Davis is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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