How-to Geek - Tech Copy Editor

Valnet Tech Sites; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading tech advice platform is seeking a freelance Copy Editor to ensure high-quality content across a range of topics. The ideal candidate should have experience in copy editing, a strong understanding of consumer tech, and be familiar with editorial styles. This remote position requires a detail-oriented individual passionate about technology. Responsibilities include editing articles and collaborating with writers to uphold content standards.

Qualifications

• Professional experience copy editing digital content, ideally tech related.
• Strong knowledge across consumer tech categories required.
• Comfortable using a CMS and adapting to editorial styles.

Responsibilities

• Copy edit and proofread various articles including how-tos and reviews.
• Schedule and prepare articles for publication.
• Maintain content standards and enforce editorial style.

Skills

Copy editing digital content

Strong knowledge of consumer tech

Working in a CMS

Familiar with AP style

Job description

Overview

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis. Candidates must reside in the U.S. or Canada, or in countries within a few hours of the EST time zone.

How-To Geek is looking for a freelance Copy Editor with a sharp eye for detail and a deep love for technology. If you stay up to date on the latest in PCs, mobile devices, smart home tech, streaming platforms, and everything in between, we want to hear from you!

About Us: How-To Geek is a trusted destination for practical tech advice, how-tos, tutorials, and reviews. Our mission is to help people make sense of technology, whether that’s choosing the right hardware, troubleshooting issues, or getting more from their favorite apps and devices.

What You’ll Do

• Copy edit and proofread a wide range of articles, including how-tos, explainers, reviews, and news
• Schedule and prepare edited articles for publication in CMS
• Ensure articles are clear, accurate, and accessible to a broad tech audience
• Work with writers and editors to maintain high content standards, format guidelines and enforce our editorial style

What We’re Looking For

• Professional experience copy editing digital content (tech specific experience required)
• Strong knowledge across consumer tech categories
• Comfortable working in a complex CMS
• Familiar with AP style (or similar) and able to adapt to an in-house guide
• Part-time or full-time availability on a freelance basis
• Based in the U.S., Canada, or a time zone close to EST

Application Requirements

• CV
• Cover Letter (tell us why you’d be a good fit!)
• Links to your portfolio or previous work on a tech site (tech content mandatory)

The hiring team will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team. Only applications containing relevant editing experience will be considered.