MakeUseOf - News Writer

Valnet Tech Sites; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MakeUseOf is seeking an experienced tech news writer for a remote freelance role. You will cover timely technology news across PC hardware, software, and digital entertainment, with deadlines and SEO in mind.

You’ll input content into our CMS and coordinate with editors, delivering clear, concise analysis for a broad audience. Applicants should have English tech writing experience, the ability to contextualize updates for average users, and familiarity with the platform coverage areas.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience writing and editing tech content in English.
• Ability to contextualize complex updates for the average user.
• Strong familiarity with tech coverage areas (PC hardware, software, digital entertainment).
• Ability to work and coordinate within US time zones.

Responsibilities

• Contribute reliably under tight, news-cycle deadlines.
• Stay ahead of latest technology news, product launches, and ecosystem updates.
• Coordinate with editorial team for assignments and feedback.
• Input work into in-house CMS according to editorial and SEO guidelines.

Skills

Tech news writing

English writing

Time-zone coordination

Critical thinking

Tools

CMS platforms

SEO basics

Job description

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis. Applicants must be located in the US or Canada.

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, software, and the ever-evolving world of digital entertainment?

MakeUseOf is looking for News Writers to cover timely, informative technology news in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Coverage Areas Include:

• PC & Mobile: Laptops, desktops, smartphones (Android/iPhone), tablets, and peripherals.
• Technical: Networking, privacy, security, Linux, and "under-the-hood" hardware analysis.
• Software: Operating systems (Windows/macOS), productivity apps, web services, and AI tools.
• Screen: Streaming platforms, gaming consoles, TV hardware, and digital entertainment trends.
• Home: Smart home devices, IoT, homelab setups, and home office technology.

Job Responsibilities:

• Contribute reliably and consistently under tight, news-cycle deadlines.
• Stay ahead of the latest technology news, product launches, and ecosystem updates.
• Coordinate with the editorial team for assignments and constructive feedback.
• Input work into our in-house CMS according to editorial and SEO guidelines.

Application Requirements:

• CV Cover Letter (Tell us why you’re the right fit for the MakeUseOf voice!)
• 2–3 tech news articles that demonstrate your writing ability and analytical perspective.
• Applicants must be self-starters and possess the following:
  • Relevant experience writing and editing tech content in English.
  • The ability to contextualize complex updates and explain their impact on the average user.
  • Strong familiarity with one or more of the coverage areas listed above.
  • Ability to work and coordinate within a US time zone.

The hiring team at MakeUseOf will reach out as soon as possible if we think you’d make a solid addition to the team.

Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.