Product Writer & Reviewer, Wired

Conde Nast; New York (NY); Remote; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative media company is seeking a Product Writer & Reviewer to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity involves testing and reviewing a variety of consumer technology products, from laptops to gaming gear. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills and a passion for technology, ensuring that content resonates with the audience's needs. As part of a collaborative team, you will have the chance to influence product recommendations and engage readers with insightful content. If you are enthusiastic about technology and skilled in writing, this role offers a fantastic platform to showcase your expertise and creativity.

Benefits

Generous Employee Benefits Package

Discretionary Bonus Compensation

Qualifications

• Experience writing consumer-focused product reviews and guides.
• Ability to apply SEO and commerce linking best practices.

Responsibilities

• Write reviews, buying guides, and news coverage for consumer products.
• Research trends and optimize affiliate linking for revenue.

Skills

Product Review Writing

SEO Best Practices

Research Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Related Field

Tools

Content Management Systems

Analytics Tools

Job description

Product Writer & Reviewer, Wired

Product Writer & Reviewer, Wired

Location: New York, NY

WIRED is seeking a Product Writer and Reviewer to test, review, and write about consumer products. A writer in this role will focus on products across several categories that will be assigned based on the candidate’s experience and the company’s business needs. While WIRED reviews everything from linen sheets to Aeropress coffee makers, this role will be focused on traditional technology. We are seeking someone to lead our coverage of subjects like laptops and computing, gaming, monitors, keyboards, and the like.

Responsibilities:

• The Product Writer will write a mix of reviews, buying guides, how-tos, deals roundups, and newsy product announcement coverage. They will also pitch ideas for strategically expanding our library of related content. The ideal candidate will be a conversational writer who's confident and diligent when reviewing products and can describe the pros and cons of any given item with conviction. Content should be resonant with WIRED’s voice.
• Research to ensure that product choices are on-trend, on-brand, and up-to-date.
• Use our tools to size the potential audience and the associated affiliate revenue opportunity and continue to optimize affiliate linking.
• Provide valuable reader service by making useful buying recommendations.
• Pitch new content each week, request new products for review, and thoroughly test products.
• Apply SEO and commerce linking best practices to all content.
• Assist with video to support reviews by writing scripts and/or appearing on camera.
• Organize and manage your own time efficiently, take initiative, and communicate effectively.

This is a full-time telecommuting position. It is also an interdepartmental role. You would be a member of Conde Nast’s Commerce department working on a team at WIRED. Experience writing and/or editing consumer-focused product reviews and guides is needed, as is a love for personal technology and a desire to help readers find the best products (and make the most of them).

To Apply, Please Include:

• A cover letter explaining your background, familiarity with WIRED, and what types of product or tech coverage you have done in the past.
• A resume.
• Samples of your work (URLs and/or attachments).
• 3 References.

This is a guild position.

The expected base salary range for this position is from $75,000-$93,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates may also be eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation.

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