Segment Lead - Hobbies Tech & OS (Remote)

Valnet Tech Sites; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

XDA is seeking a Segment Lead for the Hobbies Tech and OS & Devices verticals on a remote, contract basis. This role suits an editor who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and who can balance editing, writing, planning, and team leadership.

You’ll own a core content segment, guide coverage strategy, manage freelancers, review pitches, and contribute original content when needed while collaborating with editorial leadership to keep a balanced calendar and stay ahead of tech trends.

Qualifications

• Experience editing consumer technology content.
• Extensive hands-on knowledge of desktops, laptops, mobile devices, operating systems.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring freelance writers.
• Comfortable owning editorial decisions and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong editorial judgment, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Ownership & Execution: guide coverage strategy across core computing verticals and manage the editorial pipeline.
• Writer Leadership: lead and mentor freelance writers and ensure alignment with brand voice.
• Hands-On Editing & Writing: review pitches, assign topics, manage deadlines, and perform copy edits; contribute content.
• Planning & Strategy: maintain a balanced editorial calendar aligned with audience interests and business goals.
• Collaboration & Communication: provide guidance through check-ins and coordinate with leadership.

Skills

Editorial Ownership

Team Leadership

Hands-on Editing

Content Strategy

Tools

CMS

WordPress

Job description

XDA is seeking a Segment Lead for the Hobbies Tech and OS & Devices verticals on a remote, contract basis. This role suits an editor who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and who can balance editing, writing, planning, and team leadership.

You’ll own a core content segment, guide coverage strategy, manage freelancers, review pitches, and contribute original content when needed while collaborating with editorial leadership to keep a balanced calendar and stay ahead of tech trends.