MakeUseOf - News Writer
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78716, USA
Listed on 2026-11-04
Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78716, USA
Listing for:
Valnet Tech Sites
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-11-04
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
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Creative Arts/Media
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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?
Make Use Of is looking for News Writers to cover timely, informative technology news in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Coverage Areas Include:- PC & Mobile
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Laptops, desktops, smartphones (Android/iPhone), tablets, and peripherals. - Technical
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Networking, privacy, security, Linux, and "under-the-hood" hardware analysis. - Software
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Operating systems (Windows/macOS), productivity apps, web services, and AI tools. - Screen
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Streaming platforms, gaming consoles, TV hardware, and digital entertainment trends. - Home
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Smart home devices, IoT, homelab setups, and home office technology.
- 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.
- CV
- Cover Letter (Tell us why you’re the right fit for the Make Use Of voice!)
- 2–3 tech news articles that demonstrate your writing ability and analytical perspective.
- 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.
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