Pocket-Lint - Tech Writer

This position will operate on a remote basis within the U.S.

About Pocket-lint Pocket-lint is a leading authority on consumer tech, digital entertainment, and personal hardware, reaching millions of readers worldwide. As part of the Valnet Publishing Group, Pocket-lint operates at a fast pace to deliver expert coverage across the modern consumer technology landscape.

About The Role

We are seeking a sharp, creative Freelance Tech Writer to produce feature stories and feed content. In this role, you will focus exclusively on feature-driven editorial including deep dives, industry analysis, opinion pieces, and feature stories across consumer devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, Smart TVs), A/V gear, physical media (4K Blu-ray, vinyl), and apps. Working closely with our editorial team, you will pitch and write thought-provoking content that explores tech trends, examines hardware ecosystems, and offers fresh perspectives on everyday consumer technology.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality feed articles and feature stories covering consumer tech, hardware, apps, and entertainment setups.
• Focus coverage on core categories: smartphones, tablets, laptops, Smart TVs, A/V gear, physical media, and apps.
• Pitch original, practical feature concepts, opinion pieces, and device roundups regularly.
• Turn around clean, engaging content quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Upload drafts directly into our custom CMS, format images, and follow house style guidelines.
• Work directly with editors on assignments, pitch feedback, and content strategy.

Benefits

• Competitive per-story compensation.
• Flexible schedule.
• Remote position to work from a location of your choice.
• Exposure to Pocket-lint’s massive audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.
• Long-term growth paths, including training workshops and potential for fixed base roles.

Experience And Skills

• Proven experience writing tech features, consumer guides, or hardware content in English.
• Strong familiarity with smartphones, laptops, Smart TVs, A/V hardware, physical media formats, and major app ecosystems.
• Ability to break down specs and tech trends into clear, engaging, human-sounding advice for everyday readers.
• Basic understanding of SEO practices and comfort working within a digital CMS platform.
• A self-starter attitude with a drive to pitch relevant, timely feature topics independently.
• Strict adherence to Valnet’s Editorial