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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.

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Austin has a diverse and thriving tech ecosystem thanks to home-grown companies like Dell and major campuses for IBM, AMD and Apple. The state’s flagship university, the University of Texas at Austin, is known for its engineering school, and the city is known for its annual South by Southwest tech and media conference. Austin’s tech scene spans many verticals, but it’s particularly known for hardware, including semiconductors, as well as AI, biotechnology and cloud computing. And its food and music scene, low taxes and favorable climate has made the city a destination for tech workers from across the country.

Key Facts About Austin Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 180,500; 13.7% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Dell, IBM, AMD, Apple, Alphabet
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, hardware, cloud computing, software, healthtech
  • Funding Landscape: $4.5 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Live Oak Ventures, Austin Ventures, Hinge Capital, Gigafund, KdT Ventures, Next Coast Ventures, Silverton Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: University of Texas, Southwestern University, Texas State University, Center for Complex Quantum Systems, Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, Texas Advanced Computing Center

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