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. Your 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. What We Offer 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 Standards, including a zero-tolerance policy for Artificial Intelligence (AI) writing tools. How to Apply If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below: Your CV and a cover letter telling us why you want to write for Pocket-lint. At least 2-3 tech articles you've written that demonstrate your writing abilities. Links to your social profiles or portfolio. Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. Pocket-lint is part of the Valnet Publishing Group. Valnet , founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel. Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.