How-To Geek - Freelance Writer (Mac) - MakeUseOf & How-To Geek : Job Details

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis.

Are you a Mac OS enthusiast with a background in writing?

is looking for feature writers to cover Mac related content for the website. That said, you can write across any section of the site in which you have first-hand expertise!

About Us

How-to Geek is one of the largest technology publications on the web today. We aim to equip all readers, whether theyre newcomers to tech or seasoned veterans, with the tools they need to make the most of their technology.

We simplify complex topics into guides that anyone can understand, whether theyre looking for a list of great apps, need help fixing an issue, or want a product recommendation. Every article leaves the reader with something valuable to take away.

Our target audience are everyday consumers who are interested in tech; we write for the lay-people, not industry insiders. For example, our readers are the Should You Upgrade to a Wi-Fi 7 Router? crowd. Not the Wi-Fi 7 Routers Will Usher In the IoT Market Penetration Shift crowd.

Here are some examples of Mac articles:

• How to Wipe a Drive on a Mac
• How to Turn Safari Websites Into Mac Apps
• How to Find Downloads on a Mac

Expectations:

• Write a minimum of 12 feature articles per month, with no upper limit
• You will be assigned articles and have the ability to claim ideas, however, once you are comfortable with the content we publish on the site, we welcome you to pitch your own ideas
• Stay up to date on the latest tech news, products and updates
• Input work into our in-house system and format images according to our guidelines

What we're looking for:

• Relevant experience in writing and editing in the English language
• Expert knowledge of Mac OS
• Must have macOS 13 Ventura (with the expectation of updating to the latest version ASAP after it's made available)

Application Requirements:

• CV, Cover Letter, Screening QuestionsIn your Cover Letter, please address the following questions:- Why do you want to write for How-To Geek?- What makes you the right fit for this role? (You can touch upon previous experience and your passion for technology)

We will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team.

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