Home Technology Writer

CNET is a premier destination for expert, unique and helpful information that guides people through our changing world. We’re seeking a curious, self-motivated new team member with excellent writing skills, a nose for research and a thirst for helping people understand the bigger picture.

As a writer for our home technology team, you’ll work within a collaborative team environment to tackle a range of topics that affect our readers. You’ll partner with colleagues across the organization to contribute to a range of projects and topics, including priority categories such as home security and other modern home appliances, tools, and technology. You’ll write new stories on news and trends that impact and enhance the modern home, and also keep previously published best list-style pages updated with the latest information to help readers make sense of it all.

Our ideal candidate will work in the office in a hybrid role; office locations include New York, Charlotte. We are open to remote candidates as well.
This role is in a bargaining unit represented by a labor union, the Writers Guild of America, East.

What You’ll Do

Flex your top-tier writing and communication skills
Join a collaborative team of writers and thinkers to research and write a variety of assigned stories
Meet assigned deadlines (varies)
Partner with subject-matter experts and SEO teammates to innovate and create quality content
Work within our CMS to publish your work
Think creatively and flexibly about tasks and challenges
Embrace feedback from colleagues to become a pivotal member of a growing team

What We’re Looking For

BA or above in Journalism, Writing, English, Communications or commensurate
2+ years of experience writing and updating consumer-facing content in the home category
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Positive, self-motivated, collaborative attitude with managers and colleagues
Ability to pivot quickly among different projects
Team player who is quick to raise a helping hand and apply feedback in the spirit of growth
Curious, with a mindset for learning
Career-ready and looking for a publication to call home

Compensation

Cash Compensation Range: $50,000 - $75,000*
Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
401(k) with match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program