Reviews Editor

DPReview is seeking a full-time Reviews Editor to join our growing team.

The Reviews Editor role is intended for experienced digital content creators or technical writers with a deep understanding of digital photography.

At a high level, qualified candidates will be capable of testing, writing, editing, and coordinating camera reviews and related coverage. They should likewise feel comfortable serving as “on-camera” talent for multimedia and platforms content, including in videos and podcasts. Finally, they must also be strong collaborators and communicators capable of working alongside strategy and operation experts to ensure content signals positively impact KPIs and are produced to specification, on time, and within budget.

A typical week for a reviews editor will involve tracking and immediately addressing breaking camera news, spending time testing and writing camera reviews, updating DPReview’s camera information databases, speaking with outside experts for background knowledge, responding to DPReview community comments and questions, and meeting with senior DPReview leaders to produce components of major cross-team editorial projects and strategies, as well as evaluating past content success metrics to create strategic takeaways.

Like all successful DPReview team members, candidates must also be goal-focused self-starters who maintain an agile mindset, operate independently, lead by example, and communicate effectively across all channels.

This role will report directly to Senior Editors or Managing Editors depending on organizational needs while working closely with other editorial staffers.

Role Responsibilities

Test and evaluate camera equipment following established in-studio and off-site best practices.
Write, edit and produce robust camera reviews as well as related camera news coverage, technology explainers, buying guides, interviews, franchises and features that engage and grow DPReview’s camera enthusiast audience.
Capture photos and video clips of cameras and the camera reviewing process according to editorial and video and platform guidelines.
Optimize content to maximize and grow its potential for affiliate revenue generation by rigorously adhering to internal best practices.
Help plan and oversee editorial calendars and projects.
Regularly monitor information resources such as competitive publications, PR contacts and social media for new story ideas.
Consult with senior editorial leaders to help produce portions of major editorial projects, including The DPReview camera awards, etc.
Meet regularly with senior editorial leaders to discuss production, traffic and affiliate goals.
Interface with internal strategic experts such as the SEO Manager to ensure stories are ideally positioned to reach the largest relevant audience possible.
Coordinate with DPReview’s social media and platform teams to help produce and promote relevant editorial content for various channels.
Work to build and maintain relationships with brands, PR companies, influencers and industry experts.
Serve as an ambassador for DPReview’s editorial team while attending external events, advertiser meetings, conferences and trade shows.

Role Requirements

A passion for photography and digital camera equipment
Excellent understanding of the technology behind modern digital imaging
At least 4+ years of writing and producing content at either a fast-paced, deadline-oriented product-focused publication or as an industry-centric technical writer / editor.
Strong grammar and copy-editing skills
Strong photography skills. Videography and social media content creation skills are a plus.
Ability to examine and parse data into actionable editorial strategy
Strong project management and communication skills
A clear understanding of common affiliate content best practices
The ability to work efficiently under pressure and to take feedback constructively
A willingness to travel and work odd hours as the assignment or news cycle dictates
Must be a U.S. Citizen or hold a Employment-Based Immigrant Visa to the U.S.

Benefits & Perks

DPReview offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness programs, four day work weeks, retirement savings plans, unlimited personal time off and paid holidays, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

How To Apply

Please send your CV/resume, LinkedIn profile link, and cover letter to jobs@dpreview.com with the subject heading: “Reviews Editor.”

A brief introduction of yourself that includes an overview on why you believe you are a good fit for the Reviews Editor Position.
Please include tearsheets or links to writing samples in the 500-1000 word range and one long form (2,000+) you believe is most related to DPReview’s coverage.
Links to any previous work applicable to DPReview.

Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your résumé as having been received unless your email bounced back.

The salary range and final title for this position is $70,000 to $90,000, depending on candidate experience. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; the associated discipline; market considerations; budgetary considerations; geographical considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.