Editor

ZDNET is seeking a full-time Editor who will write, edit, and publish content about innovative new products and technologies. The role demands a person with attention to detail, a passion for the written word, and a genuine enthusiasm for the latest tech products.

What You’ll Do

Write and publish daily stories under deadline
Engage in product testing and hands-on analysis to offer valuable buying advice to ZDNET readers
Develop strong relationships with tech companies to get new products to test
Write great headlines and descriptions, and select compelling images to represent stories
Scan press releases and social media to discover compelling new products
Write on assignment, including reviews, product lists, deals posts, how-to, and other stories
Write product news, including embargoed information that demands timeliness and trustworthiness
Attend technology events and regularly meet with company representatives in person and virtually
Use analytics and other tools to track and optimize story performance
Contribute to timely content opportunities, including Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and shopping events
Develop feature stories that provide deeper value to readers, demonstrate the brand's authority and help consumers make decisions about the products they buy and how they use them

What We’re Looking For

2+ years of digital journalism experience
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or English
Experience covering technology, innovation or related topics
Experience evaluating and analyzing products
Experience shooting product photos and capturing product videos
Experience writing under tight deadlines
Meticulous organizational skills
Experience with spreadsheets (Excel and/or Google Sheets)
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet daily deadlines
Must be adaptable; since the media and tech industries are two of the fastest changing industries on the planet, priorities change rapidly and regularly
Must be trustworthy, committed, considerate, and a good listener; high emotional IQ
Must embody the Red Ventures values of flexibility, continual learning, and being great to work with

Compensation

Cash Compensation Range: $66,000-$84,000*
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