Computing Writer
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Remote freelance computing writer creating PC guides, tutorials, news, and reviews for XDA. Covering hardware, software, operating systems, devices, networking, and digital entertainment.
Responsibilities:
- Write feature content covering relevant and up-to-date PC updates, guides, and releases
- Produce buying guides, tutorials, and news under tight deadlines
- Cover PC hardware including CPUs, GPUs, storage, monitors, keyboards, and mice
- Cover software including AI tools, productivity apps, self-hosting, and home lab setups
- Cover Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems
- Evaluate SBCs, laptops, gaming handhelds, and prebuilt PCs
- Cover networking trends and smart home ecosystems
- Cover digital entertainment and related culture
- Enter work into the in-house CMS
- Find and format images according to editorial guidelines
- Stay current on computing news, products, and hardware updates
- Coordinate with the editorial team on assignments and feedback
Requirements:
- Applicants must be located in the US or Canada
- Relevant experience in writing and editing in the English language
- Relevant PC building skills and hands-on technical experience
- Expert knowledge and broad familiarity with PCs, PC parts, and the broader tech landscape
- Ability to contribute reliably and consistently under tight deadlines
- Willingness to input work into the in-house CMS
- Ability to find and format images according to guidelines
- CV/resume required
- Cover letter required
- 2–3 relevant tech writing samples required
- Self-starter attitude
- Computing content is mandatory in writing samples
- Must provide links to previously published work
- Must describe ideal daily-driver PC setup
- Must identify computing verticals with hands-on, expert-level experience
- Must describe a completed technology project
Benefits:
- Freelance 1099 contractor arrangement
- Remote work
- Opportunity to write for XDA, a large online technology community
- Collaborative editorial environment
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