How-To Geek

Work with us

Think you have the perfect combination of geek knowledge and writing skills? We’re always looking for a few experienced writers to join our team.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for experienced freelance writers to cover how-to guides, product roundups and comparisons, and explainers across a myriad of topics, including, but not limited to, things like Windows, Microsoft Office, macOS, iPhone, Android, Google, Smart Home, Cloud Services, Small Business / IT, Gadgets, and many other topics.

Note: We are not looking for freelance tech news writers.

All of our writers should have the following qualities:

You must be a geek at heart, always looking to learn more about technology and make your gadgets work better.

You must be able to write tips, how-to articles, and explainers about complex topics that are clear and easy to understand, even to non-experts. Again, we are not looking for tech news writers.

You must be creative, and have the ability to generate article ideas, take suggestions, and make topics interesting and exciting.

You must be at least 18 years old and have your own computer.

You must have solid English writing skills.

You should have some basic screenshot and image editing chops. HTML skills are a plus.

Here’s a couple of our previous articles so you can get an idea of what we’re looking for in terms of quality and content. Please make sure to look through these before you decide to apply:

How-To Article: How to Use Siri to Control the Lights in Your House

Explainer: Do LED Light Bulbs Really Last 10 Years?

Explainer: Do I Need a Graphics Card in My PC?

How-To Article: How to Hide NVIDIA’s GeForce Experience In-Game Overlay Icons

How-To Article: How to Get Better Performance from Steam In-Home Streaming

These are just a few recent smart home and gaming examples, but they are all solid articles that we’re proud of.

Careers at How-To Geek

  • Feature Writer

    US & Canada Flexible 1+ year(s)

    This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis.

     

    HTG is looking for Tech Enthusiasts who can write feature articles on a consistent basis for the site. We're looking for content with mainstream appeal for the US reader base.

     

    Areas of intended coverage include Android, Mac, iPhone, Windows, Linux, Virtual Reality, Mobile Carriers, as well as Microsoft and Streaming Platforms.

     

     

    Responsibilities

     

    • Write consistently, 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
    • Work within a CMS, adhere to style guidelines, as well as find and format images



    What we're looking for

     

    • Must be located in the US or Canada (exceptions may apply)
    • Relevant experience in writing
    • Possess a passion for technology and journalism
    • SEO knowledge and experience using SEO tools (preferred)
    • Knowledge across a variety of tech (updates to the latest versions + first-hand use of products, platforms, and apps are required)



    Application Requirements

     

    • CV, Cover Letter, Screening Questions, Links to Previously Published Work
    • In 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 provide our contributors an engaging community of like-minded tech enthusiasts, a supportive training program, and an output bonus if you surpass our monthly quota!

     

    Supported file types include .pdf, .txt, .rtf, .doc, .docx
    Supported file types include .pdf, .txt, .rtf, .doc, .docx
    Links to Referential Work

    Please include 2-3 articles you've published or your author page (tech articles preferred).

    Questions

    Please select all the areas you are an expert in (meaning you can confidently write about it based on your own first-hand experience with the products, platforms, or apps within that area. In other words, with little help from external research).

    Android, iPhone, Mobile Carriers, Entertainment Streaming Platforms, Social Media, Smart Home, Windows, Mac, Chromebooks, Linux, Microsoft Office, Web (online security, browsers), AI & Machine Learning, TVs (home theater), Audio (headphones, speakers), and Creative (Adobe, design experience)

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    What is your favorite tech device, and why? (Feel free to geek out!)

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    Have you written for another Valnet site? If yes, please indicate which site.

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