Tech Reporter

Tech Reporter at Condé Nast for Ars Technica

Ars Technica’s mission is to provide the greatest insight into what’s at stake in technology today, through a comprehensive understanding of all the facets that surround and contribute to it.

Ars Technica is seeking a creative, experienced journalist with deep expertise in at least one area of technology who is also comfortable navigating a broad range of tech topics. We’re looking for someone who can deliver rigorous, in-depth coverage while also pitching in on the day-to-day stories our readers rely on.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: software development, DIY tech (e.g., home automation, labbing, etc.), cybersecurity, and/or free and open-source software (F/OSS).

This role is ideal for a lifelong learner who not only has experience as a journalist breaking original stories on existing topics but also can learn about new topics and report on them with both curiosity and critical thinking for an engaged and thoughtful audience of professional and hobbyist technologists.

This role is 100% remote, and candidates can be based anywhere in the US. This is a Guild position.

Responsibilities

• Write regularly on consumer technology news, in both areas of expertise and general knowledge
• Works under the direction of the Senior Editor (or other manager as designated)
• Collaborate on product coverage and event calendar as needed
• Write occasionally on ad hoc topics, as assigned
• Cultivate sources to develop original reporting within the tech industry
• Take photographs and edit images as appropriate for reviews and news coverage
• Work with editors and staff to generate story ideas
• Write occasional feature-length articles on in-depth topics as pitched or assigned
• Generate headlines in accordance with news practices
• Integrate feedback from editors on writing content and quality
• Participate actively in team collaboration and project management tools and processes
• Travel as required
• Help guide Ars’ technology coverage
• Additional journalistic duties as needed or as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demonstrated writing and professional journalism expertise covering the technology industry
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to work some early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as projects may require
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative team player, and a dedicated individual contributor
• Good time management and self-starting ability
• Critical thinking ability
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Timeliness and dependability for multiple projects and competing assignments
• A driving personal curiosity about developing technologies, their applications, and ramifications

Key skills/competency

• Technology Journalism
• Investigative Reporting
• Software Development
• Cybersecurity
• Free and Open-Source Software (F/OSS)
• Home Automation
• Technical Writing
• Editorial Collaboration
• Content Creation
• Critical Thinking