Freelance Features Writer, Wearables & Fitness Tech

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Develop and create unique features related to wearables and fitness technology.

• Produce in-depth articles, practical experiments, timely insights, reported features, how-to guides, and analytical pieces.

• Deliver compelling pitches on a weekly basis.

• Propose and file articles on the same day or the following day regarding breaking news, operating system updates, or trending topics.

• Generate first-person editorial content while steering clear of commerce, affiliate, and sponsored materials.

• Create content for the website, social media platforms, and newsletters.

• Cover topics such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, smart rings, smart glasses, health and fitness monitoring, wearable software and firmware, and accessories for wearables.

• Collaborate with professional copy editors and adhere to fact-checking protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience writing features for recognized tech or consumer publications.

• Previous bylines are essential.

• Extensive knowledge in at least one of the covered areas: smartwatches and fitness trackers; smart rings; smart glasses; health, fitness, and sleep tracking applications and features; wearable software and firmware; or wearable accessories, setups, and workflows.

• Access to current Android devices (Android 14+) and any smart home/E Ink equipment that will be covered.

• Preference for candidates based in the US or Canada; exceptional writers from other locations will be considered if they can consistently work within the Eastern Time Zone.

• A genuine enthusiasm for the subject matter and the ability to present fresh, original perspectives.

• Three previously published articles relevant to the position, including at least one hands-on piece.

• A brief explanation of your primary beat and hardware setup.

• An innovative pitch idea customized for Android Police.

• Links to social media profiles or a portfolio of work.

• Capability to contribute a minimum number of published articles each month.

• Strong media connections, relevant bylines, a robust social media presence, and a familiarity with the voice and audience of Android Police are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Timely payments made bi-monthly or monthly through PayPal or Payoneer.

• Competitive rates per article, compensated upon publication.

• Professional copy editing provided for each submitted piece.

• Custom artwork created for the work submitted.

• Promotion through social media channels and newsletters.

• Access to training workshops.

• Opportunities for growth towards fixed positions and product review roles.