Senior Editor, Services & Software

Consumer Tech

44d•Remote

About The Position

CNET is looking for a sharp editor to join their editorial team and support their coverage of services and software, focusing on services with a privacy and cybersecurity focus, including specific topics such as VPNs, antivirus, web hosting, data removal services and operating systems. In this role, the editor will edit guides, product reviews and roundups of the best products in a category. This role will primarily involve managing and editing staff and freelance writers, but will also provide opportunities to write stories. The ideal candidate is comfortable with project management and able to quickly adapt to new strategies and processes. CNET offers a supportive, collaborative editorial team that takes its work seriously, plus regular coaching and mentorship. The senior editor will report to the managing editor of CNET’s Software and Services team.

Requirements

At least 2 years of editing experience, preferably in digital publishing
Experience evaluating online services, particularly ones focused on privacy and security
The ability to help readers cut through bombastic marketing and understand the practical benefits and drawbacks of services, and the ability to help other writers bring out those insights
An organized mind that has no problems cleanly tracking story ideas and publishes
A positive, collaborative attitude and the desire to work closely with colleagues beyond your immediate team
Growth mindset, eagerness for feedback
Experience with AP Stylebook or other in-house style guides

Responsibilities

Edit reviews, buying guides and news reports from Services and Software writers
Assign and edit stories to freelancers
Provide structural, content and copy edits, and publish stories under deadline
Create exciting headlines and clear descriptions of complicated technology
Participate in monthly content planning for staff and freelance writers: help organize the team’s production and brainstorm ideas for new content and updates
Learn more about important tech categories and help people improve their digital privacy and security