Chinese-Fluent Gadget Reviewer/ Editor Wanted at Reviewed.com (Boston)

19 March 2011
Chinese-Fluent Gadget Reviewer/ Editor Wanted at Reviewed.com (Boston)
CHINESE FLUENT Gadget Reviewer & Editor at Reviewed.com (Davis Square, Somerville)

Reply to: job-xe7mn-2268524348@craigslist.org

Love gadgets and technology? Want to play with the latest cameras, camcorders and other consumer electronics before anyone else? Think you'd be good at seeing which gadgets are horrible and which are awesome? Are you highly opinionated?

Reviewed.com, a division of USA TODAY is leading a revolution of how people understand, shop for, and use the latest technology and consumer electronics internationally. We're comprised of publications including TelevisionInfo.com, CamcorderInfo.com, DigitalCameraInfo.com, PrinterInfo.com, WirelessInfo.com, MediaPlayerInfo.com and HeadphoneInfo.com. We also publish internationally with CamcorderInfo.jp, CamcorderInfo.de, DigitalCameraInfo.de and CamcorderInfo.co.uk.

In early 2011, Reviewed.com was acquired by USA TODAY, the leading national source for news and information. We now offer all the benefits of a start-up independent culture based in Davis Square with the stability of a larger organization. Reviewed continues its 13 year tradition of unbiased, independent, and unique product reviews and is growing agressively - so we need smart, passionate people to expand our mission of providing consumers with unbiased scientific product advice. We pride ourselves on being an organization where great ideas are listened to and implemented. If you want to make a difference and play a role in the creation of something great that helps people, this is a great position for you! We’re looking for smart, passionate, hard working and innovative individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities:

* Writing reviews with guidance and assistance from our editorial team for our new existing and new web properties.
* Test and analyze gadgets and consumer technology and gadgets.
* Innovate on how to communicate and teach readers about new technology
* Planning and development of new content and editorial offerings
* Traveling to industry shows and events to cover news and product announcements.

Qualifications:

* Fluent and capable of writing at a professional level in Chinese traditional and simplified for an audience based in China.
* Experience writing technology / gadget content professionally.
* A love of technology and gadgets.
* Photography and videography experience.
* The ability to write quickly, clearly, and analytically
* Experience reviewing gadgets and / or digital cameras is preferred.
* Experience managing content teams in a collaborative setting
* Excellent in-person/telephone/email communication skills
* Good sense of humor, positive attitude, and proven dedication
* An interesting, lively writing style that makes tech fun to read about.

The company is located in Somerville, MA, steps from the Red Line in Davis Square. No telecommuting.

The office environment is high energy, with a comfortable setting and hardworking, smart staff. Best of all, we get to play with gadgets all day!

To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and 2 writing samples or your press clips. Please use “General Technology CH Review Editor” as the subject line of your email. Samples should be relevant to product reviews or demonstrate your knowledge of technology and gadgets.

About Reviewed.com

Reviewed.com started in 1997 with the launch of CamcorderInfo.com, now the Web’s most comprehensive and popular camcorder review publication. Known for its unbiased and scientifically-based review methodology, the site became a model for ethical consumer technology review publishing that reliably meets the needs of consumers. Now the Reviewed network includes 13 review sites including CamcorderInfo.jp, CamcorderInfo.com, DigitalCameraInfo.com, TelevisionInfo.com, PrinterInfo.com, WirelessInfo.com, MediaPlayerInfo.com,and HeadphoneInfo.com. Reviewed.comhas been featured on CNN's “Reliable Sources” and “CNN Sunday” as well as in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. Based in Somerville, Massachusetts and New York, NY.

Reviewed.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Davis Square, Somerville

Compensation: Competitive salary with bonus based on experience with health and dental coverage.

More information here.
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