MakeUseOf - Streaming Platform Writer - MakeUseOf & How-To Geek

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis.

Are you a chronic user of various streaming platforms with a background in writing?

MakeUseOf.com is looking for a music, movie, and TV streaming platform expert to cover everything from the navigation of Netflix to the features of Spotify for the website.  That said, you can write across any section of the site in which you have first-hand expertise!

About Us

MUO is one of the largest technology publications on the web today. We aim to equip all readers, whether they’re newcomers to tech or seasoned veterans, with the tools they need to make the most of their technology. 

We simplify complex topics into guides that anyone can understand, whether they’re looking for a list of great apps, need help fixing an issue, or want a product recommendation. Every article leaves the reader with something valuable to take away.

Our Entertainment vertical teaches people how to fix, use, or do unique things with their entertainment apps, devices, and streaming services. This category also covers audiovisual trending products such as sound bars, TVs, projectors, microphones, etc. Here’s an example: Shudder vs. Screambox: What's the Best Horror Streaming Service?

Expectations:

• Write 8 articles per month, 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 Entertainment Tech news and updates
   

What we're looking for:

• Relevant experience in writing and editing
• Expert knowledge of a few entertainment apps and devices with specific expertise in music and TV streaming services (including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music Unlimited, Netflix, Hulu, Disney, etc.)
• Knowledge of audiovisual trending products such as sound bars, TVs, projectors, microphones, etc.

Application Requirements:

• CV, Cover Letter, Screening Questions
• In your Cover Letter, please address the following questions: Why do you want to write for MUO? What makes you the right fit for this role? (You can touch upon previous experience and which streaming devices you own/have access to)

We provide our contributors an engaging community of like-minded tech enthusiasts, a supportive and in-depth training program, and additional compensation for high quality consistent contributors!

Only applications containing relevant writing samples will be considered.

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