Freelance Tech Writer (Smart Home)

Remote

Contracted

Entry Level

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis.

We’re looking for Freelance Tech Writers to contribute feature content to our Smart Home category at Valnet's Tech sites!

This role is ideal for writers who enjoy testing devices, exploring platforms, and explaining how connected home tech actually works in the real world.

You’ll be creating practical, reader-first content that helps everyday users set up, optimize, and troubleshoot their smart homes, whether they’re beginners or power users.

What You’ll Be Writing About

Our smart home coverage includes (but is not limited to):

Smart home ecosystems and platforms (Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Home Assistant, SmartThings, etc.)
Smart lighting, plugs, switches, thermostats, cameras, locks, and sensors
Automation routines, scenes, and integrations
Setup guides, troubleshooting walkthroughs, and feature explainers
Tips and tricks that help readers get more value from their connected devices

Responsibilities

Write original, well-researched smart home feature articles
Pitch timely, practical story ideas that align with reader needs
Explain technical concepts clearly for non-technical audiences
Test devices, platforms, or features when applicable
Meet deadlines and maintain a consistent freelance output
Work closely with editors and apply feedback as needed

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience writing about smart home technology or consumer tech (published bylines required)
Hands-on familiarity with smart home devices, platforms, or automation tools
Strong ability to break down complex setups into clear, step-by-step guidance
Open to editorial direction and headline optimization
Passion for connected home technology and emerging trends

Application Requirements

CV
Cover Letter
- In your cover letter, please address the following questions:
  - Why do you want to write for us?
  - What makes you the right fit for this role? (You can touch upon previous experience and your passion for all things Smart Home related)
Screening Questions
Links to previously published work

We will get back to you as soon as possible if we think you'd make a solid addition to the team!

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What smart home platforms or ecosystems do you have hands-on experience with?*

What’s an underrated smart home tool or feature that you recommend?*

Can you pitch an article title that you believe would perform well? Please see below for links to the type of content we cover:
HTG: https://www.howtogeek.com/category/smart-home/
AP: https://www.androidpolice.com/smart-home/

Please note: These pitches are for screening purposes only. They will not be published, assigned, or used in any way unless you are hired and formally commissioned.*

If a feature article is ~800+ words, how many articles are you able to contribute in a month on average?*

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Freelance Tech Writer (Smart Home)

What You’ll Be Writing About

Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

Apply for this position

Thank you for visiting Valnet's Tech Career Page!

Here we host freelance jobs for the sites HowToGeek.com, MakeUseOf.com, AndroidPolice.com, Pocket-lint.com, and XDA-developers.com. Please review our open positions and apply to the site and position that best match your qualifications. Here's a little bit more info about us!

XDA is the world’s largest online tech community. We cover everything that matters in computing tech, from hardware to software and more. We review all the latest gadgets and gear and create useful guides that help you do more with the tech you own.

Freelance Tech Writer (Smart Home)

What You’ll Be Writing About

Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

Apply for this position

Here we host freelance jobs for the sites HowToGeek.com, MakeUseOf.com, AndroidPolice.com, Pocket-lint.com, and XDA-developers.com. Please review our open positions and apply to the site and position that best match your qualifications.

Here's a little bit more info about us!