VentureBeat is searching for an ambitious mobile staff writer to lead our daily coverage of the mobile industry, gadgets, and apps, with a significant focus on Apple.
Based in San Francisco, this position is responsible for covering breaking news, coordinating and writing reviews, developing captivating op-eds, and maintaining key industry contacts relevant to their beat.
You must have solid contacts at Apple and a record of coverage of its products and news.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and define our daily coverage of the mobile industry, gadgets, and apps, with a specific focus on Apple
- Develop new and creative articles and directions for the beat
- Coordinate stories and ideas with the Editorial Team
- Some coverage on weekends may be required
Successful candidates should have:
- BA in English or Journalism or a related field or 2-3 years of journalistic experience
- Strong writer
- Strong ideation skills
- Ability to work under and meet deadlines
- Ability to be self-directed
- Interviewing skills
- High energy level
Please send a resume and three examples of your best work covering Apple and the mobile industry to jobs@venturebeat.com and Harrison@venturebeat.com with the subject line “mobile staff writer.”
