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Do you want to shape and create content for one of the world’s largest audiences of photography and video enthusiasts? DPReview is hiring! We have two open positions: a News Editor and a Community Coordinator who will help support our online forums and user community. We can’t wait to hear from you.
Please note that these are US-based positions.
News Editor
Full-time (Seattle, WA or remote)
Role overview
DPReview is seeking a full-time News Editor to join our growing Editorial team.
The News Editor role at DPReview requires an experienced technical writer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a deep understanding of digital photography and the camera industry. The News Editor’s primary responsibility is to report on camera and photo industry news, industry trends, and photography culture, including context and analysis that reflect DPReview’s thought leadership in the industry.
Qualified candidates will be capable of independently researching news and information, writing, editing and delivering publication-ready content. They should be able to efficiently and effectively monitor industry news and trends to identify relevant stories from sources including manufacturers, PR representatives, online resources and social media. Additionally, they must be strong collaborators who can work closely with DPReview’s Editorial team to add a unique perspective to news and other short-form articles.
A typical week for the News Editor will involve monitoring trusted sources of information to uncover breaking industry news, developing content around embargoed materials for product announcements, corresponding with PR agents and evaluating pitches for news coverage, uncovering unique stories and story angles exclusive to DPReview, and liaising with and seeking insight from the Editorial team to incorporate expert insight into news. Speed is of the essence, with a target of 2-3 published articles per day.
Like all successful DPReview team members, candidates must be goal-focused self-starters who maintain an agile mindset, operate independently, lead by example, communicate effectively across all channels, and are productive in a remote work environment.
This role will report to the Managing Editor but will work closely with the entire DPReview team in a cross-functional environment.
Role responsibilities
- Write, edit and publish short-form articles covering breaking news, product launches, newsworthy industry trends, and stories about photography and photography culture, focusing on finding a unique angle whenever possible.
- Liaise with and seek insight from the wider editorial team to incorporate expert knowledge into articles.
- Analyze news metrics and performance using analytical tools and data to improve performance and deliver increased traffic to news content over time.
- Develop and foster relationships with PR representatives to grow DPReview’s portfolio of industry contacts and to ensure consistent early access to breaking news and embargoed information.
- Build and maintain relationships with brands, industry experts and independent content creators who may serve as sources of news or similar content.
- Monitor information resources such as competitive publications, industry news sources, and social media for story ideas.
- Coordinate with DPReview’s social media and platform teams to identify impactful content for promotion across DPreview’s social media channels.
Role requirements
- A passion for photography and digital camera equipment
- Excellent understanding of the technology behind modern digital imaging
- At least 2+ years of writing and producing content at a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, product-focused publication or as an industry-centric technical writer or editor.
- Ability to independently produce 2-3 short-form articles per day
- Strong grammar and copy-editing skills
- Ability to examine and parse data into actionable editorial strategy
- Strong project management and communication skills
- The ability to work efficiently under pressure and to take feedback constructively
- A willingness to travel and work odd hours as the assignment or news cycle dictates
How to apply
Please use the link below to contact us about applying. Make sure to include the following information:
- A brief introduction of yourself that includes an overview of why you believe you are a good fit for the Reviews Editor position.
- A link to your LinkedIn profile if you have one.
- Links to writing samples you believe are most related to DPReview’s coverage. If you have writing samples that are not online, please indicate this.
- Links to any previous work applicable to DPReview.
Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
Click here to apply for this position
DPReview Community Coordinator
Part-time (remote)
Role overview
DPReview is seeking a part-time Community Coordinator to join our growing Editorial team.
The Community Coordinator role at DPReview requires an individual with experience managing online communities and creating great user experiences to grow and maintain our online forums. The Community coordinator will serve as an ambassador between DPReview’s Editorial team and our community members, engage directly with users across DPReview’s forums, liaise with and support volunteer community moderators, support users requiring assistance, and approve posts awaiting moderation. The Community Coordinator will identify and create opportunities to turn community-based activity and information into content for publication on DPReview.com.
Qualified candidates will have experience working with or managing an online community or interest group, including community moderation, fostering clear communication between community members and moderators, and a passion for creating a positive and inclusive community environment. Candidates should have an interest in cameras and editorial experience, ideally for a technical publication. Knowledge about photography and related technology, familiarity with the camera market, and experience working with volunteers are strongly preferred.
A typical week for the Community Coordinator will include directly engaging with users in key sub-forums, moderating forum activity to ensure consistency of moderation, providing support to moderators directly or via a private forum, supporting users requesting assistance, reviewing posts that require moderation, and writing approximately three articles per week for DPReview.com built around community activity or content.
Like all successful DPReview team members, candidates must be able to lead by example, possess excellent communication skills, and be productive in a remote work environment.
This role will report to the Managing Editor.
Role responsibilities
- Engage with users across DPReview’s community forums and act as a liaison between DPReview’s Editorial team and our community.
- Provide support to DPReview’s volunteer moderators, monitor forums to ensure consistency of moderation and identify opportunities to improve moderation within the community.
- Arbitrate conflicts between community members or between community members and moderators.
- Provide support to users seeking assistance with moderation or account issues.
- Identify and develop community-based content to be featured on DPReview.com, writing publication-ready articles that meet DPReview’s editorial standards.
- Review and approve posts flagged for moderation.
- Identify opportunities to increase forum engagement and participation.
Role requirements
- 1-2 years experience managing an online community (forums, social media groups, Discord, Slack)
- 1-2 years experience writing editorial content for a regular publication (or similar experience)
- Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and with empathy with community members and moderators, including volunteers
- Aptitude for mediating community disputes with a respectful tone
- Initiative to produce approximately three articles per week based on community activity
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Knowledge of photography and digital camera equipment is strongly desired
- Familiarity with DPReview’s forums is a plus
How to apply
Please use the link below to contact us about applying. Make sure to include the following information:
- A brief introduction of yourself that includes an overview of why you believe you are a good fit for the Community Coordinator position.
- A link to your LinkedIn profile if you have one.
- Links to writing samples you believe are most related to DPReview’s coverage. If you have writing samples that are not online, please indicate this.
- Links to any previous work applicable to DPReview.
Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
Click here to apply for this position
DPReview strives to be a diverse and inclusive company. We firmly believe that different voices, experiences and points of view are an essential component of our current and future success. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s gender, age, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetics or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
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