Staff Writer

Job Description
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Type: Full Time

Staff Writers are at the heart of the HICONSUMPTION engine, providing enthusiast-driven product reviews, daily snapshot product coverage, features, and in-depth buyer’s guides. You’ll get hands-on with some of the greatest gear on the market, uncovering and sharing what makes these products tick through the HICONSUMPTION lens.

Note: We’re only looking for enthusiasts in specific verticals (outlined below) – people who live and breathe this stuff and are deeply immersed in the culture.

Desired Verticals

• Watches
• Everyday Carry (EDC) Gear
• Tech/Gadgets
• Motoring (Automotive/Motorcycles)
• Style

Responsibilities

• Daily production of gear content which includes product reviews, brand stories, snapshot coverage, features and in-depth buyer’s guides
• Writing/editing scripts for our video reviews (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
• Daily interfacing with brand partners, vendors, and PR reps to secure products for hands-on coverage including spreadsheet management to track incoming/outgoing packages
• Performing in-depth research to discover to the best gear within specified verticals, and providing extensive review coverage
• Participating in review photoshoots in our LA studio
• Scour the web on a daily basis for the best gear – well-designed, utilitarian gear that fuses form and function
• Pitching and writing engaging content that is designed to be digested and shared in a world consumed by social media
• Strategize with team on larger editorial pieces to help make HICONSUMPTION the best gear destination on the web
• Copy editing and fact checking

Requirements

• Passion for well-designed, well-built gear – above all else. We are looking for experts and enthusiasts within our main verticals
• Excellent grammar skills with a diverse vocabulary and proficient at spelling
• The ability to perform in-depth research on anything men’s gear related – with a special emphasis on your desired vertical
• Self starter who’s comfortable tackling tasks with minimal oversight
• Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable receiving constructive criticism
• Loves working in a team environment, but comfortable working independently
• Must meet deadlines and have strong prioritization & time management skills
• Experience multitasking and tracking several projects simultaneously
• Strong, creative eye for images that will tell the story and visually sell on social media
• Witty and quick to develop enticing article headlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be proficient in G Suite (Sheets, Docs, Gmail, etc.) with an emphasis on spreadsheets
• Asana, Slack, and Photoshop skills are a plus
• WordPress (or similar CMS) experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Previous review writing/editorial experience preferred

How To Apply

Please send your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile link to jobs@hiconsumption.com with the subject heading: “Staff Writer.” Your email should also include:

• A brief introduction of yourself and why you’re the perfect fit for the role
• A quick background of your vertical expertise (watches, everyday carry gear, etc)
• Links to writing samples on a topic HICONSUMPTION would cover