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About PhoneBuff
PhoneBuff is a leading tech media brand and YouTube channel known for combining lab-tested, data-driven reviews with high-performance storytelling that reaches millions of viewers.
From smartphones and laptops to drop tests and robotic camera comparisons, we break down technology the way people actually use it.
Our videos set the standard for speed tests, battery battles, and automated testing. Now, we’re expanding into new categories and deeper storytelling formats. That’s where you come in.
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for a writer who loves technology and knows how to turn insights and test data into stories people actually want to watch.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Writing scripted content for YouTube (6–20 min), Shorts (30–90 sec), and other social cutdowns
- Collaborating with the host, editor, and researcher to transform lab data into engaging narratives
- Writing with clarity and confidence, making complex ideas simple and watchable
- Developing hooks, titles, transitions, and video frameworks that keep audiences engaged
- Fact-checking, researching, and comparing products to industry benchmarks
- Writing both organic and sponsored content that feels authentic to our audience
- Storyboarding and pitching ideas that fit our testing frameworks
- Supporting content beyond smartphones (e.g. laptops, desktops, wearables)
- Occasionally attending launches or tech events when needed
Who You Are
You’re not just a writer. You’re a tech enthusiast who can think critically, write clearly, and tell great stories. You understand that a great script isn’t just accurate, it’s interesting.
You should be:
- A strong writer who can script for both long-form and short-form video
- Deeply interested in consumer tech (especially computers, laptops, GPUs, and peripherals)
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working without constant direction
- A team player who thrives in creative collaboration
- Skilled at turning lab results, impressions, and visuals into story-driven scripts
Requirements
- Must live within commuting distance of Temecula, CA (this is an in-office position)
- Proven experience in tech journalism, YouTube scripting, or creative agency writing
- Strong understanding of computers and smartphones
- You’ll be quizzed on your technical knowledge (don’t apply if you can’t talk tech)
- Writing samples or portfolio links are required
- Clear sense of pacing, structure, and retention in your writing
- Familiarity with iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and key players (Apple, Samsung, ASUS, Lenovo, NVIDIA, etc.)
- Excellent communication and follow-through
Bonus Points
- Experience writing for on-camera delivery or YouTube creators
- Background in laptop or PC performance reviews
- Familiarity with testing, benchmarks, or robotic workflows
- Experience using AI tools like ChatGPT or Notion AI for research and drafting
- Visual storytelling instincts (thinking in terms of cuts, not just sentences)
What You’ll Get
- Your work featured in videos seen by millions across YouTube, Snap, and social
- Mentorship in creative writing and content strategy
- A collaborative workplace surrounded by cutting-edge tech (and robots)
- Health insurance, paid holidays, and time off
- Regular 9–5 schedule, only occasional launch-day crunches
Why It’s Worth It
- At PhoneBuff, your work doesn’t disappear into a content void. It helps shape how millions of people understand technology. If that sounds like the kind of challenge you want to take on, we’d love to hear from you!
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Online Media
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