Hardware Canucks is Looking for Writers

[SKYMTL]

Hardware Canucks is Looking for Writers

Hardware Canucks, the site you have all come to know and love is in the process of expanding our writing staff. We have several positions open for interested candidates. Please CAREFULLY read the following text before submitting your candidacy.

All correspondence should be sent to skymtl@hardwarecanucks.com


In order to qualify:

- Must be a resident of either Canada or the USA

- Have the ability to work within set deadlines

- Possess working knowledge of Excel

- Have knowledge within one or several disciplines listed below

- Ability to use Photoshop or an equivalent image editing program


In your submission you must include:

- A list of publications you have written for in the past (if applicable)

- Submit a 1000+ word review with an intro, body and conclusion of a product from within one of the positions listed below.

- Product photos taken on white background which closely mirror the ones you see in our reviews. There should be at least two overall product image and two macro images. Placed atop the product should be a piece of paper with your name hand written on it to confirm the validity of the image.


Optional:

- A 750+ word article presenting a technology, industry observations / direction, etc. within your chosen position(s) (Examples: “How USB 3.0 will Change External Storage” or “Small Form Factors: The Way of the Future”. The more unique the better.

OR

- A How To article using items within your chosen position(s)



Positions Open:


Audio (sound cards, amps, speakers, etc.)

Experience with PC and home audio setup / installation and benchmarking is a must for this position. In addition, ownership of a mid to high-end sound card and home theatre receiver is essential.


Cases

Note that this requires a larger than normal photo setup.


Desktop Systems and Notebooks

This position is unique as the reviewer will be required to present and benchmark pre-made systems. This could include anything from a Dell laptop to net-tops to full-fledged desktop systems.


HTPC / SFF

A working knowledge of HD decoding, transcoding performance, etc. is essential. A working mATX / SFF / ITX HTPC system is preferred but not essential. HTPC-oriented case reviews are also a possibility. A HDCP-equipped monitor or TV is essential.


Memory

Much like the motherboard category, we would appreciate it if you had knowledge regarding memory overclocking before applying for this position. A functioning current system is also required. In addition, confirmed HWBot or CPU-Z validated link of an overclock you have achieved is suggested but not required.


Motherboards

Some overclocking experience is a must along with knowledge of the various platforms and technologies. However, you don't have to be a "ranked" overclocker or have access to high-end cooling products. AM2 / AM3, LGA1366, LGA1156 etc. compatible hardware or a combination thereof is essential. A confirmed HWBot or CPU-Z validated link of an overclock you have achieved is suggested but not required.


Peripherals

Gaming mice, keyboards, etc. all fall into this category. If you are a gamer who knows the ins and outs of a good peripheral, this position may be for you.




Apply and be part of the team!

[CMetaphor]

Ha... once again.

I don't suppose my old TH2Go review still applies... considering i wrote it for the last round of "searching"?

[Arinoth]

I'd love to but i dont think i'm focused into one certain part of hardware over another.

[SKYMTL]

You don't have to be. Look at the current writers and take Lemonlime as an example. He has done reviews of cases and motherboards and in his past reviewing job did coolers and CPUs as well. AkG does storage, coolers, cases, peripherals, etc. Heck, every one of the current reviewers is like a well-honed Swiss Army knife.

One of the things we are looking for is people who can adapt their writing styles to different aspects of the industry.

[SKYMTL]

Originally Posted by CMetaphor

I don't suppose my old TH2Go review still applies... considering i wrote it for the last round of "searching"?

No.

The TH2Go review shows me that you can put sentences together but since it is a unique product, knowledge of it may not translate into knowledge within one of the areas listed above. Basically, you are half way there.

[Arinoth]

Originally Posted by SKYMTL

You don't have to be. Look at the current writers and take Lemonlime as an example. He has done reviews of cases and motherboards and in his past reviewing job did coolers and CPUs as well. AkG does storage, coolers, cases, peripherals, etc. Heck, every one of the current reviewers is like a well-honed Swiss Army knife.

One of the things we are looking for is people who can adapt their writing styles to different aspects of the industry.

Yeah, i just dont know if i know a product well enough yet, well maybe i am probably just doubting myself. I was told by my prof in material science that i write very good reports (A+ in the course) but i feel i may come up short writing a test review here. Nothing like low self confidence sometimes

Edit: Also don't own a digital camera or have access to one until May (when i should be living with the girlfriend again and can have you take pictures with her digital slr camera)

[martin_metal_88]

Wow there is many place open are we growing this fast? Hope to see new reviewer soon. Would be interesting for me but there is to many lack like...english...that's the biggest one:P Carry one in your search SKY or maybe you can go to TPU and steel some of their reviewer

[CMetaphor]

Originally Posted by SKYMTL

No.

The TH2Go review shows me that you can put sentences together but since it is a unique product, knowledge of it may not translate into knowledge within one of the areas listed above. Basically, you are half way there.

Until the release of Eyefinity, it was very much the Only surround-gaming peripheral device available. But now that Eyefinity is out, it's even more pertinent since it directly compares to it.

Oh well.

[martin_metal_88]

Originally Posted by CMetaphor

Until the release of Eyefinity, it was very much the Only surround-gaming peripheral device available. But now that Eyefinity is out, it's even more pertinent since it directly compares to it.

Oh well.

Maybe you should make a essay on Eyefinity to take your place in the HWC review team:P it would be nice to have you here.

[crazyhorsejohnny]

Martin just write it in French !!!

[SKYMTL]

Originally Posted by martin_metal_88

Wow there is many place open are we growing this fast?

Honestly, I'll take what I can get. If there are 5 talented people that apply and meet the needs I have outlined, there will be 5 more writers. Simple as that.

[martin_metal_88]

Originally Posted by crazyhorsejohnny

Martin just write it in French !!!

I already ask on the previous selection and it was denied. I will take additional english class read more on PS and exel and will try again in...2 years:P

[SKYMTL]

Originally Posted by CMetaphor

Until the release of Eyefinity, it was very much the Only surround-gaming peripheral device available. But now that Eyefinity is out, it's even more pertinent since it directly compares to it.

With upcoming surround gaming products from NVIDIA (to be introduced later this week) and the advent of 3D TVs, it is an expanding field to be sure. However, what I need is writers here and now for technologies that already have a huge install base.

Submit something and see where it goes.

[Thund3rball]

I think I may actually give this a go this time around. Not that I plan on leaving this to the last minute, but is there a deadline?

[SKYMTL]

No deadline. However, first come first served.