Staff Writer (Satire), the Exploit

About the Role:

• This is a flexible, fully remote contractor position for a Staff Writer (Satire) at The Exploit, a publication focused on humorous takes on cybersecurity and tech.
• You will produce five satirical articles and five short-form videos per month, turning industry frustrations into entertaining content.
• You will work with a small, collaborative team and have significant creative freedom to develop recurring characters and concepts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pitch, research, and write approximately five original satirical articles per month (400-700 words) with a deadpan newsroom style.
• Transform selected articles into short-form social media videos (30-90 seconds) and develop original video-first concepts.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to refine ideas, maintain high content standards, and improve audience engagement.

Requirements:

• Proven professional experience in cybersecurity, software engineering, or related technical fields.
• Strong creative writing skills with a genuine sense of humor, especially in satire.
• Comfort with public visibility, including appearing under your own name and likeness in published videos.

What We Offer:

• Monthly base compensation of $600 USD for agreed deliverables, plus additional compensation for extra content.
• Performance-based earnings: 3% of advertising spend on content promoted through paid campaigns.
• Fully remote work with a flexible schedule, allowing you to maintain your existing professional career.