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Tencent · US-California-Palo Alto · On-site

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About the role

Your benefits may be adjusted to reflect your location, employment status, duration of employment with the company, and position level. Benefits may also be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

What they're looking for

  • Experience: 5 + years of professional experience as a tech reporter, business journalist, or media correspondent, preferably covering Silicon Valley, AI, or enterprise tech
  • Technical & Business Acumen: Strong foundational understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning, semiconductor ecosystems, and venture capital mechanics
  • On-Camera Presence: Proven track record or comfortable on-camera presence for field reporting, video commentary, and live event coverage (reel or portfolio required)
  • Execution & Agility: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency, meticulous attention to detail, and sound editorial judgment under pressure
More about this role
  • Track, verify, and report on real-time industry developments, including major product releases, corporate earnings, regulatory shifts, and high-profile industry summits.
  • Write fast, accurate, and analytical news briefs under tight deadlines without compromising editorial integrity.
  • Produce long-form features, market breakdowns, and investigative pieces focusing on AI, semiconductor supply chains, venture capital trends, and frontier technology.
  • Unpack complex business models, technological architecture, and long-term industry implications for a discerning audience.
  • Cultivate and maintain an active network of confidential, firsthand sources—including founders, AI scientists, product managers, engineers, and VCs.
  • Go beyond PR wire distribution to uncover proprietary leads, inside perspectives, and original scoops.
  • Conduct high-level, independent interviews with C-suite executives, researchers, and prominent investors across North America.
  • Deliver engaging, professional video standups, field reports, and rapid video debriefs from major tech campuses, conferences, and breaking news events.
  • Collaborate with multimedia producers to adapt text reporting into dynamic...

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