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January 28, 2008

TED Tech-Spotter

Here is a fun telecommuting job for someone. It's playing "tech-spotter" for the ever-eclectic TED conference:

Tech-spotter / Researcher
To keep TED at the absolute forefront of all things interesting, we're hiring a part-time researcher/tech-spotter to continually scan the cultural horizon and report back on the technologies, ideas and people we need to know about, for possible inclusion in our conference, website and/or blog. In particular, you'll be scouting for: jaw-dropping, just-out-of-the-lab technology demos; spell-binding speeches that have been captured at other events; fascinating people with big ideas and an ability to articulate them; stunning works of art -- visual or performance; hilarious cultural oddities. We'll ask you to deliver concise weekly reports with your best finds. At times, we'll have specific assignments, as well.

This is an absolute dream job for the right person. It's a part-time contract position, and can be done from anywhere. We'll expect you to have:

• Great taste, and a TED sensibility of what's interesting, inspiring and important
• Convincing tech instincts... you know the real deal when you see it
• Solid writing skills
• Ability to work independently and reliably hit deadlines
• A passion for TED

To apply, email us at jobs@ted.com with the word "Researcher" in the subject line. Include 5-10 great examples of things you've spotted that we should know about.

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