News & Deals Commerce Editor
People Inc.
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News & Deals Commerce Editor
The Commerce News and Deals team at People Inc. is looking for a sharp, experienced digital editor to write and edit shopping stories at the intersection of beauty, celebrity, and style for InStyle.com. This person will edit multiple stories per day on a timely basis, ensuring clean, optimized copy in the InStyle voice.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is passionate about shopping and product recommendations, especially in the beauty and fashion space, and knowledgeable about trending, keyword-driven content and parsing data to make informed editorial decisions.
Assignment Details:
40 hours a week
Start date: ASAP
End date: 4-6 months with potential to extend
Hourly Rate: $37
Location: Remote - US
Assignment Responsibilities:
Edit at least four shopping stories per day for InStyle, moving quickly to keep up with the pace of news and making timely decisions to keep the team moving forward
Occasionally pitch and write articles, with the primary focus of generating affiliate revenue
Update existing documents when needed, using style guide, data insights, and editorial judgement to make accurate revisions
Use data and analytics to brainstorm and guide content decisions
Monitor social media (TikTok, Instagram, etc.) for commerce opportunities including celebrity recommendations and viral products
Work collaboratively with writers and editors, as well as those on corresponding teams, to meet shared objectives
Attend and participate in weekly team meetings
Skills/Experience:
At least 2 years of experience in the digital editorial space for an online publication
Knowledgeable about the InStyle voice; interested in or familiar with style, beauty, and pop culture/celebrities
Experience with commerce content and affiliate linking
Comfortable with digital media metrics and tools, such as CMS platforms and Google Analytics
Familiar with SEO and affiliate linking best practices
You’re a quick learner who is excited about commerce media, eager to take on new challenges, and able to identify new content opportunities
You’re a flexible, organized person who is able to handle multiple tasks at once, and seamlessly pivot and re-prioritize tasks as needs change
Ideally, you have a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
Applicants who share links of recent work (personal social, business, or portfolio) will be prioritized
People Inc. is the largest print and digital publisher in America. Nearly 200 million people trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. People Inc.'s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Allrecipes, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
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