Food News and Deals Writer, Commerce Job at Dotdash Meredith in Richmond

MediabistroRichmond, VA, United States

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

Food News and Deals Writer, Commerce role at People Inc. Agency Worker opportunity. The Commerce News and Deals team is looking for a smart, sharp writer to cover timely, food-related shopping content, including sale roundups, celebrity-approved items, single product reviews, and customer-loved pieces. The writer will pitch and write multiple stories per week from an editorial point of view, using affiliate links so readers can purchase the products. The candidate should understand online shopping, affiliate content, and the voices of People Inc. brands, including Food & Wine and Serious Eats.

The right candidates will be knowledgeable about shopping online, parsing data to make informed pitch decisions, passionate about kitchen products and cooking, and able to create search keyword-driven content.

Assignment details

40 hours a week
Start date : ASAP
End date : 2 months
Hourly Rate : $35
Location : Remote - US or NYC People Inc. office

Responsibilities

Write at least two shopping stories per day, moving quickly to keep up with the pace of news and making timely decisions that keep the needs of the team moving forward.

Craft creative and thoughtful pitches related to timely topics, food news, sale events, and more.

Build partnerships and work collaboratively with writers and editors on this team and others to meet shared objectives.

Reach out to high-quality experts to provide background information and quotes as needed.

Attend and participate in weekly team meetings and be available to work on tentpole events.

Skills / Experience

A strong editorial writer well-versed in a variety of product categories.

Knowledgeable about shopping, cooking, and the voices of People Inc. food brands.

Experienced with commerce content and affiliate linking.

Familiar with SEO and affiliate linking best practices.

Comfortable with digital media tools such as CMSes and Google Analytics.

Ready to take on new challenges, identify and seize new opportunities, and step up to handle tough issues.

Ideally, you have 2+ years of related experience.

Food photography / video skills a bonus.

The Commerce Team Spirit Embodies These Core Competencies

Manage Ambiguity : You can comfortably deal with change and can decide / act without the total picture. You remain calm and productive while dealing constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.

Nimble Learning : You’re eager to actively learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.

Self-Development : You want to seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. You show a personal commitment to continuously improving, accepting stretch opportunities, and making the most of available development resources.

How to apply

If interested, apply by emailing a resume, three writing clips, and a short cover letter detailing why you’re right for the job to Phoebe Sklansky at [email protected]. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters offering opportunities at People Inc. If you are in conversations about a job opportunity and wish to confirm its validity, please reach out directly to [email protected].

About People Inc.

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. includes brands such as PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Allrecipes, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.

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