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The Editor, Commerce will primarily focus on the publication of commerce content from our internal writers. The Editor will manage the writers, sending assignments and editing their copy, and work closely with our content director and production editor. It is vital that candidates have a strong service journalism background. This role will report to the Content Director. In this role, you will also assist and facilitate tasks of the larger editorial commerce team. Additional responsibilities include analyzing metrics, trends/market research and presenting key takeaways/findings to internal stakeholders, and writing content when necessary, for instance during major sales events. This person should be a multitasker who can work effectively and efficiently while managing multiple writers and supporting other cross-organization initiatives as needed.
Job Responsibility:
Manage the editorial process from start to finish – story ideation, creating content briefs, sending assignments, editing and production of commerce content
Edit 10-15 pieces of shoppable content roundups and breakout articles a week
Manage writers, including acting as primary point of contact, and utilizing editorial expertise to optimize content quality
Work closely with the larger editorial commerce team to determine which commerce pitches should be assigned to freelancers
Part of the core editorial team strategizing coverage for tentpole shopping events like Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Participate in commerce meetings to further growth, including: metrics analysis, story performance, future story ideas and promotions
Use analytics platforms/dashboards to understand real-time and historical data and trends to better inform decision-making on a daily basis and for future partnerships
Monitor and research trends and opportunities in the affiliate commerce landscape. Based on these trends, create strategies and recommendations to grow new partnerships and strengthen existing ones
Explore and pursue ways to grow the partnerships via content coverage
Assist with content-related cross-FOX initiatives
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years’ worth of digital experience (preferably in journalism or content-related affiliate commerce/marketing), including SEO expertise
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including application of AP style
Daily experience working within a CMS (familiarity with WordPress preferred)
Knowledge of analytics platforms (Ex: Adobe Analytics, Chartbeat, etc.)
Proven track record of editing revenue-driving articles (both deals-centric and evergreen)
Excellent time management and prioritization skills, meticulous and consistent follow up
Highly analytical, ability to interpret data, recognizing inflection points and key insights
Exceptional understanding of affiliate marketing landscape and ecosystem, key players, revenue models, etc.
Nice to have:
Bachelor’s degree
Familiarity with AP Style
Experience utilizing SEO tools and best practices
Strong understanding of the digital lifestyle and commerce spaces (tech, beauty, fashion, home, etc.) with both evergreen and deals coverage experience
What we offer:
medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits