Commerce Editor

Pardon•New York, NY

39d

About The Position

We are seeking a part-time Commerce Editor to build and lead Super Age’s emerging commerce editorial program. This role combines product curation, editorial writing, expert verification, brand outreach, and light testing coordination. You will help determine which products appear in upcoming drops, communicate directly with brands, ensure all claims and recommendations are accurate, and craft a trustworthy, elevated commerce voice for Super Age. You’ll collaborate closely with the editorial, partnerships, and design teams to deliver product selections and commerce stories that feel aligned with Super Age’s research-backed, longevity-focused mission. As the program grows, you may coordinate freelance testers or contributors to support additional coverage. This is a 10–15 hour per week contractor role with the potential to evolve as the commerce program expands.

Requirements

Experience in commerce editing, product journalism, or editorial roles involving product recommendations
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to match the Super Age voice
Ability to build relationships with experts, brands, and industry stakeholders
Experience rigorously verifying product claims and uphold editorial integrity
Comfort coordinating product testing and reviewing tester feedback
Familiarity with editorial workflows and tools (CMS, Airtable, Google Workspace)
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments
Genuine interest in longevity, wellness, performance, lifestyle products, and research-backed storytelling

Responsibilities

Product Selection & Commerce Editorial
Participate in determining which products will be featured in upcoming drops—evaluating editorial fit, longevity relevance, and category-testing criteria. Shape the story behind each product and communicate why it matters for our readers.
Brand Outreach & Relationship Building
Proactively reach out to brands to gather product details, confirm claims, secure samples, and obtain assets. Build and maintain relationships with brand partners to support a strong commerce pipeline.
Testing & Expert Verification
Coordinate product testing, either performed by you or freelance testers, and gather structured feedback. Verify claims with experts and studies when needed, ensuring a high level of accuracy, integrity, and trustworthiness in every recommendation.
Freelancer Collaboration
Identify and manage freelancers or testers who can support product reviews, assigning products and synthesizing their findings into clear, polished editorial.
Writing & Storytelling
Write compelling commerce content, including product descriptions, drop overviews, and editorialized recommendations. Maintain a clean, informed, elevated voice that aligns with Super Age’s tone.
Commerce Operations & Budget Awareness
Collaborate on budgets related to testing, freelancers, and expert verification. Support operational workflows as the commerce program matures.