News Updates Editor, Commerce

People Inc.

1d•$30 - $33•Remote

About The Position

This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with People Inc. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes. People Inc. is looking for a remote editor to write timely content for Commerce. As a News & Deals Editor, you will join our Quality Team, a team of remote editors, producers, and fact checkers who work on our sizable library of existing articles to improve the reader experience, drive additional traffic, and ensure the accuracy of all of our content. News & Deals Editors may pitch news stories, write news stories, and update content. As a digital publisher that reaches millions per month, People Inc. has the power and responsibility to create positive change. We are focusing our hiring efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion to build a team that reflects our mission for racial equity in everything we do.

Requirements

At least 3 years experience writing and/or editing in the Commerce space, preferably for a digital brand or news outlet
Well-versed in a variety of shopping trends and product categories, particularly home. Familiarity with current celebrity news is a plus.
Strong writing and editing skills
You’re able to easily adopt an established brand voice, and you adhere to strict brand and style guidelines like a pro
Comfortable with content management systems
Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently, independently, and accurately
Comfortable working remotely
Access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection

Nice To Haves

Journalism experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Research, pitch and write timely news content for publication on People.com.
Perform revisions, updates, and rewrites to content as needed according to specific project instructions and brand guidelines