Commerce Partnerships Writer
<div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: italic;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: italic;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">. 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.</span></div><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Commerce Partnerships Writer</span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc. is looking for a writer to support the Partnerships News & Deals team to cover timely travel, fashion, and lifestyle-related shopping content on celebrities, trends, reviews, and more for </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: italic;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Travel + Leisure</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">. We’re looking for someone who can cover everything from single-product features to sale roundups and spot customer-loved pieces, seasonal and trending items, and more. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is passionate about and has experience with commerce-focused stories, can create quality content, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. </span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Assignment Details:</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><br><br></span></div><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">This is a 40-hour/week contract position with a rate of $32/hour beginning as soon as the right candidate is able. The contract duration is 6 months with the potential to extend. Writers must be based in the U.S. in EST and be comfortable working remotely or near the </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"> office in New York City. </span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Assignment Responsibilities: </span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><ul style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;"><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Pitch and write two shopping articles per day, averaging 8 to 10 per week</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Identify and carry out commerce content opportunities within various lifestyle categories including fashion, travel, and beauty, specific to </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: italic;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Travel + Leisure</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Write and update stories for commerce tentpoles like </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Black Friday and Prime Day with the flexibility to contribute to team goals off hours during these </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">events</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Work across various edit goals with different KPIs and content strategies</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Use data and analytics to brainstorm and guide content decisions</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Collaborate closely with numerous writers and editors both on and outside of the Partnerships Vertical </span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Monitor social media (TikTok, Instagram, etc.) for commerce opportunities, including viral products and celebrity mentions</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Build, edit, and update content within the CMS</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Reach out to high-quality experts to provide background information and quotes as needed.</span></div></li></ul><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 18.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Skills/Experience:</span></div><ul style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;"><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 12.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">A commerce writer with at least 2+ years of experience</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Passionate about and/or knowledgeable of the lifestyle commerce space and enthusiastic about finding the best products out there</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Experience covering tentpole shopping holidays like Black Friday and Prime Day</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Detail-oriented and deadline-focused</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Experienced in executing SEO best practices</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">A strong writer capable of creating engaging, lively headlines and working across several priorities at a time, all while keeping the T+L brand voice, values, and style in mind</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">A self-starter who can pivot seamlessly as new initiatives and priorities are identified </span></div></li></ul><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">The Commerce team spirit embodies these core competencies:</span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><ul style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;"><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">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.</span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Nimble Learning: You’re eager to actively learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. </span></div></li><li style="list-style-type: disc;font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">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.</span></div></li></ul><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">About Us:</span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"> is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"> brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.</span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"> </b></p><div dir="ltr" style="margin-top: 0.0pt;margin-bottom: 0.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters offering opportunities at </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: rgb(255,255,255);font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">People Inc.</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: 400;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">. If you are in conversations about a job opportunity and wish to confirm its validity, please reach out directly to hrconcerns@people.inc.</span></div><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">If interested, apply by emailing a PDF copy of your resume, three recent commerce writing clips, and a one-paragraph summary of your commerce experience to Bridget DeWald at </span><a href="mailto:bridget.degnan@people.inc" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(17,85,204);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: underline;">bridget.degnan@people.inc</span></a><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;"> and Michelle Parente at </span><a href="mailto:mparente@people.inc" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(17,85,204);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: underline;">mparente@people.inc</span></a><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;font-family: Arial , sans-serif;color: rgb(0,0,0);background-color: transparent;font-weight: bold;font-style: normal;font-variant: normal;text-decoration: none;vertical-align: baseline;">. Any application emails that do not adhere to these guidelines will not be considered. </span></b></p>
