Commerce Editor

About Condé Nast

Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others. Condé Nast Entertainment was launched in 2011 to develop film, television and premium digital video programming.

Job Summary

The Commerce Editor will execute a clear content strategy aligned with the brand strategy, writing and editing shoppable and engaging editorial content. This role requires a strong background in the beauty industry and a deep understanding of the affiliate world. The editor will be responsible for editing a high volume of stories, writing as needed, determining content clusters, and reporting on performance metrics. This role reports to the Senior Commerce Director for Allure.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a roster of freelancers, including pay scales and deadlines, and develop new writer talent.
• Maintain and optimize Allure’s testing methodologies and ensure best UGC processes and practices.
• Drive a clear editorial point of view for product and shopping recommendations appealing to the Allure reader.
• Partner with the commerce team on shoppable newsletters.
• Apply SEO and GEO best practices to commerce-driven posts and the commerce editorial calendar.
• Pitch and execute commerce partnerships.
• Identify commerce opportunities by studying purchasing data, tracking site analytics, performing competitive analysis, and researching consumer trends.
• Participate in editorial meetings and collaborate with vertical editors to develop commerce opportunities.
• Coordinate closely with the Commerce and Audience Development teams to share data and best practices.
• Partner with affiliate link partners to optimize revenue, and build relationships with retailers and brands.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years editing commerce content at a digital property, with prior beauty writing experience.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage a daily content calendar and shopping tentpoles.
• Experience managing a team and working with freelancers.
• Demonstrated experience in beauty product testing, documentation, and creating video-forward commerce content.
• Familiarity with building and executing content across site, social, and newsletters strategically and efficiently.
• Solid knowledge of SEO tactics to attract a buying audience.
• Experience analyzing performance across verticals, categories, retailers, and content types to optimize for revenue.
• Experience managing product sourcing logistics at a digital property.
• Strong organizational skills, a self-directed work style, and polished communication skills.
• A self-starter who relishes accelerating the growth of Condé Nast’s commerce business.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary range is $80,000-$94,000. Salary offers are based on skills, training, experience, and education. Successful candidates may also be eligible for discretionary bonus compensation and a generous employee benefits package.

This is a guild position.

What Happens Next?

Interested candidates should apply below. Resumes and cover letters can be updated via the candidate profile.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.

Key skills/competency

• Commerce Editor
• Beauty Industry
• Affiliate Marketing
• SEO
• Content Strategy
• Editorial Content
• Performance Metrics
• Retail Partnerships
• Content Calendar
• Freelancer Management