Commerce Writer

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

E! News is looking for a Commerce Writer to help write and edit engaging shoppable content for NBCU Entertainment brands. This person will be responsible for pitching, writing and editing shoppable articles, making informed decisions to optimize content based on SEO, audience engagement and brand priorities.

This role will work closely with brand leads and NBCU Commerce Partnerships, combining creative and technical skills within the e-commerce landscape to grow shopping engagement across the NBCU portfolio. The ideal candidate should be able to use data and analytics to drive editorial decisions with a firm understanding of SEO, social media and affiliate marketing.

Responsibilities
• Write and edit 2-3 assigned and self-pitched commerce articles daily, consisting of rounds-ups, entertainment gift guides, first-person product reviews and social trends
• Craft compelling headlines and visually compelling images
• Brainstorm & assist in building out monthly e-commerce content calendar
• Assist with the creation of social videos, pitching ideas, identifying viral trends, emerging creators, second beats and shareable headlines
• Monitor competitors, industry trends and how stories are performing to aid and optimize content strategy

Qualifications

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience as a shopping, pop culture or marketing writer
• Digitally savvy with experience creating content in a CMS for various digital & social media platforms and writing for SEO
• Excellent copy writing skills with brand-appropriate copy that drives action
• An idea-generator with opinions on how to meet and grow traffic and sales
• Has an eye for trends, both in terms of lifestyle/fashion and pop culture
• Familiar with top entertainment and lifestyle sites and blogs, and with current celebrity news
• Photo & video editing with Canva, Photoshop, Premier Pro or similar a plus
• May be asked to work evenings and weekends

Desired Characteristics:
• Hard-working, dedicated and detail-oriented
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Effective communication skills and strong collaborator who can work across multiple departments
• A passion for pop culture, fashion, and lifestyle

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $65,000-$85,000

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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