Commerce Content Editor at Yahoo! Inc. in Baltimore, Maryland

Job Description:

Yahoo is a global media and tech company that connects people to their passions. We reach hundreds of millions of people around the world, bringing them closer to what they love-from finance and sports, to shopping, gaming and news-with the trusted products, content and tech that fuel their day. For partners, we provide a full-stack platform for businesses to amplify growth and drive more meaningful connections across advertising, search and media.

Yahoo is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced editor to join its rapidly growing Commerce Content team. We're looking for a whip-smart commerce-content editor with a passion for shopping content - and the chops to speak to a broad, aged 35-65+ audience in a compelling, authentic voice. In this fast-paced environment, you'll edit articles in all categories, from beauty, style and home decor to health, wellness and tech. The formats are SEO-focused product reviews, best lists, trend coverage, roundups, deals and newsletters. You'll double down on shopping events like Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday and three-day holiday sale events. The right candidate is nimble enough to edit short, snappy deal posts and long-form roundups. Sense of humor, a spark and warmth are key. Commerce content experience is a must, and a background in service journalism for a 35-65+ audience is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• As one of the team's editing whizzes, you'll ensure Yahoo's commerce articles are thoroughly reported and researched, smart, informative, engaging and meet our editorial guidelines and standards


• Your work will establish our articles as best-in-class and differentiated from others in the market, ensuring they add value for the reader, while optimizing for SEO, engagement and revenue


• When needed, you'll be available to work on all holiday sale weekends, including but not limited to Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Prime Days, etc.


• Use data and analytics to guide content decisions


• Weigh in on visuals, guiding editors on image choices when necessary


• Work with commerce writers and editors across the Yahoo ecosystem


• Participate in lively and researched brainstorms for story ideas and topic focuses, guided by data


• Juggle multiple projects and articles at once with varying deadlines

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years editing commerce content for a mass audience, with a deep understanding of (and passion for) online shopping, internet trends and culture. Experienced editors welcome.


• Strong, fast and detail-oriented editor who works to improve writers' articles with an eye toward generating revenue


• Knack for crafting click-y headlines


• Familiarity with Yahoo's audience and voice


• Familiarity with Yahoo's competitors and the competitive landscape


• Experience editing different article types: from deals and voice-y, first-person stories to in-depth, researched and reported SEO articles


• Creative thinker with excellent editorial judgment


• Strong knowledge of SEO and best practices for optimizing content


• Deadline-driven, strategic thinker


• Self-motivated, yet enjoy working collaboratively


• Proven ability to be nimble and adjust quickly to trends, news cycles, and a constantly changing work environment


• Strong organizational and communication skills

Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form ( www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html ) or call 408-336-1409. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion ( www.yahooinc.com/diversity/ ) page to learn more.

The compensation for this position ranges from $72,750.00 - $151,250.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions, in addition to equity incentives. Yahoo provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.

Yahoo has a high degree of flexibility around employee location and hybrid working. In fact, our flexible-hybrid approach to work is one of the things our employees rave about. Most roles don't require specific regular patterns of in-person office attendance. If you join Yahoo, you may be asked to attend (or travel to attend) on-site work sessions, team-building, or other in-person events. When these occur, you'll be given notice to make arrangements.

If you're curious about how this factors into this role, please discuss with the recruiter.

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