Job Description
Condé Nast seeks an energetic and talented writer to support the Condé Nast Traveler commerce team. The ideal candidate person is a self-starter, very comfortable with pitching ideas, and is experienced with working from an editorial calendar. They’d possess a great attention to detail and can quickly write and produce web content in a fast-paced environment.
- Write, edit, and/or refresh 3-5 pieces of content per week—a mix of full-length hotel reviews, deals coverage, and rental and hotel roundups—ensuring copy is clean, brand guidelines are met, and SEO and affiliate best practices are implemented
- Assist with venue card production, working with both the Destination and Commerce editors as well as Art leads to ensure all venues have photos of appropriate quality and diversity, as well as article builds
- Oversee a database of hotel scouts and identify key opportunities for content refreshes accordingly
- Lead CNT’s deals coverage on site and in newsletters, staying up to date on promotions run by hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators
- Support editors in article creation and digital rollout for destination-related global brand franchises—including the Readers’ Choice Awards, Gold List, and Hot List
- Work with other CNT stakeholders to achieve editorial excellence throughout all platforms, including social, newsletter, and video
- Assist with shopping tentpoles as needed; pitch content to editorial leads
- 2-3 years of relevant commerce experience with a related brand(s) or media publisher
- Impeccable editorial judgment, writing, and ability to capture CNT’s voice to reach new and established audiences
- Proven ability to work independently, quickly, and remain organized and efficient
- Familiarity with affiliate networks preferred
- An understanding of the commerce media landscape and SEO best practices
- A passion for travel