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Associate Commerce Editor

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BDG is seeking a full-time remote or hybrid Associate Commerce Editor to join our growing Commerce and Affiliate Marketing team. The team consists of editors and business strategists who create the affiliate content across all of BDG’s sites, including Bustle, Elite Daily, Inverse, Mic, and Scary Mommy. These articles, and the Commerce team broadly, operate separately from each site’s editorial team. Commerce articles are written to generate revenue from sales of products featured in the articles.

Examples of the kinds of articles you’d work on:

65 Cheap Things That Are So Genius That They Seem Expensive

People Who Stage Homes Say These Cheap Things Make Your Home Look Way Better

Bougie Clothes & Accessories On Amazon That Are Pure Genius

This is what happens when a veterinary nutritionist creates dog food

These Black Friday Deals Will Make You Feel Like The Smartest Shopper Out There

The 70 Weirdest, Most Clever Things We Found Under $25 On Amazon

The Associate Commerce Editor’s day to day will include editing articles to ensure they uphold editorial standards and successfully generate revenue; researching products and product categories in order to create compelling and informative content; analyzing traffic and performance data; and updating/optimizing legacy content to improve SEO and conversion rates. This role will work on content covering a wide range of product categories, including home improvement,

lifestyle, beauty, fashion, and technology.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented editor, persuasive writer, and product enthusiast with a mix of editorial and analytical skills. Candidates should understand how to tailor content to different audiences and platforms, as well as be comfortable looking at and interpreting data to understand shopping trends.

Responsibilities

Edit stories from Commerce writers for grammar, voice, product choice, and formatting.
Research products and interview experts across several categories, including beauty, tech, and home.
Update and optimize existing content.
Use analytics tools and data provided by business strategy teammates to monitor content performance and form recommendations to improve content.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in e-commerce or editorial—strong preference for background in affiliate content
Ability to write and edit in a brand-aligned, engaging, and persuasive tone that encourages product discovery and conversions.
Strong analytical mindset—comfortable reviewing performance data and making content optimizations based on key metrics.
Experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress or custom publishing tools.
Some experience managing writers
Experience using affiliate platforms such as Amazon Associates.

$65,000 - $69,000 a year

BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests of engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers.

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What You Should Know About Associate Commerce Editor, BDG

BDG is excited to announce an opening for the role of Associate Commerce Editor, an upbeat position that invites you to work remotely or in a hybrid setting with our passionate Commerce and Affiliate Marketing team. In this fulfilling role, you’ll collaborate with editors and strategists dedicated to crafting engaging affiliate content for our renowned sites, including Bustle, Elite Daily, Inverse, Mic, and Scary Mommy. The work involves not just editing but also nurturing the craft of writing with the goal of driving revenue through compelling product stories. Think along the lines of articles like '65 Cheap Things That Are So Genius That They Seem Expensive' and 'People Who Stage Homes Say These Cheap Things Make Your Home Look Way Better'—your contributions will help shape articles that captivate and convert readers into buyers. Your day will involve a mix of research, editing for clarity and voice, and optimizing content based on analytics to enhance user engagement and sales. If you have a knack for understanding consumer trends and a strong editorial background—ideally with 3+ years in e-commerce or affiliate content—this could be the perfect opportunity to flourish within a creative team dedicated to navigating the ever-evolving online shopping landscape. At BDG, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of storytelling while maintaining a culture of diversity and authenticity, so your fresh ideas and passion for products will be valued as you embark on this exciting journey with us.

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What responsibilities does the Associate Commerce Editor have at BDG?

The Associate Commerce Editor at BDG is tasked with editing articles for grammar and voice, conducting product research, and optimizing existing content. This role also involves analyzing performance data to make content recommendations, ensuring that the articles adhere to BDG's editorial standards while driving revenue through affiliate marketing.