Commerce Writer, Food & Wine

About The Position |

• Regularly write and update product reviews and lists for Food & Wine, maintaining high-quality standards along the way

• Find and interview expert sources to provide background information and quotes for our lists and reviews

• Research and write supplemental content like factors to consider, pros/cons, FAQs, and more 

• Use SEO tools, knowledge of the brand, competitor research, and market research to identify content improvements or adjustments

• Research new products, models, and trends to make sure we’re making the best recommendations to our readers

• Assist in our testing process, whether evaluating and photographing products at home, writing up results, attending lab testing days, or gathering insights from testers or experts

• Contribute news and deals content during tentpole events and as needed

About The Team: |

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This person will report to an Associate Editorial Director and join a team of talented editors and writers who collaborate closely with various departments: News and Deals, Editorial, Social, Growth, Research & Testing, Production, Video, etc.

Food & Wine celebrates the global epicurean experience with its award-winning magazine, website, social platforms, newsletters, podcasts, premium events such as the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and accolades like its annual Best New Chef awards. With rigorously tested recipes and the most trusted restaurant, drinks, culinary travel, and home coverage, the brand inspires and empowers people to discover, create, and devour the best in food and drink—every day and everywhere. Our New York City- and Birmingham, Alabama-based editors are committed to our core values of inclusivity and hospitality, and we strive to offer a welcoming, informative, entertaining, and respectful experience for all people. FOOD & WINE is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.

About The Positions Contributions:

Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

70% Writing and Updating Content

30% Researching and Testing Products

The Role’s Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements

Education:

• College degree or equivalent experience required; culinary school or professional cooking experience a bonus

Experience:

• 2-3 years writing experience at an online publisher, ideally in the food space

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:

• A product enthusiast who spends time shopping and obsessing over purchases, particularly for the kitchen and entertaining

• Passionate about food, cooking, and drinks

• Detail-oriented and deadline-focused with solid writing skills, as well as a basic understanding of what works on the web

• Strong writer, capable of creating engaging, lively headlines and blurbs, all the while keeping the Food & Wine voice, values, and style in mind

• Self-starter who can pivot seamlessly as new initiatives and directives are identified

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