Job Title

Commerce Writer, Food & Wine

Job Description

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

% Travel Required (Approximate): 0%

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

Pay Range

Salary: Remote US: 60,000.00 - $70,000.00

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith’s total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.

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