**Job Description** **_Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our mission to strengthen and empower the communities we serve._** **Staten Island Media Group** is looking for a **Shopping** **Commerce Writer** to create content which supports initiatives around online shopping and deals as part of our growing affiliate marketing initiatives. This position will produce content specific to shopping deals and trends, as well as provide recommendations across a range of product categories and verticals, including home, lifestyle, pets, and more. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of SEO and a business mindset geared toward driving significant and sustainable revenue and audience through best journalistic practices. You should be comfortable optimizing all shopping content for SEO and conversion, analyzing past content and making recommendations for future stories. We want a writer who is motivated and excited at the thought of growing a brand as well as expanding their journalistic skillset. The ideal candidate will be passionate about shopping across every category – from sourcing the best deals to tracking new trends that our readers will be excited to shop. In addition to writing articles daily, this position involves some editing and daily role tracking of key metrics to ensure content is performing to goal. We are looking for candidates who are highly competitive, detail-oriented and want to be part of an innovative team. This position pays between $50,000 - $60,000 annually. This position may be remote. **You should apply if you have:** + Experience in commerce and affiliate marketing or revenue generating initiatives + A passion for informing readers, building audiences and generating revenue + Familiarity with SEO best practices + Clean copy and the confidence to self-edit + A passion for digesting data and understanding audience metrics + The ability to work independently and prioritize appropriately + A competitive nature and mindset + Strong organizational skills and poise to handle multiple tasks at once + Ability to work weekends when necessary (e.g. Black Friday) **Required education, experience and skills** + Degree in journalism, English or communications, or related field preferred, or a combination of equivalent education and experience + Minimum 2 years’ journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing + Some experience building, maintaining and engaging an active audience + Experience writing about retail/shopping deals and promotions + Ability to work independently under deadline pressure and prioritize tasks appropriately + Proven reporting, writing and organizational skills + Solid understanding of news writing, journalism ethics and story structure + Experience with search engine optimization practices + Experience using social media to source and promote content + Demonstrated capability in capitalizing on high-value topics by engaging audiences in frequency and urgency Along with your resume, please include a cover letter with your application that details why you would be a good fit for this position, as well as samples of your writing skills and/or links to relevant clips. **Additional Information** Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for your healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan to help plan for your future, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave and an employee assistance program to support your work/life balance, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, as well as flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity. Staten Island Media Group is a part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52+ million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement. Our company is built upon the values of Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit www.advancelocal.com. The Staten Island Advance Media Group offers a comprehensive suite of print and digital advertising solutions to generate more leads, build your brand awareness and ultimately grow your business. As the largest, most trusted news source of relevant news and information on Staten Island, we make it easy to reach the customers your business needs to grow. _Advance Local Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law._ _If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information._ Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.