Highlights
As a News & Deals Editor, you will join our Quality Team, a team of remote editors, producers, and fact checkers who work on our sizable library of existing articles to improve the reader experience, drive additional traffic, and ensure the accuracy of all of our content. People Inc.'s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Allrecipes, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | |
| Industry | Nonprofit Charitable Organizations |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Website | http://www.people-inc.org/careers |
Description
This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with People Inc. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.
People Inc. is looking for a remote editor to write timely content for Commerce. As a News & Deals Editor, you will join our Quality Team, a team of remote editors, producers, and fact checkers who work on our sizable library of existing articles to improve the reader experience, drive additional traffic, and ensure the accuracy of all of our content. News & Deals Editors may pitch news stories, write news stories, and update content.
As a digital publisher that reaches millions per month, People Inc. has the power and responsibility to create positive change. We are focusing our hiring efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion to build a team that reflects our mission for racial equity in everything we do.
Assignment Responsibilities:
We are looking for editors who can commit to 15-20 hours of work per week. The rate for this role is $30-33/hr. Applicantsmust live in the United States.
In this role, you will:
Research, pitch and write timely news content for publication on People.com.
Perform revisions, updates, and rewrites to content as needed according to specific project instructions and brand guidelines
Skills/Experience:
At least 3 years experience writing and/or editing in the Commerce space, preferably for a digital brand or news outlet
Well-versed in a variety of shopping trends and product categories, particularly home. Familiarity with current celebrity news is a plus.
Strong writing and editing skills
You’re able to easily adopt an established brand voice, and you adhere to strict brand and style guidelines like a pro
Journalism experience strongly preferred
Comfortable with content management systems
Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently, independently, and accurately
Comfortable working remotely
Access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection
About Us:
People Inc. is the largest print and digital publisher in America. Nearly 200 million people trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. People Inc.'s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Allrecipes, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
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About Company
People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.
Our History
In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.
Our Vision
People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.
Our Mission
People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.
Our Values
Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity