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Location: MailMetroMedia Headquarters LondonPosition: PermanentAbout Mail Metro Media Mail Metro Media is the unified advertising division of dmg media, representing some of Britains most popular media brands; Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, MailOnline, Metro and Metro.co.uk and now the i and inews.co.ukReaching 1 in 5 UK adults every single day and over 70% of the population every month across all of our titles, we have the largest printed scale and most engaged websites in the UK.Our brands communicate to unique audiences from 16 to 75+ offering an unrivalled marketplace for brands to advertise.The Mail Metro team provides one single point of contact across print, digital and more, allowing agencies and advertisers easy access to the millions of consumers who engage with us daily. Each department is equipped to support seamless cross-platform delivery across all brands.Job IntroductionMailMetroMedia is seeking a Commerce Writer & Content Creator to join our growing team to create compelling shopping-focused articles & social videos including longer lead reviews and features.The enthusiastic candidate will have excellent writing skills and a strong background in commerce article creation ensuring they serve the best deals and effectively communicate why a product is a great purchase. Candidates must demonstrate previous experience in creating engaging, shopping centric video content and must be as comfortable in front of the camera as they are behind it.The writer will have their finger on the pulse of the latest consumer product must-haves specialising in technology verticals from domestic robots and smart home devices to pet treat dispensers, with a fluent understanding of affiliate platforms and a drive to grow MailOnline's UK Commerce offering.,Main ResponsibilitiesPitch and write excellent, accurate reviews and other shopping related articlesPlanning, shooting and editing shopping and review videos for Tiktok, Instagram Reels etcProactively pitching content ideas based on trends and insights to create increasingly effective articles & social video contentWrite shopping articles with a commercial focus to drive revenue and trafficWrite on-brand headlines and make use of the best pictures and videos to drive engagementHelp plan and execute annual sales events including Black Friday and Amazon Prime DayWork with Commerce Editor and wider team to create the best articles to be discovered on our own sites, on syndication partner sites and across social media and searchAttending press events, representing the company, establishing, and maintaining relationships with brandsLiaising with PR agencies to call in samples for articles reviews and use in social videosPerson SpecificationBachelors degree in journalismPrevious experience in producing shoppable content on digital platformsProven experience in creating engaging TikTok contentExcellent communication skills, written and spoken EnglishStrong commercial outlook, continually seeking ways to advance monetisaitonExperience using WordPress of similar CMS systemExperience creating affiliate links across third-party platformsExperience editing vertical video on software such as CapCut - Adobe Premiere is a bonus!Ability to identify viral trends and products and pitch compelling original video ideas aroundExperience dealing with PR agencies and a black book of contactsEffective communicator and team player who will collaborate with producers, journalists, editors, and the commerce advertisingUnderstand the difference between content that drives sales and content that supports wider business objectives e.g., raising brand awareness and audience engagement.Laser-focused, organised, and exemplifies meticulous attention to detailEnjoy working in a fast-paced environmentA team player with excellent interpersonal skillsWhy work for Mail Metro MediaBe part of the biggest media organisation in UKWork in a fast paced, vibrant environment where the core values of entrepreneurialism, purpose and excellence resonate in our daily activitiesWork with a range of creative partners and suppliersGain an unrivalled opportunity to shape the business and put your own stamp on itDelight our readers with exciting content, and impressive retail and travel experiencesJoin a distinct culture with a strong sense of family heritage behind itPackage DescriptionOur benefits package increases the longer youve been with us. Heres what to expect:25 days holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30)Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 3% Company contribution.Life cover under the Pension Plan 4x your basic salary.DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards)Subsidised canteenOnsite gym (Northcliffe House only)Onsite nurse and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only)Our Employee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounted dining cardsPlus many other benefits.Our CommitmentWe are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.