Senior Editor, NBC Select

NBC News Digital is looking for a senior commerce editor to help shape and grow the commerce editorial strategy for NBC Select, the online shopping destination under NBC News. The senior commerce editor will oversee and refine Select’s affiliate content across key verticals, helping readers make smarter and more responsible purchasing decisions through authoritative, well-sourced, and data-driven stories. This role will have an elevated focus on franchise and content ownership — including managing high-impact series such as the 100 Best series and Talking Shop — and ensuring consistent editorial excellence and brand voice across these key initiatives. The ideal candidate has deep experience in commerce journalism, a strong understanding of affiliate performance and SEO strategy, and a passion for creating content that is both service-oriented and shoppable. This person will edit and manage a team of freelancers, collaborate across NBC News and NBC Select editorial teams, and help steer both day-to-day coverage and long-term content planning. Responsibilities: Own and manage key commerce franchises, including the 100 Best series and Talking Shop, ensuring each aligns with editorial, performance, and brand goals Assign, edit, and produce high-quality commerce stories that blend data, reporting, and expert sourcing Mentor and manage freelancers and support junior editors or writers with feedback, training, and editorial direction Contribute to and maintain editorial calendars, balancing evergreen updates with timely, news-driven opportunities Develop and refine content strategy around SEO insights, affiliate data, and seasonal shopping trends Collaborate cross-functionally with social, audience, and SEO teams to optimize story performance and discoverability Edit and elevate voice and tone across commerce content, ensuring consistency and clarity while aligning with NBC Select’s standards Analyze and iterate on performance metrics to inform future coverage and franchise developmen Represent the commerce team in cross-departmental meetings and brainstorming sessions