Senior Editor, NBC Select , NY

Senior Editor, NBC Select job  York, NY.

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad‑supported streaming service.

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world‑renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. The well‑capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure‑play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content.

The spin‑off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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 develop men
• Represent the commerce team in cross‑departmental meetings and brainstorming sessions

• Minimum of 5 years of editorial experience, including at least 3 years in commerce or service journalism
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
• Proven ability to edit and manage freelancers or junior editors
• Experience working for a major media or news brand preferred
• Exceptional editing, writing,…