SSENSE is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else™. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.
Job DescriptionReporting to the Editor, the Associate Editor, English sub-edits SSENSE content across editorial, social and content marketing. The Associate Editor ensures that all content is accurate, in line with guidelines and tone of voice and free from grammatical and spelling mistakes. They ensure the best-in-class quality of our editorial across all owned and operated channels. The ideal candidate has meticulous attention to detail, excellent English writing skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
What you will do:
Copy-editing (90%):
- Copy-edit editorial, social and content marketing according to guidelines while holding strict standards of quality control to ensure content is consistent and accurate
- Develop SSENSE processes, point of view and creative direction while maintaining a rigorous schedule that meets deadlines, capacity and quality targets
- Co-develop and execute on content strategies for ad-hoc requests and projects while displaying ability to work with limited supervision
Continuous Improvement (10%):
- Recommend opportunities to standardize and optimize procedures related to product copy services
- Takes a broad perspective to problems and spots new and less obvious solutions while acting as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, Liberal Arts, Journalism or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years experience in writing and sub-editing, ideally as part of a content team in a high-volume production environment for an English-speaking market
- A strong proofreading and subbing background in fashion e-commerce, an asset
What Sets You apart:
- Detail-oriented writer
- Strong research skills
- Ability to work effectively to meet tight deadlines
- Team player
- Creative and agile thinker who is self-motivated
Why join us:
- Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage
- Parental top up program
- Generous Employee Discount
- Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program
- Savings and retirement plan matching contributions
- Gender Affirmation Coverage
- Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology
SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!
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What We Do
SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Co-founded in 2003 by brothers Rami, Firas, and Bassel Atallah, and headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything ElseTM .
SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content. SSENSE generates an average of 100 million monthly page views. Approximately 80% of its audience is between the ages of 18 to 40. It is privately held and has achieved high double digit annual growth and profitability since its inception.
We are always on the lookout for top talent to join us as we embark on bold and challenging initiatives. At SSENSE, each employee plays a critical role in driving the organization’s strategic plan forward. Join a world class team continuously pushing the limits of traditional e-commerce in the relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.
