Compensation Overview

Red Ventures needs a senior writer to cover credit cards for Bankrate.. As a senior writer, you’ll cover credit cards in a variety of ways to help readers make better decisions about credit cards (from choosing them to using them and everything in between). You’ll write and update educational resource content already on the site, breaking credit card news, industry trends, and more. 

You’ll work with other writers, editors, and SEO experts on our team to conceptualize and execute on uniquely helpful ways to cover credit cards with a constant eye toward helping people use and navigate them smartly. In addition to following industry trends, you’ll also report and tell stories about regular people and their experiences with credit cards (from points and rewards to credit card debt), as well as experts inside and outside the company to better understand the industry on a path toward credit card expertise.

This role will help to identify content opportunities that have the potential to demonstrate a business impact on traffic, backlinks and/or brand mentions. Experience with social media strategy and/or multimedia video production is a plus but not required.

What You’ll Do:

• Produce high-quality, well-researched content at a strong pace
• Stay up to date on industry news and trends to identify, pitch and write content opportunities that are likely to have a business impact
• Update existing content for timeliness and accuracy
• Write following AP style and brand voice and tone guidance
• Check story drafts for errors, typos and linking opportunities
• Use Asana, Google Sheets and our Content Management Systems as part of our editorial workflow for tracking and production
• Embrace opportunities to mentor growing writers
• Follow Compliance standards to ensure content is legally compliant before publishing

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years writing/editing experience
• Passion for content creation and a track record of coming up with innovative approaches to complicated topics
• Experience writing credit card content; alternatively, writing bylines at top publications with a strong knowledge of the credit card and personal finance space

• Deep familiarity and experience with Google’s evolving search landscape and an understanding of SEO best practices related to YMYL content and EEAT
• An innovative thinker who regularly pitches new ideas and content types

• Willingness to write about credit card products and/or rewards programs that you personally use and recommend
• A portfolio of personal finance writing samples that showcase attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities while keeping up with content production pace
• Experience meeting tight deadlines while working independently
• Ability to collaborate with editors, designers, SEO team members, project managers and publishers, as needed 
• Familiarity with AP style and compliance with brand style guides 

Compensation:

• USA Compensation Range: $70,000-$90,000*
  • New York City Compensation Range: $70,000- $108,000* *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are:

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures (RV) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, RV helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures employs thousands of people across the US and Puerto Rico, with international offices in the UK and Brazil. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. 

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