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FoodContentEditor(8-monthFTC)
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“Food Content Editor (8-month FTC) at Dentsu. Skills: Food content, Content creation, Editing, SEO. Craft engaging content. Write engaging content”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver programme of work; Increase content effectiveness; Ensure accuracy of content; Ensure integration of content; Delivery within budget; Achieve year on year efficiency; Increase audience reach; Increase audience feedback; Increase audience engagement; Achieve efficiencies in cost base; Achieve growth in media revenue; Effective stakeholder communication; Effective stakeholder coordination; Propose solutions; Implement solutions; Ensure content fits strategies; Ensure content fits objectives; Ensure written content accurate; Ensure written content clear; Ensure written content error-free; Uphold editorial standards; Adhere to legal compliance; Adhere to safety compliance; Uphold Waitrose brand guidelines; Uphold Waitrose governance; Control costs; Manage budget efficiently; Measure performance of content; Report on performance of content
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3-5 years editorial experience, Portfolio showcasing work, Writing skills, Solid understanding nutritional standards, Solid understanding UK government guidelines, Deep understanding SEO principles, Proficiency Adobe Creative Suite, Experience web content systems, Experience writing food-focused content, Organisational skills, Manage multiple projects, Meet deadlines, Excellent attention to detail, Accuracy in written content, Communication skills, Collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Basic HTML/CSS, Relevant Marketing qualification, Solid understanding Waitrose regulations, Solid understanding food safety regulations, Minimum Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3, HACCP Level 2, WSET Level 2 Wines, WSET Level 2 Spirits, Membership Guild of Food Writers
What You'll Do.
Craft engaging content
Write engaging content
Edit engaging content
Produce food features
Produce food franchises
Produce multi-format content
Produce multi-channel content
Translate business priorities
Maximise reuse of content
Act as point of contact
Align with guidelines
Align with brand voice
Support planning content
Support editing content
Support commissioning content
Support delivery newspaper
Support delivery digital formats
Meet production schedules
Create SEO-optimised content
Optimise recipe pages
Offer exciting content
Support development house style
Establish house style
Produce commercial content
Align with brand objectives
Maintain editorial integrity
Ensure content fits strategies
Ensure content fits objectives
Ensure written content accurate
Ensure written content clear
Ensure written content error-free
Uphold editorial standards
Adhere to legal compliance
Adhere to safety compliance
Uphold Waitrose brand guidelines
Uphold Waitrose governance
Work with customer service
Work with legal teams
Respond to customer feedback
Respond to customer questions
Manage budget efficiently
Ensure efficiency of spend
Ensure effectiveness of spend
Measure performance of content
Report on performance of content
Create content for events
Create content for experiences
Act as brand ambassador
Participate in internal events
Participate in external events
Adopt digital first approach
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with creators; Collaborate with stakeholders; Collaborate with internal teams; Collaborate with external teams; Collaborate with Dentsu Creative; Collaborate with Product Innovation; Collaborate with Art Direction; Collaborate with in house teams; Collaborate with agency teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Briefing; Commissioning; Proofreading; Editing; Stakeholder communication; Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Project management, Planning, Managing projects, Developing ways of working
Full Job Description
**Job Description:** _**Please note that this is a 8-month Fixed Term Contract role**_ **About the John Lewis Partnership** The Partnership is the UK’s largest employee-owned business and home to our two well-loved retail brands – John Lewis and Waitrose, as well as expanding into new areas beyond retail. We aren’t an ordinary business, though. The Partnership is different because everyone who works here isn’t just an employee. We are Partners, with a shared responsibility for our success, and we share the rewards when we’re successful. Everything we do is powered by our unique Purpose: **Working in Partnership for a happier world.** Our Purpose inspires our principles, drives our decisions and acts as our guide, so that everything we do contributes to Happier People, Happier Business and a Happier World. **Critical purpose of the role** Be a point of contact for food content in Waitrose. Skilled in crafting, writing and editing engaging content across multiple communication channels, including print and online (SEO). Responsible for commissioning and delivering food and drink news, features and franchises for omnichannel editorial and commercial Partnerships. An agile Food Content Producer who can adapt tone, style, and approach to suit different formats and platforms, producing high-quality content that resonates with passionate food lovers. Responsible for producing engaging multi-format, multi-channel content that translates business priorities into compelling storytelling, making weekly shopping a more exciting experience for passionate food lovers. Collaborate with food content creators to maximise reuse of recipe-led content in owned content marketing channels. **Primary Outcomes & Accountabilities ** Partnership Values: Act in accordance with the Partnership’s purpose and democratic principles, constructively participating in co-ownership, and demonstrating to customers and each other that it is a better way of doing business. Share your knowledge, experienc
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