DC Thomson

Commercial Writer

DC Thomson  •  London, GB (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

We’re looking for a Commercial Writer to join Stylist Studios and create standout branded content that delivers real impact. This role sits at the heart of our commercial content function, producing high-quality, data-led storytelling that drives measurable engagement while meeting client objectives and maintaining Stylist’s editorial standards.

You’ll work across the full Stylist ecosystem, including print, digital articles, email and social, helping to bring co-branded campaigns to life from brief through to publication. Along the way, you’ll contribute ideas, shape creative approaches, and collaborate with a wide range of teams to ensure every piece of content performs.

This is an opportunity for someone who combines strong writing skills with a curious, analytical mindset—someone who understands how content connects with audiences and converts attention into value.

Key responsibilities:

  • Produce compelling, high-quality written content for commercial campaigns across multiple platforms
  • Support delivery of co-branded campaigns from concept to publication
  • Contribute to content ideation, shoots, events and social executions where required
  • Use performance insights to optimise content and improve future output
  • Ensure all work meets editorial standards, brand guidelines and client expectations
  • Collaborate closely with designers, producers, editorial teams and analytics specialists

What success looks like:

  • Content consistently delivered on time and to brief
  • Strong engagement metrics (e.g. dwell time, click-through, completion rates)
  • High editorial accuracy and minimal revisions
  • Positive campaign performance and client satisfaction

Requirements

Essential:

  • Strong writing and content creation skills, with the ability to produce clear, engaging and audience-focused copy
  • Experience or understanding of digital publishing across multiple channels (e.g. CMS, email, social)
  • Ability to interpret performance data and apply insights to improve content effectiveness
  • Excellent research skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Experience working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable:

  • Editorial or media internship experience, or equivalent
  • Understanding of SEO fundamentals and content optimisation
  • Familiarity with branded or commercial content environments

Behaviours we’re looking for:

  • Takes ownership of deadlines and delivers high-quality work
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy
  • Uses data and feedback to continuously improve
  • Proactively contributes ideas and challenges constructively
  • Works effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Maintains high standards under pressure

To apply: Please follow our online application process and submit your CV and cover letter.

Closing date: 4th June 2026 at 12:00 noon

DC Thomson

About DC Thomson

DC Thomson is a family-owned business headquartered in Scotland, with a presence in London and across the globe. A 200-year-old company that is purpose led and future focused. And our purpose is clear: to champion, entertain and bring together our communities.

We are home to some of the UK’s best loved media brands that have been the voice of our communities for generations – from the iconic Beano, Stylist and People’s Friend to the UK’s biggest puzzle brand Puzzler and a portfolio of regional newspapers and radio stations including two of the top three best-selling regional dailies in the UK - The Press and Journal and The Courier. We have a thriving genealogy community (Findmypast), a trusted technology solutions business (Brightsolid) and a global marketing agency (Fifth Ring). From our long-established media brand, Energy Voice, an influential authority in the global energy conversation, we launched E-FWD, a membership organisation where the industry’s forward thinkers are coming together to drive the movement to secure, clean energy.

We have the influence and ambition to make a real difference towards tackling the critical issues of our time. Assets and knowledge built over decades of supporting high growth, innovative businesses allow us to make bold, long-term visionary decisions. DC Thomson is backing businesses that are making an impact in energy transition, water technology, the circular economy and food security amongst others.

Philanthropy and supporting the communities we live and work in is part of DC Thomson’s DNA, both through our brands and the Thomson family trust – The Northwood Charitable Trust.

At DC Thomson, we are modernising and ambitious, investing in technology and talent, and building brands for the digital age.  A trusted partner that is driving positive change, inspiring innovation, and fuelling growth and success and a transformative business where people, partners and communities feel part of something extraordinary.

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Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Dundee, GB
Year Founded
1905
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