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Staff Writer - Running Shoes

Join the World's Leading Product Review Company as a Staff Writer - Running Shoes! This is your opportunity to make a real impact in the industry. You'll dive deep into the latest technologies and your expertise and passion will be crucial in setting industry standards and driving innovation. Help shape the future of product reviews and become part of the trusted source consumers rely on to make informed purchasing decisions based on their needs!

At RTINGS.com, we strive for our writers to have the best knowledge and understanding in the industry – no matter what product we’re reviewing or article we’re writing. We have a collaborative environment that values transparency, teamwork and developing expertise. We have the best tools and resources in our lab to be able to dig deeper and understand how products and technologies work in a way that ensures our reviews represent the best knowledge and experience available anywhere. 

Are you an expert, or strive to become one? If so, we have the environment to help you succeed and deliver a meaningful impact at the largest independent review website. 

Overview of what we offer: 

  • Very competitive salaries
  • Flexible schedule
  • Fully paid collective insurance benefits
  • RRSP employer contribution
  • Fitness reimbursement contribution  
  • Commute benefit contribution  
  • Employee referral program  
  • Culture of fun and get together 
  • When working at the office, beverages are on us 

Responsibilities

Testing of running shoes is performed by a different role. The primary responsibility of the Staff Writer is to use the results from testing to understand how a product performs and where it fits in the market, and to communicate this understanding through various types of work:

Personality 

  • You love to run and understand the performance aspects of athletic footwear; You must be able to understand, describe and differentiate running shoes
  • You love doing research and comparing products. You typically spend weeks researching before buying something
  •  You like helping people. The whole purpose of our website is to help people find the best product for them
  • Keep up to date with the market news, discussions and opinions surrounding running shoes and equipment 
  • You are good at explaining complex subjects 

Qualification/Experience 

  • Advanced Runner (F):
    • 5k: <23:30min
    • 10k: <52min
    • 21k: <1h52min
  • Advanced Runner (M): 
    • 5k: <20min
    • 10k: <45min
    • 21k: <1h45min
  • Strong English communication & writing skills
  • Strong analytical skills 
  • Fast learner 
  • Previous experience writing product reviews and/or working in retail/sales is a bonus  
*We're open to hiring either an entry-level candidate, or one with more experience as follows:

Writer I
Entry level position, but other levels can be achieved within two years of employment.
Salary range: $50-$60k
  • Less than two years of professional writing experience
Writer II
Note: Further advancement exists beyond this role.
Salary range: $60-$70k
  • More than two years of professional writing experience
  • Deep interest and understanding of running shoes

Does this position interest you?    

Don't hesitate any longer, apply and come join our amazing team!  

Disclaimer:
 
For Quebec candidates: It is important to note that proficiency in English is required due to the international reach of our company, and the need to interact with users, suppliers, customers, etc., outside Quebec. We thank you for your understanding.

RTINGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 

 

Salary

$50,000 - $72,000 CAD

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