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Janelle Commerce Writer + Editor

Randazza 978.590.0444 | janelle@janellerandazza.com |


linkedin.com/in/janellerandazza | janellerandazza.com


A commerce writer and editor with over a decade of experience, I’ve tackled and
finessed everything from consumer-focused how-tos to in-depth product reviews to
SKILLS seasonal gift guides. My work deftly walks the line of having high journalistic integrity
Copy Editing (AP Style)
with an eye toward the consumer while maintaining a business-focused mission.
Analytics (Parse.ly)
SEO Optimization EXPERIENCE
(SEMRush, Google Trends) REVIEWED, Part of the USA Today Network / Commerce Writer (5/19 – Present)
● Pitch, write, and source commerce-focused articles including product guides,
eCommerce (Amazon lab-tested reviews, shoppable lists, and partner content roundups
Affiliates, Skimlinks, Impact ● Fine-tune methodology for in-depth product reviews and comparative lists to grow
Radius, Trackonomics) our parenting audience and improve reader trust
Photo Editing (Canva, ● Write and edit reviews and buying guides for our fashion & style, home & kitchen,
PhotoShop) and beauty verticals; update evergreen articles from top to bottom, ensuring all
CMS (Presto, WordPress) content is relevant, current, and SEO optimized
● Conduct in-depth product testing using data analysis of products for family, home,
MS Office (Word, Excel, style, beauty, and gear coverage
Powerpoint) ● Conduct robust SEO research using Google Trends and SEMRush to identify trends
Google Docs & G-Suite and seasonality for coverage
Coding (Basic HTML) ● Worked cross-functionally with art, production, audience, and newsletter teams
● Significantly grew Reviewed’s Parenting vertical, increasing readership and overall
Project Management traffic, delivering a 32% increase in page views and a 370% increase in revenue YoY
(AirTable) ● Assist with newsletter creation
ㅡ ● Train freelancers and new employees on affiliate best practices and on CMS
functionality
SOCIAL MEDIA ● Assist in editorial planning and management of editorial calendar using AirTable
Twitter: @JanelleRandazza
FB: @jandazzatron Various publications / Freelance Writer (2008 – 2019)
IG: @jandazzatron ● Wrote on a variety of topics for a wide range of publications, including
LinkedIn: @janellerandazza USAToday.com, SheKnows, Parents.com, Weightwatchers.com, and more
● Distilled complex research studies and expert insight into understandable and
ㅡ readable articles in the tone and voice of the publication
● Conducted expert interviews and found and cited peer-reviewed studies to
EDUCATION establish expertise and build reader trust
Emerson College ● Developed a network of industry contacts and go-to experts in the fields of
CERTIFICATE parenting, outdoor gear, fashion, beauty, health, and home
Copy Editing & Publishing
Metal Flowers Media, World of Wonder, Bunim-Murray / Casting Director (1/10 – 6/13)
Salem State University ● Cast over 40 shows for major cable networks, including working on the
BFA Emmy-nominated teams for Project Runway and Naked & Afraid
Theater ● Known for in-depth interviews, clever pitch bios, and smart marketing copy
● Shot and produced casting reels with an eye toward character depth and story arc

HCPro / Managing Editor (6/08 – 5/09)


● Story planning, assigning, researching, writing, and editing for a monthly journal on
healthcare policy and regulations

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