Copywriter

The ideal candidate is a creative team player, talented wordsmith, and grammar sleuth. You will be responsible for developing marketing and communications content that will separate us from the crowd.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the art director, internal account teams and external clients to participate in all stages of the creative process, from brainstorming to conceptual development, thereby contributing to campaign ideas and strategies
• Produce written materials in a variety of formats, including print collateral (press materials, brochures), Web and interactive content, speeches and other thought leadership pieces, taking into account responses from the target community
• Ensure written materials are clear, concise and persuasive to help bring the program strategy to life
• Understand target audience to translate copy and design into compelling creative
• Proofread written work and online content
• Juggle multiple assignments and work in a high-pressure environment
• Manage time and establish priorities while maintaining flexibility to respond to changing demands
• Professionally and effectively communicate with clients, peers and producers, demonstrating sound reasoning and judgment skills
• Help communicate creative ideas in presentations to clients
• Understand the concept behind creative work and how it achieves client and business goals
• Stay on top of trends through business/industry monitoring and outside resources (e.g., research bodies, academics, industry gurus)

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in English or related major
• Excellent writing and editing skills with demonstrated experience in conceptual writing in marketing or advertising, Web, product, brand messaging and promotional copy
• Experience in an agency environment working with marketing, advertising or PR campaigns, including TV, print and social media preferred
• Ability to think strategically and conceptualize creatively
• Strong presentation and verbal communication skills
• Experience working on new business presentations and preparing creative themes and taglines
• Ability to work cross-functionally and with a fast-paced team
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to own projects, demonstrate good judgment when working with team members and client contacts, and take initiative
• Experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail