Associate Creative Director – Copy

Athena; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena is seeking an Associate Creative Director – Copy to elevate its brand voice and lead a team of writers. In this pivotal role, you'll craft compelling content across various channels, setting a high standard for copy quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Join a purpose-driven company that values your talent and creativity.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in copywriting and brand messaging.
• A portfolio showcasing versatility and storytelling.
• Proven success in leading writing teams.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the brand voice and messaging.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of writers.
• Collaborate across functions to drive impactful messaging.

Skills

Copywriting

Content Strategy

Brand Messaging

Mentorship

Collaboration

Job description

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At Athena, we’re transforming the way leaders work. As a delegation company, we pair top-tier executives with elite executive assistants who are backed by the world’s largest network of support professionals.

Our assistants do more than just save time — they provide exponential leverage. From talent recruitment to inbox management, building stronger relationships, and achieving personal and professional goals, Athena’s assistants empower leaders to focus on what matters most. The result? 10x more impact, greater efficiency, and more time to innovate and lead.

With over 2,500+ leaders supported (and counting), Athena is driving change at some of the world’s most iconic companies. The demand is growing rapidly, with a waitlist building by the day — a testament to the immense value we provide.

Joining Athena means becoming part of a purpose-driven team, dedicated to empowering the fiercely ambitious to reach their most audacious goals. Here, you won’t just support others — you’ll help define the future of work and elevate leaders at every level.

The Role

At Athena, words matter. They shape our brand, clarify our mission, and inspire our clients to achieve more than they thought possible.

We’re looking for an Associate Creative Director, Copy —a strategic thinker and masterful writer who can elevate our voice across every touchpoint. This is a pivotal role on our growing creative team, reporting to the Creative Director. You’ll lead the charge in crafting a distinct, compelling brand voice that is unmistakably Athena.

From bold campaign concepts to crisp product copy, you'll help shape how we show up in the world, and build a team that can scale that vision with consistency and care.

If you thrive in fast-moving environments, love words that work hard and feel good, and get energy from mentoring other writers, let’s talk.

What You’ll Do

Set the standard for copy at Athena

• Own and evolve our voice, tone, and messaging systems across channels
• Write high-impact content across marketing, brand, product, and internal comms
• Partner closely with design to create experiences where words and visuals work in harmony
• Treat copy as both a creative tool and a business lever—bringing clarity and purpose to everything we build

Build and lead a high-performing team

• Hire, mentor, and grow a team of in-house and freelance writers
• Create the systems and workflows that enable high-quality, high-velocity work
• Give thoughtful, actionable feedback that elevates the team’s thinking and execution

Work cross-functionally to drive impact

• Collaborate with teams across marketing, product, CX, ops, and beyond
• Help translate strategic goals into powerful, on-brand messaging
• Contribute to everything from campaign concepts and product launches to lifecycle content and internal storytelling

Champion clarity, consistency, and creativity

• Balance craft with speed—and know when to refine and when to ship
• Set a high bar for copy quality without slowing momentum
• Protect and evolve our voice as we grow

Your Experience

• 10+ years of experience in copywriting, content strategy, or brand messaging roles
• A portfolio that shows versatility, voice mastery, and storytelling across formats
• Experience owning a brand voice and messaging system—and evolving it over time
• Proven success leading and mentoring other writers
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and communication skills
• Comfort working cross-functionally and navigating ambiguity
• Bonus: background in B2B, tech, startups, or category-defining brands

Why you’ll love working here

At Athena, we believe in taking care of our people—because when you thrive, so does our team. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Health & Wellness – Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Financial Security – A competitive 401(k) with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Time to Recharge – Generous paid time off and holidays to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in You – Professional development opportunities, mentorship programs, and career growth support to help you reach your full potential.
• Community & Culture – We believe in fostering connection and collaboration through company-wide events, employee-led groups, and our Agora platform—a space where employees share ideas, access resources, and engage in meaningful discussions.
• Extras That Matter – Remote work flexibility, continuing education, and investment in tools to help you excel in your role.

We know benefits matter, and we’re committed to providing a package that supports your life, both inside and outside of work.

Want to learn more? Let’s talk!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Art/Creative, Writing/Editing, and Marketing

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services, Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting, and Software Development

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