Copywriter

Publicis Groupe; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Work Your World program

Tuition assistance

Employee wellness

Job summary

Publicis Commerce is seeking a Copywriter to craft strategic creative recommendations aligned with client brand and budget, with 2+ years of shopper marketing copywriting experience. Hybrid work requires commuting to the Chicago office; portfolio link is essential for consideration.

Responsibilities include collaborating with account and creative teams, understanding shopper marketing, and presenting in new business contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications or related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in shopper marketing/CPG copywriting.
• Proficiency in Mac software programs.
• A well-rounded portfolio of conceptual work, with strong writing, editing and grammar skills.
• Self-starter personality with enthusiastic, “can do” attitude in accepting work/new challenges.
• Effective interpersonal skills, working well across functions.
• Conscientious work ethic.
• High level of organization, attention to detail and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with account and creative teams to develop concepts that meet predetermined objectives and strategies.
• Develop an understanding of the Shopper Marketing discipline.
• Assist team in creative execution, from initial concepts through production phase.
• Engage in new business presentations and spec work for potential clients.
• All other duties as assigned by Associate Creative Director.

Skills

2+ years shopper marketing copywriting

Mac software

Portfolio writing/editing/grammar

Self-starter attitude

Interpersonal collaboration

Conscientious work ethic

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Communications

Tools

Mac software programs

Job description

Company description

About Publicis Commerce: Informed by data, our passionate team strives to deliver Hero Moments for our clients’ brands in the final mile of the retail customer journey. We pride ourselves on being able to provide winning client solutions delivered across 7 core capability areas: Data & Consumer Insights; Shopper Marketing & Integrated RTM; Field Marketing; Events & Activations; Promotional, Risk, Reward & Loyalty and Retail POS Strategy.

Overview

We’re looking for a Copywriter. This person works closely with their assigned team to provide strategic creative recommendations that align with the client’s brand/retailer objectives and budget. This position requires at least 2 years of shopper marketing experience copywriting for CPG brands. Please include your portfolio link with your application-- resumes without portfolio links will not be considered. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to our Chicago office for a hybrid work schedule.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with account and creative teams to develop concepts that meet predetermined objectives and strategies
• Develop an understanding of the Shopper Marketing discipline
• Assist team in creative execution, from initial concepts through production phase
• Engage in new business presentations and spec work for potential clients
• All other duties as assigned by Associate Creative Director

SKILL SETS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications or related field
• 2+ years of professional experience in shopper marketing/CPG copywriting required
• Proficiency in applicable Mac software programs
• A well-rounded portfolio of conceptual work, with strong writing, editing and grammar skills
• Self-starter personality with enthusiastic, “can do” attitude in accepting work/new challenges
• Effective interpersonal skills, working well across functions
• Conscientious work ethic
• High level of organization, attention to detail and innovation

Additional information

• Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
• Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
• Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
• Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
• Matching Gifts programs
• Flexible working arrangements
• ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
• Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances

The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.

We also offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits.

Publicis Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [e-mail].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Compensation Range: USD $66,120.00 - USD $91,350.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/28/2026.