Copywriter

Tonic3; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer Time Off

Equipment provided

Training budget

Job summary

Tonic3 in Chicago is seeking a Copywriter for Print & Digital to join its integrated in-house agency. You will craft messages across client statements, product materials, emails, and more, in collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure brand voice consistency.

Requirements include 3+ years of copywriting across digital and print, a Bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism/Marketing, and a strong portfolio.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional copywriting across digital and print channels, including email campaigns, landing pages, digital advertising, direct mail, and other communications.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable working in Figma and leveraging creative AI tools.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with mastery of AP Style and grammar.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to write concise, intuitive copy.
• Naturally curious and eager to understand our client’s products, services, and audiences.
• Able to adapt voice and style for different markets and channels.
• A true collaborator who thrives in team environments and values feedback.
• Can work under pressure and manage workloads effectively.
• Previous agency experience.
• An online portfolio showcasing your strongest work, including examples relevant to e-mail and direct mail, is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and write compelling, engaging copy across a wide range of deliverables, including video scripts, taglines, social media content, motion graphics, style guides, playbooks, marketing materials, and more.
• Provide innovative and out-of-the-box ideas when approaching messaging goals for complex creatives, ensuring content captures audience attention effectively.
• Partner with other creatives to deliver cohesive storytelling across channels.
• Ensure accessibility standards and best practices are applied to multimedia content.
• Adapt messaging and content for various audiences, formats, and digital environments.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high creative standards.
• Remain curious and constantly learn about new marketing trends, enhancements, and writing techniques, proactively introducing fresh ideas to the team and reflecting core principles of curiosity and boldness in your approach.

Skills

Copywriting

Digital & Print

Editing

AP Style

Audience targeting

Collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Figma

Creative AI tools

Job description

Do you love crafting words that connect, inform, and inspire? At Tonic3, we’re searching for a Copywriter, Print & Digital, to join our team and be part of an integrated in-house agency, where creatives collaborate with client partners to deliver exceptional work. This is a chance to make a real impact - your writing will be seen by audiences across the country, shaping how thousands of people engage with a leading Fortune 500 brand.

Position Overview: Embedded within our client’s in-house agency, the Copywriter, Digital & Print partners closely with creatives and cross-functional teams to craft messages that are accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand voice. This role supports a variety of projects - from client statements and letters to product materials, emails, and more - ensuring every piece of communication connects with its audience.

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year.

Location: (3 days per week in office, 2 days remote)

What You’ll Do:

• Create and write compelling, engaging copy across a wide range of deliverables, including video scripts, taglines, social media content, motion graphics, style guides, playbooks, marketing materials, and more.
• Provide innovative and out-of-the-box ideas when approaching messaging goals for complex creatives, ensuring content captures audience attention effectively.
• Partner with other creatives to deliver cohesive storytelling across channels.
• Ensure accessibility standards and best practices are applied to multimedia content.
• Adapt messaging and content for various audiences, formats, and digital environments.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high creative standards.
• Remain curious and constantly learn about new marketing trends, enhancements, and writing techniques, proactively introducing fresh ideas to the team and reflecting core principles of curiosity and boldness in your approach.

Who You Are:

• 3+ years of professional copywriting experience across digital and print channels, including email campaigns, landing pages, digital advertising, direct mail, and other communications.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable working in Figma and leveraging creative AI tools.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with mastery of AP Style and grammar.
• Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to write concise, intuitive copy.
• Naturally curious and eager to understand our client’s products, services, and audiences.
• Able to adapt voice and style for different markets and channels.
• A true collaborator who thrives in team environments and values feedback.
• Can work under pressure and manage workloads effectively.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Previous agency experience.
• An online portfolio/portfolio website showcasing your strongest work, including examples relevant to e-mail and direct mail, is required.
• A Copy Test may be required.

Why Join Us?

• 16 Hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to Give Back to Your Community
• All the Equipment You Need to Do Your Best Work
• Ongoing Learning & Development with a Dedicated Training Budget