Copywriter - VML Posted 1 month ago · Until Filled Chicago, IL

Connect The Arts; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

VML in Chicago, IL, is seeking an imaginative Copywriter to join our Creative department. You will craft bold campaign copy across digital, social, and brand storytelling, collaborating with art directors to ensure a cohesive voice. A strong portfolio and 1–2 years agency or in-house experience are required.

The role offers a hybrid schedule and a competitive benefits package. We value human-first work and diverse perspectives, and you’ll contribute to presentations and concept decks that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in advertising, copywriting, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in an agency or in-house creative environment.
• A strong conceptual portfolio showcasing writing range and campaign thinking across digital, social, and integrated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop bold, conceptual campaign ideas that connect across digital, social, and integrated platforms.
• Craft smart, engaging copy that brings ideas to life across headlines, scripts, social content and brand storytelling.
• Partner with art directors to create cohesive, strategic, and creatively compelling work.

Skills

Copywriting

Creative concepting

Brand voice

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in advertising or related field

Job description

Brand: VML
Department: Creative
Location: Chicago, IL, United States
Last Updated: 1/29/2026

About VML

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

Who We Are Looking For

• Develop bold, conceptual campaign ideas that connect across digital, social, and integrated platforms.
• Craft smart, engaging copy that brings ideas to life across a variety of channels — from headlines and scripts to social content and brand storytelling.
• Partner closely with art directors to create cohesive, strategic, and creatively compelling work.
• Apply brand voice and messaging consistently across all deliverables.
• Contribute to concept decks and campaign presentations that clearly communicate the creative vision.
• Stay tuned into cultural and social trends to keep ideas fresh, relevant, and resonant.

What You'll Need

• A bachelor’s degree in advertising, copywriting, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in an agency or in-house creative environment.
• A strong conceptual portfolio showcasing writing range and campaign thinking across digital, social, and integrated platforms.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package.

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$45,000—$90,000 USD
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.