Creative Social Copywriter - Associate Level

The Tombras Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly offices

Flexible PTO

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Career development

Job summary

The Tombras Group, a leading national advertising agency, is seeking an Associate Social Copywriter in Portland, Oregon. You will collaborate with an integrated creative team to craft social-first ideas rooted in culture and brand voice, contributing to campaigns across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more.

You’ll develop content calendars, reactive content, and day-to-day assets, writing compelling copy and editing video with producers to bring ideas to life.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of ad agency experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with major social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Strategists, Copywriters, and Content Creators to develop social-first ideas rooted in culture.
• Contribute to integrated campaigns that connect across social, digital, and brand experiences.
• Write with a distinct brand voice and bring fresh thinking to client work, brainstorms, and new business pitches.
• Help create work that people genuinely want to watch, share, and engage with.
• Concept, write, edit, and help produce content across platforms including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and emerging social platforms.
• Develop content calendars, social campaigns, reactive content, and day-to-day social assets.
• Create content that feels native to each platform while supporting broader brand objectives.
• Edit short-form video and collaborate with production partners to bring larger creative ideas to life.

Job description

Tombras, a 600+ person, full-service, national advertising agency with a digital mindset, is seeking a Associate Social Copywriter.

You’ll be joining one of the top independent agencies in North America.Connecting Data & Creativity for Business Results® is working for our clients and creating a flywheel affect fueling both client and agency growth. You’ll be a part of a highly creative agency that has been recognized by AdAge, Adweek, Communication Arts, Fast Company, Forbes and Fortune. Tombras was recently named 2025 AdAge Agency of the year and 2024 AdAge Independent Agency of the Year.

Where you'll be working: Portland, Oregon. Relocation assistance may be provided.

What you'll be doing:

• Partner with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Strategists, Copywriters, and Content Creators to develop social-first ideas rooted in culture.
• Contribute to integrated campaigns that connect across social, digital, and brand experiences.
• Write with a distinct brand voice and bring fresh thinking to client work, brainstorms, and new business pitches.
• Help create work that people genuinely want to watch, share, and engage with.
• Concept, write, edit, and help produce content across platforms including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and emerging social platforms.
• Develop content calendars, social campaigns, reactive content, and day-to-day social assets.
• Create content that feels native to each platform while supporting broader brand objectives.
• Edit short-form video and collaborate with production partners to bring larger creative ideas to life.

What you bring:

• Desire to create award winning advertising with a team of highly motivated creatives
• Passion for your ideas and excitement when collaborating with your creative team
• A strong portfolio is ideal, but it is a plus if you have 2-4 years of ad agency experience, related work experience/training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite as well as excellent design and animation skills
• Working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, Reddit, and other emerging social media platforms
• Public speaking skills to ensure ideas are presented confidently and coherently
• An attitude of positivity and exploration

Why you'll want to work at Tombras:

• Family - It comes first, on every list. Tombras has been family-run since day 1, we strive to facilitate a family-oriented environment rooted in supporting one another.
• Dog-friendly offices
• Flexible PTO
• Generous parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers
• Medical (PPO or High Deductible option) for employee + dependents
• A company culture of promotions from within and an atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.

Tombras is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Tombras is an E-Verify employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Job may require traveling overnight, driving long distances as required and sitting for extended periods of time with occasional walking and standing and occasionally lifting or carrying articles weighing less than 10 pounds.