Direct Response Copywriter

Clients Blackbox, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Training & Development

Work From Home

Flexible Schedule

Performance Bonus

Job summary

A leading copywriting agency is seeking a Direct Response Copywriter to create compelling copy that drives sales across various media formats, including VSLs and paid ads. You will collaborate with media buyers to enhance copy effectiveness and should possess at least 3 years of direct response experience. The role supports remote work and offers a flexible schedule with performance bonuses. Ideal candidates will have a strong grasp of persuasion techniques and the ability to leverage AI tools for copywriting tasks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct response copywriting experience.
• Proven experience writing sales pages, VSLs, and paid ad copy.
• Comfortable using AI for enhancing research and iteration.

Responsibilities

• Write and optimize VSLs, sales pages, and funnel copy.
• Collaborate with media buyers and strategists.
• Iterate copy based on performance data.

Skills

Direct response copywriting experience

Writing Video Sales Letters (VSLs)

Understanding of persuasion principles

Clear communication skills

Tools

AI tools for research and ideation

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring a Direct Response Copywriter. This role is about writing copy that converts, not brand storytelling, not fluff, not “voice explorations.” If your work lives in VSLs, sales pages, video scripts, and paid ads — this will feel familiar.

Responsibilities

• Write and optimize VSLs, sales pages, and funnel copy
• Create short-form and long-form video scripts and ad copy
• Collaborate with media buyers and strategists to improve performance
• Iterate copy based on feedback, performance data, and testing insights
• Use AI as a leverage tool, not a substitute for copy skill

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct response copywriting experience
• Proven experience writing:
• Video Sales Letters (VSLs)
• Sales pages and long-form copy
• Video scripts and paid ad copy
• Strong understanding of persuasion principles and conversion psychology
• Comfortable using AI tools to speed up research, ideation, and iteration
• Clear communicator who hits deadlines and follows direction

Nice to Have

• Experience writing for financial services or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with compliance-driven environments
• Experience collaborating closely with media buyers or performance teams

Work Expectations

• Monday to Friday availability
• Occasional weekend work when needed
• Willing to work essential hours around launches and deadlines

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Flexible Schedule
• Performance Bonus