Freelance Copy Supervisor

Syneos Health, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Syneos Health seeks an experienced writer to lead day-to-day copy work and mentor junior writers on high-visibility, large-scale projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce original print and digital content for professional and patient audiences and deepen your understanding of the brand and market.

The role requires strong storytelling, strategic thinking, and 4–6 years in advertising plus 2+ years in pharmaceutical copywriting; compensation reflects hourly engagement

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in advertising required.
• 2+ years of pharmaceutical copywriting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day copy responsibilities, both executional and supervisory.
• Mentor junior writers and manage workload on cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with partners to create original work across print and digital.
• Develop deep understanding of brand, category and market; tell compelling stories.

Skills

Advertising copywriting

Pharmaceutical copywriting

Education

Bachelor's degree in advertising/communications/journalism

Job description

Description

You inspire and reach people with just a few words.

In this role, you will work on high-visibility, large-scale projects while maintaining close individual relationships. You will serve as a lead member of a cross-functional team, manage and mentor junior level writers, and oversee the day-to-day workload. You will:

• Serve as "team owner" by managing the day-to-day copy responsibilities, both executional and supervisory in nature
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to create novel and original work in a variety of mediums-print, digital and beyond-for a variety of audiences, including both professional and patient
• Develop a refined understanding of the brand, category, and overall marketplace
• Demonstrate strong conceptual abilities and superior storytelling skills

Essential Requirements:

• 4-6 years' experience in advertising industry
• 2+ years' pharmaceutical copywriting experience

Desired Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in advertising, communications, or journalism, and/or coursework related to pharmaceutical advertising or life sciences
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Understanding of a strategically driven creative process
• Basic understanding of digital communications and media channels

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $85 but may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role.

At GSW, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

GSW is a full-service healthcare communications agency that goes beyond advertising to create personalized brand experiences that involve, inspire, educate and activate people through ongoing brand journeys. As one of the world's ten most-awarded healthcare advertising agencies, GSW is hell-bent not to replace the same old with the same old. This is achieved through a provocative premise - if other brands communicated the way healthcare brands do, how many customers would they have? GSW turns against this premise through discovery of beneath-the-surface customer insights that we impact with stories, simplicity and authenticity.

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Syneos Health companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

As a Syneos Health freelance, temporary, or contract employee, you may be eligible to participate in the Company 401k match and benefits such as paid time off or benefits through provisions in the Affordable Care Act or State-specific requirements depending on the terms of your employment. Syneos Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements for temporary/freelance/contract employees.