Junior Copywriter, Brand Editorial - Pottery Barn

Pottery Barn, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount on all WSI/

401(k) plan and other investment opps.

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off

Health benefits, dental and vision, DP

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. in San Francisco seeks a Junior Copywriter to support editorial content across digital and performance channels, with opportunities to contribute to print and in-home content.

You’ll work with editorial leadership, design, and cross-functional teams to translate briefs into elevated, on-brand copy. This developing role offers exposure to multiple projects, feedback from a seasoned team, and increasing ownership of copy assignments as you grow, within a fast-paced retail

Qualifications

• 2+ years of copywriting experience, preferably within a retail, agency, lifestyle, or brand creative environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong copywriting and editing skills across digital and/or marketing channels.
• Strong understanding of how to adapt voice and tone across different audiences, channels, and marketing objectives.
• Ability to translate a creative brief into clear, compelling, and on-brand copy.
• Excellent writing, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to creative feedback and direction.
• Familiarity with adapting print editorial concepts and content to digital platforms.
• Passion for design, home, lifestyle, and the Pottery Barn brand is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Craft on-brand copy for digital and performance assets, including site, email, paid marketing, and other customer-facing channels.
• Develop compelling headlines, body copy, calls to action, product storytelling, and campaign messaging that align with creative briefs and business objectives.
• Support seasonal campaigns and marketing initiatives from concept through final execution.
• Collaborate with designers, editorial leadership, and cross-functional partners to develop cohesive creative.
• Adapt voice, tone, and messaging appropriately across channels and audiences while maintaining consistent brand standards.
• Edit and proof copy and perform final QA on deliverables to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple copy assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
• Contribute to print collateral and in-home content as opportunities arise.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Brand voice adaptation

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications or related field

Job description

Job Description

Build a Home with Us

We’re passionate about creating beautiful, functional spaces—and we hope you’ll join us in shaping the stories that bring them to life. If you’re a thoughtful storyteller with a love for design and a knack for crafting compelling, brand-enhancing copy, we encourage you to apply!

About The Editorial Team

We’re the voice behind the brand. As part of the larger Creative Services team, we’re responsible for bringing the brand to life and creating best-in-class marketing across catalog, site, email, and performance channels. From seasonal campaigns to product storytelling, we translate big ideas into engaging copy that inspires and informs. We work across channels to ensure our brand voice cuts through at every customer touchpoint.

About The Role

As a Junior Copywriter, you’ll support the development of editorial content across our digital and performance channels, with opportunities to contribute to print and in-home content as well. You’ll partner closely with editorial leadership, design, and cross-functional teams to translate creative briefs into elevated, engaging copy that is consistent with the Pottery Barn brand voice.

This is an opportunity for a developing copywriter to build experience across a range of marketing channels while learning from an experienced editorial team. You’ll contribute to multiple projects and campaigns, receive feedback and guidance, and progressively take on greater ownership of copy assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Craft on‑brand copy for digital and performance assets, including site, email, paid marketing, and other customer-facing channels.
• Develop compelling headlines, body copy, calls to action, product storytelling, and campaign messaging that align with creative briefs and business objectives.
• Support seasonal campaigns and marketing initiatives from concept through final execution.
• Collaborate with designers, editorial leadership, and cross-functional partners to develop cohesive creative.
• Adapt voice, tone, and messaging appropriately across channels and audiences while maintaining consistent brand standards.
• Edit and proof copy and perform final QA on deliverables to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple copy assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
• Contribute to print collateral and in-home content as opportunities arise.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of copywriting experience, preferably within a retail, agency, lifestyle, or brand creative environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong copywriting and editing skills across digital and/or marketing channels.
• Strong understanding of how to adapt voice and tone across different audiences, channels, and marketing objectives.
• Ability to translate a creative brief into clear, compelling, and on‑brand copy.
• Excellent writing, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to creative feedback and direction.
• Familiarity with adapting print editorial concepts and content to digital platforms.
• Passion for design, home, lifestyle, and the Pottery Barn brand is a plus!

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well‑being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available.

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax‑free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities
• Resources for self‑development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment‑based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $60,000-$75,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

About Us

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high‑quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully‑designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick‑and‑mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high‑quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we’re a multi‑brand, multi‑channel, global enterprise supported by state‑of‑the‑art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we’re always looking for new energy and ideas.