Senior Copywriter

Daniel J. Edelman Holdings in; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical and dental insurance

vision

401K

life insurance

disability insurance

paid time off

travel assistance

wellness programing

Job summary

Daniel J. Edelman Holdings seeks a Senior Copywriter to craft campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design.

You will own the brand story, maintain a consistent voice, and collaborate with creative, account, production, technology, PR, strategy and analytics to produce smart, powerful work across social, digital, print, TV, audio and experiential campaigns in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Killer short-form and long-form writing skills with strong grammar, editing and proofreading.
• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field or relevant work experience.
• Comfort executing across platforms from organic social to signage at a stunt or activation.
• Able to think strategically, concept across mediums, and see concepts through to execution.

Responsibilities

• Create and write campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design
• Participate in high-level concepting, tactical program ideation, and copywriting for a wide range of marketing 360 campaigns
• Own the brand story for our clients, maintaining a consistent voice and vision
• Successfully communicate (present and sell-in) creative ideas and their rationale
• Collaborate with agency teams across creative, account, production, technology, PR, strategy, planning and analytics to produce smart, powerful work

Skills

4+ years experience

Writing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication with clients

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or related field

Job description

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. UEGis looking foraSenior Copywriter to work on a strongroster ofinfluential brands acrossentertainment, sports, lifestyle, food and beverage, tech,hospitality,fashion,and consumer goodsbrands.This role calls for abig thinkerabletoideateculturally relevant,PR-ableideascapable of generating national earnedmedia,from conceptiontocreation.The right candidatewillleveragetheirpassionforculturaltrends in social,sports,fashion, beauty, music, anddesignto create everything from stunts,IRL experiencesand events,to traditionalTVCand radio campaignsin a fast-paced environment.

Our team drives some of the world’s most buzz-worthy work, likeSamsung’s Liveonthe Edge,theKith x Tony the Tiger partnership, andlaunch ofadidas’latest line of golfshortsat the 2026 PGA Tour Championship.Here, wedon’tjust follow culture; we aim to change it.This is not a plug-and-play role. As an earned-first agency, we shape our ideas around the story we want to tell—not the media plan. What we sell in shifts with every brief – one dayit'sa reactive TikTok idea, the nextit'sa 360 campaign with PR, influencer, digital, and brand film components.We’relooking for sharp thinkers and culture junkies who thrive in creative chaos.Most of the work we do isproject-based, so you should be well-versedandbuiltto handle theups and downsofheavilypitch-basedwork.

Responsibilities

• Create and write campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design
• Participate in high-level concepting, tactical program ideation, and copywriting for a wide range of marketing 360 campaigns, with an earned-first mindset
• Own the brand story for our clients, maintaining a consistent voice and vision
• Successfully communicate (present and sell-in) creative ideas, their rationale, and the specifics of the solutions
• Collaborate with agency team members from creative, account, production, technology, PR, strategy, planning and analytics to produce smart, powerful work

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you'll be expected to partner across disciplines, confidently lead and own projects with assistance from Creative Directors, and communicate directly with clients
• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, take ownership from concept through execution, maintain exceptional attention to detail, and an entrepreneurial, team-first mindset
• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in English or related major, or relevant work experience
• Killer short-form and long-form writing skills, with a keen sense for solid grammar, editing and proofreading
• Literate in the language of the internet and social. Should be comfortable executing everything from an organic TikTok campaign to writing signage at a stunt or activation
• Demonstrated ability to concept across a variety of mediums: social, digital, print, TV, audio, experiential and whatever comes next
• Ability to think strategically, conceptualize creatively and see the concept through from concept to execution
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment

Applicationssubmittedwithout a portfolio will not be considered.

$72,000 - $115,000 a year #LI-KG1

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

Benefits

• medical and dental insurance
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• travel assistance
• wellness programing

DJ EH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

It started with one man’s passion to make an impact through stories… 70 years later, we are the world’s largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected.

We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company.

At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work— taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe.

The relentless pursuit of excellence

The freedom to be constantly curious

The courage to do the right thing

The commitment to positively impact society

We grow our people

We invite and celebrate differences

Our reputation is our brand

We’re global, yet local

We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Our culture is built on trust, innovation, and inclusivity, where unique perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Edelman, your ambitions are supported, your voice matters and your work contributes to shaping the future of communications and clients’ business.