Temporary Copywriter

Merastar Insurance Company; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Continuing education programs

Volunteer programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kemper is seeking a full-time, remote, contract copywriter to develop, maintain and update content that reflects our brand voice across corporate and business lines. You will join the Direct to Consumer team to position and promote Kemper’s brands, programs and products on a project basis.

Requirements include 4–5 years in brand/marketing writing, bilingual Spanish preferred, and a strong portfolio demonstrating SEO-aware writing for digital and print media.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in a corporate brand and marketing-focused writing environment.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• BA in English, Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience.
• Outstanding creative and technical writing ability.
• Experience using SEO best practices to enhance content and online presence.
• A diverse portfolio of work with writing samples for digital and print.
• Excellent editing and proofreading skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Can translate complex ideas into clear language for broad audiences.
• Insurance field experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging, original content that builds and maintains Kemper's brand and marketing voice.
• Rewrite/update articles and content to optimize SEO.
• Research audience needs via reviews, interviews, and meetings with subject matter experts.
• Craft and upload copy for social posts, blogs, brochures, emails, training materials, and website content.
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive strategy results.
• Maintain brand standards and consistency.

Skills

Brand & marketing writing

Creative writing

Editing & proofreading

SEO copywriting

Project management

Communication

MS Office

Education

BA in English, Journalism, Communications, or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location(s)

Birmingham, Alabama, Chesterfield, Missouri, Chicago, Illinois, Henderson, Nevada, Miami, Florida, Richardson, Texas

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary

Kemper is seeking a full-time temporary copywriter to develop, maintain and update content exemplifying our brand voice across corporate and business lines. As part of the company’s Direct to Consumer team, the copywriter effectively communicates, positions and promotes Kemper’s brands, marketing programs and products. **This is a remote, contract position for project work.

Position Responsibilities

Write compelling, original, engaging and compliant content that builds and maintains our brand and marketing voice Assist with re-writing/updating articles and content to optimize SEO Research and understand the organization’s diverse needs and target audiences through reviews of existing information and research, interviews with subject matter experts, and in-person meetings Crafts, edits and uploads copy for a range of materials such as social posts, blog posts, brochures, print and digital ads, emails, training materials, website content, video scripts, and more Involved in all elements of content creation, from brainstorming and copy concepts to final website upload or print deployment Collaborates with internal teams to create compelling copy that drives strategy results Maintains brand standards and consistency

Position Qualifications

Position Qualifications: 4-5 years of experience in a corporate brand and marketing-focused writing environment Bilingual (Spanish) preferred BA in English, Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience Outstanding creative and technical writing ability Experience using SEO best practices to enhance content and online presence A diverse portfolio of work to demonstrate authored and edited content for both digital and print media. (Writing samples required) Effective relationship, teamwork and communication skills Excellent editing and proofreading skills Proficient knowledge of MS Office Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, with impeccable attention to detail Can take complex ideas and translate them into simple, clear language that can be broadly understood by a wide audience of readers with varying levels of expertise Quick, eager, curious and resourceful learner Insurance field experience is a plus

Sponsorship is not accepted for this role. This is a Remote work with minimal travel Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

Kemper at a Glance

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $12 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.4 million policies, is represented by approximately 24,100 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,000 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers.

*Alliance United Insurance Company is not rated.

We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Eligible employees may enjoy benefits such as:

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

Benefits eligibility may vary based on position classification, scheduled hours, work location, temporary or contingent status, independent contractor status, SkillBridge participation, and applicable plan terms.