Junior Copywriter - Buffalo, United States - FIFTEEN (Agency 15)

Description

Advertising agency FIFTEEN is seeking a creative writer who thinks like an advertiser and writes like a human being. You must be able to think quickly, collaborate with other creative team members, and provide an extra pair of critical eyes. As a junior copywriter, you'll be asked to turn on a dime and write for a variety of mediums, including print and web. You'll need to draft social media posts and then switch to proofing an RFP, all before being tasked with helping to evolve a new branding campaign with fellow writers and designers. Professional experience in writing and proofing succinct, creative, and engaging copy is preferred.

Along with your resume and cover letter, please send along a collection of professional writing samples.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting the perfect headline.
• Not being offended by the fact that people rarely read copy.
• Remaining a cool person while meeting strict, daily deadlines.
• Writing clear, concise and strategic messaging (including emails, press releases, promotions, direct mail pieces and other marketing materials) that drive results and support key initiatives.
• Condensing significant amounts of messaging into succinct communications.
• Writing industry-centric copy that uses the appropriate voice for a particular industry/client.
• Writing for a variety of different audiences and industries and in various voices.
• Crafting social media posts.
• Proofing and editing any and all agency/client documents and releases for formatting, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Continually ascertain workflow efficiency and accurate completion of projects according to deadlines.
• Working alongside designers for headlines and longer form romance copy.

Expectations

• The ability to write and think creatively
• Significant experience in writing strong, succinct copy that is grammatically correct
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading and communication skills
• A flexible approach and willingness to adapt ideas to the needs of clients
• Ability to write in multiple formats (headlines, long form, social media, etc.)
• The ability to work to strict deadlines without compromising on work quality
• The ability to work within allocated budgets
• Meticulous organizational skills
• An eye for detail
• Strong research skills

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, advertising, communications or related field preferred
• 2+ years marketing/advertising business experience preferred
• Must be a critical proofer with an exceptional eye for detail.
• Careful self-editing.
• Familiarity with AP Stylebook.

Salary Range: $40,000 - $45,000, commensurate with skills and experience.

Portfolio: To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a writing portfolio.