Copywriter

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The Copywriter expertly writes a variety of editorial advertising and marketing copy for a wide range of marketing channels and audiences in a fast-paced environment. This individual works closely with internal clients to provide expertise and innovation, and is a skilled storyteller whose work can build a narrative from video scripts to digital media campaigns. Candidates should have a proven ability to create fresh, compelling concepts and on-strategy marketing and advertising materials that work across all channels to drive measurable action, as well as experience in the branding or rebranding of an organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

  • Writes and edits direct-to-consumer copy for online and print assets for B2C audiences on a variety of channels, (e.g., email, banners/digital marketing, web copy, social media, brochures, flyers, etc.)
  • Develops strategically on-target, response-oriented communications employing an effective level of writing as well as correct grammar, usage, and spelling; writes a variety of short-form and long-form pieces
  • Edits copy for clarity, accuracy, and message impact as well as correct grammar, usage, and spelling
  • Provides quality assurance to web pages in post-production
  • Works effectively and collaboratively with graphic and web design team
  • Has a level of familiarity with digital best practices and skills, including knowledge of SEO and usability
  • Ensures copy adheres to company style and legal guides

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

  • Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or related field AND
  • 2+ years of writing/editing experience in advertising or marketing OR
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses: List OR None required.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Thorough understanding of standard writing best practices and copy editing skills
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines with grace under pressure
  • Ability to perform beyond expectations in a fast paced and changing environment
  • Strong commitment to deliver error-free work
  • Superior attention to detail while balancing multiple projects
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal/collaborative skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to process creative output as well as workflow via production and project management interfaces
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
  • Ability to clear required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Business-to-consumer copy/content experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C.

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level.  Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections.  Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. 

  • We anticipate the salary range to be $51,044 to $81,671.  Eligible employees may receive a bonus.  This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors.  These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. 

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