Copy Writter - Chicago

Key Responsibilities

• Create clear, persuasive, and engaging copy for websites, landing pages, blogs, email campaigns, social media, advertisements, brochures, and other marketing materials.
• Develop content that aligns with brand guidelines, campaign objectives, and target audience needs.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, product, and business teams to create impactful content for integrated marketing campaigns.
• Write and edit marketing collateral, promotional materials, case studies, newsletters, and thought leadership content.
• Develop compelling headlines, taglines, calls-to-action (CTAs), and campaign messaging.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, products, and customer personas to create relevant and effective content.
• Optimize content for SEO best practices to improve online visibility and engagement.
• Review, proofread, and edit content to ensure accuracy, consistency, grammar, and brand alignment.
• Adapt writing style and tone to suit different audiences, channels, and communication objectives.
• Assist in content strategy development and contribute creative ideas for marketing initiatives.
• Partner with UI/UX designers, content strategists, and digital marketing teams to enhance customer experience through effective content.
• Maintain content calendars and ensure timely delivery of assigned projects.
• Analyze content performance metrics and recommend improvements to drive engagement and conversions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in copywriting, content writing, marketing communications, or a similar role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of marketing, advertising, digital, and brand content.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of content marketing, digital marketing, and branding principles.
• Experience creating content for multiple channels, including web, email, social media, and paid campaigns.
• Familiarity with SEO concepts and content optimization techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, creativity, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with B2B, technology, eCommerce, or enterprise brands.
• Knowledge of content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress.
• Familiarity with marketing automation and analytics tools.
• Experience collaborating with creative, design, and product teams.
• Understanding of UX writing and conversational content principles.

Key Skills

• Copywriting & Creative Writing
• Content Strategy
• Storytelling
• SEO Content Writing
• Editing & Proofreading
• Brand Messaging
• Digital Marketing Content
• Social Media Copywriting
• Email Marketing
• Campaign Development
• Research & Content Planning
• Communication & Collaboration

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 33,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 117,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full-time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post