Position: Copywriter
Job location: Scottsdale, AZ
Employment type: Full-Time, in office
Start date: ASAP
Salary: DOE

The copywriter works within the creative department under direct supervision of the creative director, collaborating with the creative team to conceptualize and write copy for TJA’s full roster of clients in various mediums including, but not limited to, print, broadcast (radio + television), web/digital, social media, outdoor and more.

In addition, the copywriter works closely with the administrative, media, web and public relations departments to:

• Strategize and concept campaigns
• Support brand development initiatives
• Create new business materials and occasionally participate in new business meetings
• Produce internal documentation
• Create compelling social media content
• Write award nominations and additional materials upon request

This position requires extensive market research, understanding of all clients and brainstorming to produce copy that captures each brand’s unique voice to deliver a strong return on investment (ROI) and increased conversions.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with creative team to create and conceptualize ideas and campaigns
• Perform research initiatives and compile findings for team and client usage
• Write and edit copy, for both clients and internal TJA projects
• Collaborate with and mentor junior copywriter
• Participate in client meetings, new business presentations and internal strategy sessions
• Proofread all final copy prior to release
• Incorporate client and team feedback into copy, while maintaining consistency and objectives

Requirements:

• Understand various writing styles for different mediums and how/when to apply them
• Have experience working with a creative team, preferably in an agency environment
• Know AP style
• Possess impeccable grammar and punctuation usage, and strong research skills
• Be able to meet or beat provided copy deadlines
• Have a passion for writing, the willingness to learn and the ability to easily adapt to quickly changing priorities
• Is cool as a cucumber under pressure and tight deadlines
• Has a sense of humor

Experience:
3–5 years of specific copywriting experience. Please be prepared to provide samples of your work.

Education:
College degree required

Salary:
DOE

Time of Hire:
ASAP

To Apply:

• Send cover letter, resume, and 3 creative writing samples to jobs@thejamesagency.com
• Subject line: Copywriter – first and last name
• No calls or drop-ins please