Freelance Social Media Copywriter - English

We are looking for Freelance Copywriter to write clear and concise copy for ads, publications and websites. Your words will inform and engage target audiences. Our ideal candidate is a team-spirited, skilled and imaginative writer with an eye for detail. If you can grasp project requirements quickly and offer valuable insight, we’d like to meet you. Submit up to three writing samples, so we can get an idea of your best work. Feel free to include links to your content or portfolio in your application.

THIS IS A FREELANCE ASSIGNMENT.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate first-class execution of innovative and effective communication across multiple industries, markets, and media and proficiently write in diverse copy styles across a range of assignments
• Analyse problems, anticipate consequences, and eliminate obstacles to successfully complete projects
• Quick with wit, gives options, builds on humor within the work, and finds unexpected ways to say straight copy
• Be versed in creating copy for multiple channels including offline, digital and social media inc. content calendars for client work and new business.
• Support the Social Media team to concept, write, present, and defend work while addressing client needs; craft original concepts, execute copy based on established voice/tone.
• Concept and collaborate on campaign ideas and cross-platform tactics with a multi-disciplinary team while working on multiple projects; manage and prioritize within timelines for project milestones; comfortable thinking of how an idea/assignment impacts the larger campaign and brings growth concepts
• Collaborate with design and art direction partners, able to think both art and copy and give opinions and ideas on both
• Proactively research and pursue ideas for professional development; seek out creative mentorship and inspiration
• Participate in new business pitches and represent our creative capabilities
• Remain current on industry trends, pop culture, and technology

Requirements

• Proven experience as a copywriter or related role.
• Knowledge of online content strategy and creation
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Experience with SEO
• Strong research skills and creativity
• Collaborative spirit
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• BSc/BA in marketing, English, journalism or related field

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