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Remote Mid-Senior Copywriter wanted | $55 to $75 per hour
🕑 Added 2025-07-31 02:15:03 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: DEPT
WHY DEPT®?
We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.
Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.
ABOUT YOU
As Senior Copywriter, you will be responsible for translating the client’s strategy, goals, and vision into compelling online marketing copy that aligns with DEPT® strategy and best practices for various platforms. You’ll tackle heavy concepting on a range of projects and write everything from short banner copy and social media posts to video scripts and full websites—all on tight deadlines. You will also help assist the Associate Creative Directors and Creative Director in guiding supporting teams, as you’ll have additional focus on developing leadership and management skills.
Ideally, you’re a multitasking ace with a passion for storytelling. Your work is top-notch and you have years of solid experience to back it up. You are detail-oriented, highly accountable, responsive, and able to effectively manage multiple projects and competing initiatives without letting anything slip. You also have excellent communication skills and love to evangelize your thinking both internally and to the client.
The Senior Copywriter reports to the Associate Creative Director, Copy.
Capacity: 4-5 months - May scale due to start date and influx of work. Please note these are based on 40 hour workweek.
1-6 Weeks: 100%
7-12 Weeks: 75%
13-18 Weeks: 50%
18+ Weeks: 25%
YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Creating original concepts and following through with clear, concise copy that is interesting, on brand, and focused on performance marketing
Writing in a range of styles as appropriate for different clients, verticals, and media
Integrating copy with brand voice while pushing the creativity of the work and evolving style standards
Working closely with Designers, Production Artists, and Associate Creative Directors to create the best work possible
Developing and presenting creative solutions to clients on behalf of the agency that are informed by research and data
Incorporating ideas and making revisions in response to the feedback and criticisms of clients and team members in a business-like, open-minded manner
Maintaining responsibility for project through final execution, including QA and reviewing and signing off on all revisions and production phases to ensure that selling message is clear
Collaborating with Project Managers on scoping, resourcing, budgets, and timelines
Seeing concepts through the production process from script writing, casting, music, shooting and editing
YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:
7–10 years experience as a copywriter, ideally at an advertising agency
A passion for advertising, web technologies, social media platforms and their abilities/limitations
A solid understanding for Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat
A proven track record of conceptual, award-winning storytelling
Lots of experience co-managing multiple clients, varied projects, tight deadlines and high volume of work
Stellar communication across these core areas: verbal, written, presentation, and meeting facilitation in both individual and group settings
An openness to other points of view and ability to give and receive constructive criticism
An ability to handle shifting priorities
A range of strong writing samples
ADDITIONAL THINGS THAT WILL IMPRESS US:
7+ years experience at a digital advertising agency
Past management experience
A deep appreciation for digital communication tools (Slack, Zoom, Google Suite)
Solid understanding of user experience on websites and apps
Extensive experience in editing/quality assurance
PROFICIENCY IN THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS/TOOLS:
Google Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs)
Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Mac/PC platform literate
The anticipated hourly range for this position is $55-75/hr USD. The rate is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.
WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:
DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.
DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.
DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Original job posting: Click here
Website: https://www.deptagency.com/
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