Copywriter, Partner Marketing (Contractor)

Description

At Shutterfly, we make life’s experiences unforgettable. We believe there is extraordinary power in the self-expression. That’s why our family of brands helps customers create products and capture moments that reflect who they uniquely are.

About You

You are a strong writer who operates effectively and loves to learn in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. You welcome creative collaboration and have demonstrated retail/ecommerce experience in print and digital. You can delve into channel-specific work with an omni-channel mindset. High-quality and attention to detail are a given in your work. You geek out on the tiniest of design details, and appreciate the efficiency of a template. You have the capability, capacity and drive to hit the ground running in a growing department.

About Us

We are a Creative Department looking for the right Copywriter to join our in-house team of ego-free misfits. Our creatives are enthusiastic and thrive in a highly collaborative, sometimes quick-turn environment. Positive vibes only. Well, at least 93% of the time (we are only human).

About The Role

The Copywriter role will primarily focus on print and partner channels – promotional marketing partnerships and direct mail pieces. You will be required to concept work that connects cohesively with an overarching campaign vision, with an authentic, inspirational and optimistic brand voice. You must be able to take direction and effectively collaborate with teammates across disciplines to clarify requirements, goals, expectations, and timelines. Organization and multi-tasking abilities as well as excellence in communication are essential for this position. This is a Mid-level role within a growing team. This role reports into the Associate Creative Director, Print. Experience working in an agile/sprint system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage work tasks, functions and time sheet using department’s project management tool. Knowledge of Workfront is a plus.
• Juggle a mix of quick-turnaround projects, often with overlapping priorities and urgency, by working proactively with Creative Operations.
• Show professionalism in all aspects of your daily tasks.
• Partner with Associate Creative Directors, Art Directors, Designers and fellow Copywriters to bring the brand and seasonal expression to life in all projects.
• Continually adopt new tools and practices as the work evolves.
• Copywriting focused on external partnerships, offering solutions that achieve content strategy and merchant objectives.
• Dedication to ensuring efficient, high quality and strategically sound writing solutions.
• Be an initial creative touch point, digging into the brief first and communicate information and insights to greater Creative Team.
• Be self-motivated, flexible, and able to thrive in ambiguity.
• Periodically tasked with projects in other channels: digital and direct mail copy.
• Active participation in project Kickoffs, asking insightful questions to gain detail, clarification, and alignment with Marketing Partners.

Qualifications

• Portfolio to example your skills and tone of voice.
• Agency experience a plus.
• Passionate about creative work, but known for taking direction and critique with grace (no jerks allowed).
• Great attention to detail.
• Highly organized with a clear and responsive communication style.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Copywriting, Advertising or Journalism highly preferred, but will accept additional experience in lieu of formal education.
• Expert proofreading skills: spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• 3+ years’ copywriting experience writing copy across marketing channels, with a focus on eCommerce.

Don’t meet every single bullet listed above? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Shutterfly, we believe diverse thinking is a competitive differentiator, and continually strive to build an inclusive workplace. If you are excited about this role but have concerns your experience isn’t an exact fit, we would encourage you to apply regardless.

Supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to Shutterfly not only because it directly reflects our value of Embracing our Differences, but also because it’s the right thing to do for our business and for our people. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Shutterfly DE&I.