Sr. Copywriter

Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)

$86K/yr – $133K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own high impact copy and concepts for pharma campaigns by pairing with art direction and driving measurable outcomes.

  • Strategic copy and concept development across print, digital, direct response, and video.
  • Collaborate with Sr. Art Director and Creative Director to translate strategy into standout campaigns.
  • Work within pharma writing processes and claim matrices to ensure compliant, results-driven creative.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop out-of-the-box concepts, rationales, and copy for campaigns for any medium
  • Partner up with your assigned Sr. Art Director and Creative Director, creating synergies that transform projects into masterpieces
  • Craft work that not only aligns with strategy but elevates the brand. You're not just a copywriter; you're a strategic magician
  • Your creations aren't just artistic; they're mindful of the client's measurement objectives. Impact is not just a goal; it's the metric
  • Your preparation and presentation skills are not just good; they're excellent. Concepts and layouts aren't just shown; they're showcased internally and to clients with flair
  • Dive into new business initiatives, bringing your creative prowess to uncharted territories
  • Deliver assignments not just as tasks, but as commitments etched in the fabric of your creative DNA – on time and on budget

Requirements

  • 5-7 years in a Copywriting role in an advertising agency or creative department
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field preferred and/or equivalent work experience
  • Understanding and experience with pharma/life-sciences industries
  • An online portfolio with stellar work across all mediums – print, digital, direct response, broadcast, and video
  • Conceptual thinking grounded in strategic execution
  • Digital and print direct response writing in addition to conceptual thinking
  • Expert-level presentation skills
  • Attention to detail is a must
  • Comfortable with the pharma writing process. Familiarity with annotating and working with claim matrices

Benefits

  • MERGE believes in transparency and equity. In accordance with state regulations, we’re proud to include salary ranges in our job postings to ensure fair compensation practices.
  • The salary range for this role is $86,450 - $133,150 , based on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.
  • MERGE is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays plus many other benefits and rewards.
  • Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
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MERGE

MERGE is a marketing and technology agency built for the intersection of health and wellness. We help brands navigate complex consumer journeys and unlock growth through data-driven storytelling, AI-powered personalization, and bold creativity.Powered by human insight, creativity, and AI, we unite people and brands.Our expertise spans health and consumer brands, with demonstrated experience across industries including: Pharma and Medtech, Health Providers, Insurance, Health, Financial Services, Retail, Connected Living, and Food.We provide deep platform expertise and services in: Strategy, Creative, Public Relations, Experience, Performance Marketing, Media, and Platforms.Our success is best illustrated in our enduring client partnerships with marquee brands such as Abbott, Blue Cross Blue Shield, GE Healthcare, Supernus, American Express, T-Mobile, Coach, and Meta.With teams across offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York City, and Raleigh. MERGE’s culture embraces agility, ability, and humility to consistently deliver exceptional client results.Recruitment Fraud Alert Notice: Please be aware of potential fraud or scams by individuals, organizations, or websites falsely claiming to represent MERGE in recruitment activities. MERGE follows a well-defined recruitment process for all positions, which includes formal interviews before issuing any offers of employment. Importantly, we do not require any payments or fees from job applicants. Additionally, MERGE does not conduct interviews through texting platforms such as RingCentral. If you receive any suspicious emails claiming to recruit on behalf of MERGE, do not share personal information or make any payments. Qualified candidates should only apply to current openings directly through MERGE’s

Founded in 2018
Chicago, Illinois, USA
852 employees (246 in marketing)

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