Responsibilities

• Writes and Proofreads: Writes and proofreads promotional, editorial and/or product copy for all assigned categories and media channels; researches industry standards, vendor and competitor sources to develop copy that aligns to The Home Depot brand and copy standards.
• Accuracy and Compliance: Works with creative staff, marketing/project managers, agencies and others to deliver copy that is accurate, adheres to corporate/federal/state regulations.
• Content Collaboration: Negotiates with marketing and merchants on focus and content to promote and protect The Home Depot brand; ensures message is consistent with strategy and leadership vision; provides a connected messaging/customer experience across channels.
• Project Management Skills: Exhibits strong project management to meet deadlines; provides analytical and problem-solving skills to help improve process.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred

• Experience creating, editing and proofing copy in a minimum of two of the following mediums: print, OLA, email, web.
• Previous employment in a retail environment working with a team of designers and production specialists.
• Working knowledge of Mac OS, Microsoft Office, InDesign or similar DTP program required
• CMS/editing software, Adobe CS, HTML5, JavaScript, Flash and other emerging platforms a plus.
• Well-developed communication skills including ability to articulate creative concepts and rationale for client and team.
• Competent in strategic brainstorming, campaign development and creative brief execution.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, self-manage workload and prioritize deadlines.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Adaptability to changes in process, technology, strategy.