Responsibilities

• Write smart, unexpected copy in the brand voice with the right tone.
• Understand and develop a balance of creative and strategic messaging, keeping the customer experience top of mind.
• Have a firm understanding of retail and best practices, from what is happening in the marketplace to the latest copy trends.
• Be able to take direction and be flexible through changes in strategy and creative direction, all while keeping a healthy morale.
• Work well independently and collaborate with the Copy Manager and Graphic Designers as well as with cross functional partners, such as Social Media & Marketing Managers.
• Deliver all copy on time and error-free.
• Edit and proofread with exceptional attention to detail.
• Keep the Copy Manager updated on project status, initiatives and key issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 – 3 years professional Copywriting experience.
• Retail experience required.
• A writer’s writer with creative chops, along with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Firm understanding of retail, what is happening in the marketplace and copy trends.
• Ability to take direction and be flexible through changes in strategy while staying calm (a sense of humor helps too!).
• Ability to deliver error-free copy under tight deadlines, be self-reliant and collaborative as needed.
• Online portfolio required.

Benefits

• The Product—so good, you’ll be using your employee discount more than you probably should.
• The People—ask anyone that works here…we have incredible people on our team.
• The Experience—you’ll enjoy a rewarding career at a respected children’s brand.
• Full-time employees are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health and dependent care FSA, life/ad&d insurance, short term and long term disability, commuter benefits, pet benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k) including matching.
• All employees are eligible for employee discounts and EAP Resources.
• All regular, full-time Brand Support Center employees are eligible for the annual discretionary bonus plan.