Copywriter

Description

Agency:

Remedy Edge

Job Function:

Creative

Job Subfunction:

Copywriting

The Copywriter is responsible for using his/her writing and referencing skills to enhance the Agency’s copy offerings to the Client. The Copywriter is responsible for understanding the copy platform for each assigned account.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Demonstrate ability to develop creative work that is on strategy, with regular supervision

Demonstrate strong conceptual potential

Develop understanding of basic marketing principles

Demonstrate excellent writing skills

Attend regular status meetings

Prepare and submit work for Med/Legal and DDMAC approval

Develop adequate understanding of market research to create test materials and be an effective research attendee

Demonstrate ability to accurately reference and annotate all work

Work closely with editors to ensure accuracy in all work

Develop knowledge of Client's business-both the brand itself and people involved

Research medical and scientific information that pertains to Agency brands

Interact daily with Project Management, Art Directors, and Account Executive or Assistant AE

Maintain positive relationships with internal business group departments such as Editorial and  P roject Management

Develop presentation skills and gain confidence presenting to others

Understand the creative process-follow jobs from startup into production

Ensure all final products released are of a superior quality

Assist copywriter or senior copywriter on various tasks/projects

Demonstrate ability to set priorities while handling multiple tasks

Communicate effectively and professionally with both Clients and Staff

Keep supervisor up-to-date on all projects

Performs other duties as assigned by manager

Additional Responsibilities

Foster a positive team atmosphere and establish credibility both internally and externally

Ensure that all materials produced are accurate and represent Harrison & Star well

Remain calm despite high pressure situations

Project professional, positive attitude toward peers and clients

Uphold quality standards in servicing our Client

Assist other members of department/team as needed when workload allows

Uphold the Company Values (the 3 E’s) in all decisions and interactions

Requirements

• College degree
• 1-2 years of experience, preferably in advertising or related field
• Proficiency with word processing programs
• Copywriter portfolio, or "spec" portfolio demonstrating strong creative abilities
• Excellent oral communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge, background and/or interest in science and medicine
• &xa;&xa;
• 60,000-70,000
• Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.
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