Copywriter

SummarySenior Copywriter - Food Service AgencyFrom daily coffee stops to weekend lunch capades to once-in-a-lifetime vacations, consumers are always on the go. Brands that meet them where they are with the products, services and experiences that delight will win. Marlin Network is a destinations marketing agency that understands where guests are going, what makes them stay and what brings them back for more. Marlin was founded with a mission to create foodservice marketing that was smart, engaging and unexpected. Today, we work with some of the world’s biggest brands, and it’s all thanks to strategy that enlightens, creative that connects and clients who truly get it.At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking a talented Senior Copywriter to develop content and communication for advertising and marketing campaigns for the agency. Responsible for all aspects of agency copywriting projects, taking projects from original conception through completion, a single point of contact for those projects, participates in brainstorming sessions, and crafts compelling messages to convey a concept and support a design. Works with management, customers, and clients to craft messaging or generate scripts as required and may be asked to oversee a team of writers.Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!What we offer:Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)

401(k) with company match

Training and Career Development

Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:Write and create copy for product-related marketing and sales collateral, retail communication, email and online merchandising assets, and corporate documents.

Manage and organize multiple jobs and projects on a daily basis.

May generate scripts for internal client meetings, as well as video concepts and scripts used for corporate videos produced by and for IN or any Company affiliate.

Mentor interns, juniors, and copywriters, leading by example and offering guidance when appropriate.

Present work to direct Supervisor, Client Service team, and the Client as required.

Build strong internal relationships with Field Marketing, Account Services, and the Production department teams.

Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree inEnglish, Journalism, Marketing, Mass Communications or equivalent job-related experience required

5+ years of experience in either an ad agency or marketing firm, or within a corporate advertising department (strong portfolio of professional and/or speculative creative work required with examples of writing/thinking to demonstrate abilities)

Strong written communication and verbal communication skills

Strong prioritization skills; well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

Analytical and Research skills

Ability to direct, lead, coach, and develop people; skill in supervising to include delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance; team building skills

ResponsibilitiesThe Company and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position SummaryThe Sr. Copywriter develops content and communication for advertising and marketing campaigns for the agency. Responsible for all aspects of agency copywriting projects, taking projects from original conception through completion, a single point of contact for those projects, participates in brainstorming sessions, and crafts compelling messages to convey a concept and support a design. Works with management, customers, and clients to craft messaging or generate scripts as required and may be asked to oversee a team of writers.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesCreative Marketing DevelopmentWrite and create copy for product-related marketing and sales collateral, retail communication, email and online merchandising assets, and corporate documents

Develop creative writing to sell a variety of products and services

Develop and implement copy that supports the Clients’ objectives

Work closely with Creative Directors, ACDs, and Art Directors to develop messaging that works best within a layout or program

BrainstormingParticipate in brainstorming sessions to develop ideas into program executions, offering innovative concepts

Project ManagementManage and organize multiple jobs and projects on a daily basis

Take ownership of certain projects and delegate/supervise as needed

Participate in “triangle calls” at the outset of a project to ensure a full understanding of the requirements of the given project/assignment

Work within program/project budgets and identify cost-savings and revenue-building areas

Keep team members, supervisors, clients informed of all relevant issues as they arise

May generate scripts for internal client meetings, as well as video concepts and scripts used for corporate videos produced by and for IN or any Company affiliate

Team LeadMentor interns, juniors, and copywriters, leading by example and offering guidance when appropriate

May be asked to manage other writers to ensure team meets all copy deadlines and assure work fits within the branding strategy and target audiences of each client

Monitor cultural trends to make sure the messages the team produce are relevant and appropriate

PresentationPresent work to direct Supervisor, Client Service team, and the Client as required

Customer/ Client RelationsBuild strong internal relationships with Field Marketing, Account Services, and the Production department teams

Participate in new business efforts

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect ReportsThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reportsIndirect ReportsDoes not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reportsTravel and/or Driving RequirementsTravel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job

Minimum QualificationsThe following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level: (Required) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceField of Study/Area of Experience: English, Journalism, Marketing, Mass Communications or equivalent job-related experience5+ years of experience in either an ad agency or marketing firm, or within a corporate advertising department (strong portfolio of professional and/or speculative creative work required with examples of writing/thinking to demonstrate abilities)

Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesStrong written communication and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines

Analytical and research Skills

Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines

Ability to direct, lead, coach, and develop people

Skill in supervising to include delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance

Team building Skills

Conflict management skills

Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

Strong prioritization skills

Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-MO-SpringfieldPrimary Posting Location : City SpringfieldPrimary Posting Location : State/Province MOPrimary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2021-401991Position Type Full TimeCategory Marketing (Corporate): Integrated Marketing, Experiential Marketing