Intermediate Copywriter

In-Studio + Remote

job description

We are looking for an experienced, creative, and skilled Intermediate Copywriter with a passion for digital marketing to join our dynamic team!

As a Copywriter you will work with clients from a variety of different industries. You will be responsible and accountable for the successful creation, curating and managing of relevant copy for clients that meet and exceed client contract expectations. Copywriting projects include websites, landing pages, blog posts, email marketing campaigns and content for other digital elements.

This is a full-time position for candidates located within drive time of our Studio in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.

If the following items match your skills, please read further for the full job description, we’d love to hear from you!

  • You have excellent writing skills – creating compelling copy is your passion
  • You demonstrate the ability to think creatively and deliver content with keen attention to detail, accuracy and to leading digital marketing concepts
  • You have exceptional research skills
  • You are able to build strong client relationships
  • You have a positive disposition
  • You love working in a fast paced, collaborative environment
  • You thrive on meeting deadlines and achieving business results for clients
  • You demonstrate excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with social media & email marketing, blogging, and establishing an online presence

Candybox Marketing is an award-winning full-service digital marketing agency with studios in Oakville, Ontario and Halifax, Nova Scotia. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies 3 years in a row and have been listed on the Great Places to Work list for 2023. We are a team of innovative marketers looking to make the web sweet!

responsibilities

  • Work with clients in a variety of industries
  • Meet with clients to gain an understanding of their brand, business, project and marketing objectives
  • Collaborate with the Executive Creative Director and other departments to ensure the content and copywriting goals are consistent with the overall project objectives
  • Conduct thorough research on client industry topics
  • Write clear, concise and grammatically correct copy that results in effective and compelling communication
  • Utilize different writing styles that appeal to various target markets
  • Write compelling content for client projects such as websites, landing pages, blog posts, email marketing campaigns, brand videos, brand guidelines and content for other digital elements
  • Produce all copywriting demonstrating a thorough knowledge of successful marketing principles that drive high engagement for clients
  • Manage multiple projects at one time
  • Conduct editing and proofreading for clients
  • Maintain up to date Toggl and Monday Boards as per department process requirements
  • Write with and without the help of AI programs like ChatGTP

requirements for the role

  • Marketing Graduate
  • Proven experience as a copywriter or related role (Hootsuite, Later, Soho)
  • Experience with Canva, Sketch, or Adobe Products
  • Easily learns new software (Reporting, tracking etc)
  • Proficient in an Apple, Google Drive environment
  • Knowledge of online content strategy & creation
  • Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
  • Experience with SEO, design and image creation
  • Familiar with the top social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)
  • Experience with scheduling platforms

what we are looking for in a successful candidate

  • Acts with Integrity
  • Self-Managed
  • Accountable
  • Problem Solver
  • Do what you say you will do
  • Consistently demonstrates positive behaviour
  • Takes Initiative
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Punctual
  • Builds Trust & Relationships
  • Engages positively with others
  • Effective Listener
  • Effective Communicator
  • Results Oriented
  • Achievement Driven
  • Analyze and Predict
  • Creative
  • Work well under pressure
  • Positively acts on Feedback

what we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Health benefits (dental, eye care, physio, medical, massage, and more)
  • Annual bonuses based on performance and company success
  • Group RRSP Participation
competitive salaries
It’s not all about the benjamins, but they sure don’t hurt.
work from home privileges
business on the top, sweatpants on the bottom.
RRSP contribution matches
we invest in our people.
health benefits
we're too sweet not to have dental coverage.
day off on your birthday
go party like its your birthday!
team & culture events
teamwork makes the dream work.

Please use this link to apply! Please submit a resume along with a cover letter addressed to Darrell Keezer (he writes the cheques). We would love to see anything else you would like to provide us.

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