Company Description
The Team One C.O.R.E.
C = Collaborative
We work together to get better stuff done than we could alone.
O = Optimistic
Honest and confident in our quest forward; believing the impossible is possible.
R = Results-Driven
Creativity is always in service of results and never for its own sake.
E = Entrepreneurial
Blow up the establishment. Shoot for the moon.
OverviewGENERAL SUMMARY
Passionately strives to move the agency creative agenda forward. Works closely with Art Director partner to develop ideas for all forms of communication, recognizing that today's constantly changing media and technology offers new tools and demands new approaches and solutions. Creative excellence is essential. Conceptual strategy and creative implementation should be at an award-winning level. Must have a dedication, persistence and passion for relevant, groundbreaking ideas, be organized, excellent communicator and command of the written word.
A Copywriter Fundamentally Is:
- Passionate: Doesn't pursue this position simply to have a job. Must have a deep passion to express themselves and solve problems
- Skilled: Knows the best solution for creating the most powerful ideas changes with each new project. Seeks a mastery of the tools and tech required to express an idea in variety of mediums
- Challenging: Live in the realm of possibility and takes notice of what's missing.
She/He Acts and Works In The Following Way:
- Resilient: Can bounce back from disappointment and come back even stronger with a greater idea
- Collaborative: Works within and across other departments. Understands that "We" can be more powerful than "Me."
And Has The Potential To Become:
- Persuasive / A Great Pitcher: Understands that a great idea represents only 50% of their job. Selling it to both internally and to the client is the other 50%
- Results Oriented: Create work that is not only creatively interesting but gets noticed and is talked about. Can translate complex business problems into simple inspirational solutions that build business.
ResponsibilitiesDay to Day:
- Develops and advocates for unique, award-winning quality communications for the majority of assignments.
- Delivers ideas and work that exceed creative expectations and client business goals.
- Oversees the production throughout the entire process of specific creative ideas for various applications including print, broadcast, digital, radio and other relevant media.
- Displays a curiosity about the latest marketing trends and digital tools and anything related to constantly evolving forms of communication and storytelling.
- Always seeks to develop outstanding presentation skills, and applies great creativity to the task of persuading any audience—whether internal or client—of the value of the work he/she has created.
- Contributes to new business pitches, and makes client presentations.
- Stays current with regard to client's business, the industry landscape, as well as product strategies and information.
- Conceptualizes, brainstorms, imagines, and develops creative ideas and executions for television, print, digital, outdoor and any other applicable media opportunities.
- Approves executions throughout production process
QualificationsExperience: Demonstrable experience in generating ideas at an award-winning level. Portfolio or reel must display the ability to do work that appeals to diverse audiences and a range of clients, and must be verifiable. Collection of work should include evidence of ability to create strong conceptual ideas in a wide variety of media.
Education: College degree is preferred however competency is evaluated based on body of work.
Skills & Abilities: Able to develop strong, conceptual ideas that surpass conventional advertising. Must be able to adhere to strict deadlines and schedules. Strong written communication skills and good presentation skills preferred.
Collaborates with Others: Works directly with Art Director partner. Works directly with the client, the Account Group, Strategic Planning (including IA), and Idea Production.
Work Direction Over Others: Provides direction to Proofreaders and Production.
Supervision Received: Supervised by Group Creative Director(s) who review work on an ongoing basis. It is also expected that the Copywriter determines and initiates non-scheduled input and dialog with the Creative Director.
Pace of Work: Fast-paced environment. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. It is also expected that the Copywriter participate in determining and weighing their workload against the creative standards if the agency. Copywriters are expected to let their Creative Director or Creative Coordinator knows when they are able to take on new assignments or help others with theirs.
Scope: Every project is different and offers a new set of challenges. Position demands that new avenues are used to solve problems in an innovative way while at the same time remaining true to each client's brand identity and each project's strategic objective.
Working Conditions: Team One is a professional, fast-paced, creative business environment. All employees are expected to support Team One’s commitment to providing a respectful & safe workplace. There may be times when lifting up to 25lbs. is required. Overtime, including evenings and/ or weekend work- may be required. There may be occasion to travel. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and acceptable manner during working hours and all work-related events, including but not limited to, holiday parties, off-sites, client meetings/events, shoot locations, etc.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
As an employee of Team One, a division of Saatchi & Saatchi Worldwide, you are expected to be aware of and adhere to all Publicis Groupe Policies, in addition to Team One and Saatchi & Saatchi policies. All Publicis Groupe policies supersede other policies except for when in conflict with California State Law.
Additional InformationOur Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
