A high end retail catalog company is seeking a Freelance Copywriter to write creative copy for its jewelry, apparel and home furnishing. You would Work with our executive team, merchandising, production and creative teams to conceive and develop overall brand voice for catalog, web and retail divisions through compelling product names, descriptions, headlines and banners. Write copy for product packaging, in store signage and advertising as needed.

Essential Job Functions

·         Write and edit copy for apparel, jewelry and home furnishing products offered to consumers via our direct mail catalog, website and retail stores.

·         Generate new product names and descriptions.

·         Conceive headlines for hero products in the catalog and for web home and landing pages.

·         Communicate with Merchandising and Creative/Production team to establish and maintain a consistent brand voice for catalog and Internet.

·         Proofread copy to check spelling and grammar.  Edit and format copy as necessary according to production style sheets and requirements.

·         Work on several events at once, under pressure with tight deadlines.

·         Knowledge of regulations and laws governing copy such as registered and trademarked symbols, country or origin, materials used and care instructions. 

·         Attend meetings related to catalog and Internet merchandise, observe product, read/research technical information for each new item. 

·         Brainstorm ideas and concepts to enhance communication to the consumer.

·         Keep up to date with current trends both in the areas of merchandising and technology.

·         Establish relationships with various individuals and departments within the company as well as with vendors and merchandise providers as necessary.

·         Amend and revise copy and/or presentation in response to feedback from internal staff and the creative director.

Requirements

·         Minimum of BA in English, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing or related field of study.

·         3-5 years writing experience.

·         Excellent communication skills.

·         Experience working on the internet is preferred.      

·         Must be well organized and detail oriented.  

·         Ability to work in a self directed environment and to meet deadlines.

·         Working knowledge of MacIntosh and/or PC computers.

·         Willingness and ability to learn internal company applications and become familiar with internal processes and admin tools as needed.

·         Ability to use desktop publishing programs (preferably InDesign)

·         Knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

·         Brand strategy and implementation experience. 

·         Must be available and easily accessible via telephone or email during regular business hours and able to respond to requests for writing and editing of copy as needed.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

To Apply
Send cover letter and resume (salary requirements must be included to be considered) to catalog.hrmanager@gmail.com