Copywriter

At HLK, as a Copywriter, you'll get to be a part of a tight-knit creative department. You’ll partner with art directors and designers to craft compelling concepts across all channels, media and at times stretch into long format. Infused with top-tier brand and creative strategy and the guidance of your creative director, you'll own the execution of your ideas. In your day-to-day, you'll collaborate closely with a diverse team and always keep your eyes on the prize - delivering top-notch quality every time. If you’re someone who:… loves to learn it all and do it all… knows how to concept and wants to learn more about long format… has worked in B2C and wants to learn more about the mysteries of B2B… loves to collaborate and build ideas with others… loves to learn about complex industries and make them interesting,This is the place for you. Responsibilities Write original copy and edit content for a wide range of projects, such as print, video, emails, websites, articles, digital media, signage, and moreTranslate complex brand and product challenges into compelling, clear brand stories that are understandable, interesting, and align with unique target audience perspectivesWrite with efficiency as you tackle everything from brand concepts to technical writing needsBring consistency, accuracy, and creative elegance to every project big or smallEmbracing feedback to address comments and sharpen the work at every opportunityWork on multiple projects simultaneously in a demanding, deadline-driven environmentEnforce and follow established client brand and style guide to ensure the content aligns with brand positioning, voice, and toneTake personal accountability for on-time deliverables Qualifications Minimum of three years of experience in copywriting, journalism, content marketing, or a related fieldBased in Chicago and eager to tackle complexities and learn new industriesBachelor’s degree in communications, creative writing or journalism (or similar discipline) from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experienceDemonstrate a strong command of the structure of language, both formal and informalPossess a wide breadth of writing abilities from conceptual to long-form to headlines to calls to actionExperience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, G Suite, and similar software applicationsExcellent spelling and grammar skills with minimal amends from proofreadingAbility to ask the right questions to get the information you need to effectively write compelling copyAbility to take/provide constructive and positive feedbackSolid communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detailCollaborative mindset and the ability to work across a number of different teamsStrong grasp of marketing and advertising trendsA strong portfolio with a variety of samples (long and short form) Additional Information We believe in the power of people to drive brands. Together, we shape a brand's identity and inspire its next move.We believe that brands have the power to influence people. We create brands in constant motion, on a mission to connect, surprise, and change behavior.Our mission is to provide an environment where passionate problem solvers can thrive. Every day we encourage our people to do 3 things: Be Curious. Seek out the right problems to solve. Embrace criticism. Dig deeper and dream bigger. Be Thoughtful. Approach everything with a sense of humanity. Act with empathy and support one another. And Be Brave. Take calculated risks, push the work, and move forward fearlessly.

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