Copywriter, Crm & Digital Spaces (Parental Leave Contract)

Description

Position at VMLY&R

WHO IS VMLY&R CANADA?

VMLY&R Canada is all about putting everything we are into everything we do. We're a full-service experience agency that thrives on creating work that brings people together, creating new value for people and businesses through connected brands.

We resist the usual ways of seeing, thinking, and doing. We question everything, using data and insights to reimagine the entire connected customer experience.

WHY WORK AT VMLY&R?

If you’re looking to create smart, creative work that drives impact for clients – all in a collaborative environment focused on belonging – VMLY&R has a place for you.

Since joining the creative team at VMLY&R in 2021, everyone I’ve worked with has been exceptionally talented, supportive, and kind. It’s a genuine pleasure to work with these folks.” Janelle, Copywriter

THE OPPORTUNITY

Copywriter, CRM + Digital Spaces (parental leave contract)

Could this be you?

You are passionate about connecting with consumers in new and creative ways. You understand that CRM and online communications present a unique opportunity to have a highly personal conversation. Whether it’s for targeted emails, persuasive online copy, or a creative direct mail, you’re able to distill and translate information and data insights into attention grabbing creative messages that fit the medium and resonate with your readers. You’re a collaborator at heart, a student of culture and people, and know it takes a team to take great work across the finish line.

In this role, you will…

• Always push to write that next great attention-grabbing headline or sentence that invites readers to explore further
• Apply your skill as an active listener and effective co-presenter in both the virtual and in-person space
• Work in partnership with an art director and multi-disciplinary team including project management, data and developers
• Push to create CRM work and online copy that showcases the unique role CRM and online channels play in contributing to a larger communication objectives
• Occasionally help perform other duties and projects as assigned within the larger creative department and lines of business
• Draw from your passion for people, adjusting your writing tone and style to speak to different consumer profiles in emails and online spaces

You have…

• An insatiable curiosity about industry, consumer and technology trends
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to arriving at the best work possible
• An understanding of email, online, and direct mail standards and best practices, with a mobile-first approach for digital
• The ability to participate in the development of several projects at once
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred
• 3+ years with experience writing for digital with a focus on CRM and online messaging
• Empathy for the consumer and their needs, keeping that in mind throughout the entire creative process

Benefits of Working Here

• Your birthday off
• Hybrid flexible working environment
• Regular culture get togethers
• Paid vacation, plus the follow paid days off:
• A focus on your mental health (e.g., free work out app)
• Health and dental benefits
• 4 day long weekends for stat holidays (April to October; total days 6)
• December holiday shut-down