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 more
• Translate complex brand and product challenges into compelling, clear brand stories that are understandable, interesting, and align with unique target audience perspectives
• Write with efficiency as you tackle everything from brand concepts to technical writing needs
• Bring consistency, accuracy, and creative elegance to every project big or small
• Embracing feedback to address comments and sharpen the work at every opportunity
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously in a demanding, deadline-driven environment
• Enforce and follow established client brand and style guide to ensure the content aligns with brand positioning, voice, and tone
• Take personal accountability for on-time deliverables

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in copywriting, journalism, content marketing, or a related field
• Based in Chicago and eager to tackle complexities and learn new industries
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, creative writing or journalism (or similar discipline) from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experience
• Demonstrate a strong command of the structure of language, both formal and informal
• Possess a wide breadth of writing abilities from conceptual to long-form to headlines to calls to action
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, G Suite, and similar software applications
• Excellent spelling and grammar skills with minimal amends from proofreading
• Ability to ask the right questions to get the information you need to effectively write compelling copy
• Ability to take/provide constructive and positive feedback
• Solid communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset and the ability to work across a number of different teams
• Strong grasp of marketing and advertising trends
• A strong portfolio with a variety of samples (long and short form)