What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Editorial Copywriter, Zappos position at Amazon?
Description
The Senior Editorial Copywriter is responsible for executing, overseeing, and strategizing copy across Zappos marketing channels. Qualified candidates are seasoned in retail copywriting and have deep in-house brand experience. This role is instrumental in the development and creation of high-level campaigns & projects including editorial planning & franchises, internal brand decks & reference tools, as well as co-ownership of strategic copy approach for key marketing moments in partnership with the Head of Editorial. The Senior Editorial Copywriter fosters strong cross-functional relationships on a daily basis with graphic designers, art directors, stylists, and marketers to deliver compelling seasonal (Tier 1) campaigns that align with overall business goals, acting as the gatekeeper of the established Zappos brand voice and ensuring Tier 1 messaging cascades to all channels & platforms in an impactful & brand-right way.
Key job responsibilities
Ensure all brand language adheres to the established Zappos brand voice, tone & editorial standards
Lead & own copywriting for key seasonal (Tier 1) campaigns, including high-level concepting & internal presentations
Work alongside junior copywriters to ensure core campaign messaging cascades to other channels effectively
Co-own copy style guides & competitor analysis in partnership with the Head of Editorial
Help lead brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas & see them through to the customer
Craft interview questions & content frameworks for influencer collaborations & brand partnerships
Research industry trends & track marketplace competitors to inform copywriting strategy
Proactively identify opportunities to help improve processes & marketing workflows
Contribute to the team's creative culture & development through knowledge sharing
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in editing, copy-editing, and proofreading
- Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization
- Experience communicating and presenting to senior leadership
- Experience in brand identity and voice development
- Bachelor's degree in English, Advertising, Marketing, or related field
- 6 years copywriting experience in-house for a footwear, fashion, or lifestyle brand
- A digital portfolio showcasing strong examples of past work on multiple channels & platforms
- Obsession with the fashion retail landscape, marketplace competitors, trends, best practices, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of fundamental marketing principles (marketing funnel, customer journey, etc.)
- Understanding of community-driven marketing & influencer partnerships
- Experience using ai technology as a copywriting tool
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $64,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $137,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Salary : $64,400 - $137,700