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Principal Associate, ACD Copywriter- Brand Creative

AT Capital One
Capital One

Principal Associate, ACD Copywriter- Brand Creative

New York, NY

West Creek 6 (12076), United States of America, Richmond, Virginia

Principal Associate, ACD Copywriter- Brand Creative

Principal Associate, ACD Copywriter - Brand Creative

Capital One Brand Creative is looking for an experienced Associate Creative Director Copywriter to bring our brand to life across different audiences, products, channels and types of communication - with a focus on premium and luxury products.

Yep, we're a Fortune 100 finance company-credit cards, banking products & services, and best-in-class technology-but we don't write like one. Copy is intentionally simple and transparent so people feel at ease on their financial journey.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Write. No surprise there, right?

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  • From print to digital channels, you'll craft messaging for current customers, those we've just met, and ones we want to bring on board; Everything from writing headlines to translating legalese into user-friendly language
  • Brainstorm big concepts one day and tackle detail-oriented projects the next
  • Collaborate with marketing strategists and internal business clients to positively influence marketing strategy and the customer experience
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of advertising and marketing trends and translate business needs into compelling and innovative creative executions
  • Collaborate with a lot of smart people

    • Work with your team-art directors, creative directors, brand and marketing strategists
    • Work with your partners-internal marketing and line-of-business. As an ACD you can help influence strategy as well as you can craft the perfect headline
    • Work within white space - proactively seek out relationships that help uncover new opportunities and overcome challenges
  • Create marketing that cuts through the noise

    • Shape strategy and use it to inform your creative decisions.
    • Understand the importance of integrated thinking across channels, products and audiences, while staying true to the brand
    • Learn from consumer insights and let them influence your work
    • Be willing to push the process and mindsets of others to create great customer experiences and strengthen our brand
  • Get stuff done. On time. Every time

    • Manage multiple deadlines on numerous projects happening at the same time
  • Deliver error-free work, using best practices with keen attention to detail
  • Listen to, evaluate and incorporate feedback accordingly
  • Determine when to use existing solutions or start from scratch, so you can invest your time where it matters
  • Understand the goals of a project and craft strategic, creative solutions to meet that need
  • Present your work and sell in your vision internally and across Sr. leaders in a way that is compelling and builds partner trust

WHO YOU ARE

You want to be an EVIDENCE-BASED MARKETER.

  • Your curiosity is endless. There's always something else to learn.
  • You're flexible and not afraid of change-in fact, you welcome the challenge.
  • You share your point of view but seek out what might be missing and listen.
  • You have big ideas and know the best ones are driven by proof, persistence and patience.
  • You're a storyteller. You simplify the complex and compel your audience to act.
  • You know how to enjoy yourself. While fun isn't mandatory, it certainly seems to follow you.
  • You care-about the work, your team and the customers you serve.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or military experience
  • At least 3 years of professional copywriting or creative writing experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Has created a portfolio of creative work
  • Experience in one or more of the following marketing areas: Brand, Digital, Experiential, or Direct Response
  • General knowledge of Figma, Adobe Suite, and Google Suite
  • Experience in the financial services industry
  • Experience writing copy for premium or luxury brands

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

New York City (Hybrid On-Site): $118,700 - $135,400 for Principal Associate, Brand Copywriter

Sales Territory: $100,600 - $114,800 for Principal Associate, Brand Copywriter

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA; Richmond, VA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: capital-R204031
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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