Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
We’re looking for a Copywriter to join the Creative Strategy team at Snapchat! As a member of the Creative Strategy team, you will write, manage, and hone our voice in copy across business-related initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional creative partners to design and write intelligent, logical flows for communicating information — be that in a marketing site about our ad products, hero films that showcase premium creative work, business narratives used across the company, and more.
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What you’ll do:
Manage and write copy for ad sales collateral, business marketing emails, decks, websites, case studies, and more related to Snapchat’s ad and business products
Work with designers and strategists to create narratives for videos, sizzles, case studies, ad campaigns (including augmented reality) and web
Internalize the Snapchat voice and apply it across your remit to cultivate a fun and consistent tone
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A master of colloquial language, breaking things down, and explaining what things mean
A strong perspective on what makes a great user experience — in an app, a book, or an appliance. Everything we create, from decks to billboards, is a product!
Experience crafting brand voice, tone, and style guides ensuring consistent language across multiple touchpoints
An incredibly detail-oriented and organized person who never misses a period or an oxford comma
Experience working on integrated campaigns spanning digital, video, OOH, print, social, etc.
An ability to adapt quickly and work well with others without compromising our voice and integrity
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to clearly communicate concepts through mocks and decks when pitching work to stakeholders and directors
Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines and changing priorities
Ability to inspire creatives to build insight-driven work they are proud of, identify strong creative ideas, and support through strategic argument
A strong portfolio showcasing your work across multiple formats (digital, video, social, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
5+ years of professional copywriting experience
Clear, concise writing, with the ability to distill complex ideas into easily understood language
Fluency in both digital and traditional channels, including all social media platforms, content creation, and video
Strong copy editing and proofreading skills
A portfolio of creative work demonstrating a range of perspectives with a focus on clear communication
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience writing for advertising and video content, from pre-production to post
Experience working in both an ad agency and in-house marketing/creative team
Understanding of consumer insights and how to apply them to projects
Knowledge of design and technology trends
Ability to be conceptual, positive, curious, creative and synthesize feedback from multiple sources/iterate rapidly
Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage stakeholders, and work within evolving deadlines and scope
Experience telling brand value stories and addressing creative concerns
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at accommodations-ext@snap.com.
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!