Copywriter

The Home Depot • Atlanta, GA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

This role develops, edits, and proofreads promotional, editorial, and product copy across digital and traditional marketing channels. Accuracy of content, editorial consistency, compliance with brand standards, and correct brand positioning are top responsibilities. Writer must be a highly creative problem solver and adept at collaborating with cross-functional partners to execute key deliverables with exceptional quality and speed. Partners with Managers of Creative, Designers, Vendors, Agency Partners, Merchants, Marketing/Project Managers, and Production Specialists to deliver seamless customer-focused solutions.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• 3 years of work experience.
• Bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
• Working knowledge of Mac OS, Microsoft Office, InDesign or similar DTP program required

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating, editing and proofing copy in a minimum of two of the following mediums: print, OLA, email, web.
• Previous employment in a retail environment working with a team of designers and production specialists.
• CMS/editing software, Adobe CS, HTML5, JavaScript, Flash and other emerging platforms a plus.
• Well-developed communication skills including ability to articulate creative concepts and rationale for client and team.
• Competent in strategic brainstorming, campaign development and creative brief execution.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, self-manage workload and prioritize deadlines.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Adaptability to changes in process, technology, strategy.

Responsibilities

• Writes and proofreads promotional, editorial and/or product copy for all assigned categories and media channels; researches industry standards, vendor and competitor sources to develop copy that aligns to The Home Depot brand and copy standards.
• Works with creative staff, marketing/project managers, agencies and others to deliver copy that is accurate, adheres to corporate/federal/state regulations.
• Negotiates with marketing and merchants on focus and content to promote and protect The Home Depot brand; ensures message is consistent with strategy and leadership vision; provides a connected messaging/customer experience across channels.
• Exhibits strong project management to meet deadlines; provides analytical and problem-solving skills to help improve process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level