Creative Copywriter

Zoro Tools, Inc. • Chicago, IL

62d • Hybrid

About The Position

As part of Zoro's Creative Services Team, the Creative Copywriter is a mid-level copywriter and a champion of Zoro's brand voice, ensuring it resonates consistently across all customer touchpoints-from print to digital. This role works closely with design and cross-functional teams to translate business goals into engaging content that connects with our business customers and inspires them to take action. We'd love to meet someone who knows how to apply brand guidelines while keeping copy fresh, has experience writing for different customer segments, is an expert in social media/digital content, and thrives in a team environment.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of professional copywriting experience with a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic. B2B experience is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent writing and grammar skills with an eye for detail and the ability to research products when necessary.
• Able to take complex creative briefs and distill them into key points of relatable messaging.
• Collaborate easily with designers to create compelling, cohesive content.
• Confident communicator who can explain creative choices to teammates and partners.
• Organized and adaptable-you can juggle multiple projects, hit deadlines, and pivot when needed. Familiarity with project management software, such as Workfront, is a plus.
• Able to join us in our Chicago office at least two days per week.
• An online portfolio and a degree in journalism, advertising, communications, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• B2B experience
• Familiarity with project management software, such as Workfront

Responsibilities

• Write a range of internal/external content including emails, website copy, direct mail, social media, digital ads, and more.
• Team up every day with our awesome designers and writers to bring ideas to life.
• Champion Zoro's brand voice to resonate with our customers and create consistency across all touchpoints.
• Use our brand guidelines and writing guides to seamlessly integrate with Zoro's existing content.
• Embrace AI as a helpful brainstorming tool and a way to drive efficiencies.
• Be part of our award-winning culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents. We also support growing your family through access to adoption assistance program
• 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist and Wellhub portal membership to support your mental and emotional wellbeing
• At least 18 paid time off days annually for full-time employees and 6 company holidays per year
• 6% company contribution to a 401K Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required
• Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and access to financial counseling, education, and tools
• Charitable Gift Program - match gift to an eligible educational, cultural, community health, and human service organizations
• Employee discounts and admission to various civic and cultural institutions around Chicago
• Zoro office perks including coffee bar, beer on tap, unlimited snacks, access to the onsite gym, and incredible city skyline views

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees