Marketing Copywriter

Exponent • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $118,000 - $123,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking an experienced B2B copywriter to join its Business Development and Marketing team in Los Angeles or Oakland, California. The role creates content that brings the firm’s engineering and scientific work to life across print and digital channels, including thought leadership, case studies, social media, presentation decks, brochures, and HR and recruiting materials. The copywriter will also contribute to strategic marketing projects, develop content templates and messaging, draft omnichannel campaigns, support internal and external events, and write for web components.

This role calls for a sophisticated, efficient writer who can handle a wide range of topics and assignments. The copywriter will interview subject-matter experts, identify and develop compelling story angles, translate technical material into audience-appropriate content, and maintain consistency with Exponent’s brand voice and style. The position also involves managing feedback and expectations, repurposing existing content, copyediting and proofreading, and helping document and improve departmental processes. The role is based in a collaborative office environment where in-person interaction is valued.

The stated salary range is USD $118,000–$123,000 per year, with compensation dependent on experience and capabilities. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without immigration sponsorship or processing.

Requirements

• 10–12+ years of professional writing experience.
• Ability to absorb technical information, manage multiple assignments concurrently, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and make sound judgment calls across concurrent deliverables.
• Portfolio of meaningful writing samples across formats such as articles, web content, social posts, and sales collateral.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, such as English, journalism, communications, or marketing.
• Ability to distill complex technical capabilities into B2B long- and short-form content that resonates with target audiences.
• Stakeholder management experience, including understanding complex approval processes and risk mitigation.
• Strong interviewing skills and ability to identify topics suitable for thought leadership, case studies, white papers, or graphics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Tactical understanding of B2B marketing writing and strategies, including using AI tools to improve efficiency without sacrificing accuracy.
• Agile, growth-oriented mindset and willingness to adapt to changing needs and shifting priorities.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship or processing is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a regulated industry.
• Natural affinity for or direct experience with technical or relevant industry content development, marketing, and related communications.
• Passion for science and engineering.
• Working knowledge of AP style.
• Basic SEO experience and knowledge of optimization tools such as SEM Rush.

Responsibilities

• Write a high volume of content across print and digital formats, including thought leadership, case studies, social media, presentation decks, brochures, HR and recruiting collateral, and web components.
• Conduct interviews, ask effective follow-up questions, manage expectations, and clearly summarize expectations to support the drafting process.
• Develop topic and story angles aligned with Exponent’s strategic and brand initiatives.
• Guide free-form content brainstorming and help subject-matter experts identify compelling stories.
• Understand technical engineering and scientific topics while balancing multiple priorities and communicating clearly to target audiences.
• Ensure content consistently follows Exponent’s brand tone and style requirements.
• Incorporate subject-matter expert feedback and provide revisions or appropriate editorial solutions.
• Continuously develop knowledge of Exponent’s business and reflect strategic messaging and priorities in content.
• Identify opportunities to repurpose, repackage, and upcycle new and existing content.
• Support marketing operations, including copyediting and proofreading other writers’ work.
• Contribute to process documentation and optimization within the department.
• Support broader marketing projects, including developing content templates, articulating the value proposition, drafting omnichannel campaigns, and supporting internal and external events.

Benefits

• The firm offers a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being.
• Competitive benefits, compensation, and recognition programs.
• Career growth through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.

What This Job Offers

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