Proofreader/Jr. Copywriter

CrossCountry Mortgage•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Proofreader/Jr. Copywriter supports marketing and loan officer communications by creating clear, engaging, and on‑brand content across email, social media, direct mail, video, internet, and presentation channels. This role translates complex mortgage products into consumer‑friendly language, maintains brand-voice consistency, and collaborates closely with designers, proofreaders, and marketing partners to bring campaigns to life. The Proofreader/Jr. Copywriter ensures all content is accurate, compliant, and polished through thorough editing, fact‑checking, and final quality reviews across print, digital, video, and event materials.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in copywriting, content marketing, proofreading, editing or a related field.
Knowledge of proofreading, quality control, and creative review processes.
Exceptional writing, grammar, proofreading and editing skills.
Skill in balancing multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment.
Familiarity with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and project management tools.
Ability to work effectively in Microsoft 365 and learn new tools and platforms as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline, preferred.
Experience in a regulated industry such as financial services, healthcare, or insurance, preferred.
Experience in an in-house marketing department or agency environment, preferred.
Experience with a variety of marketing channels, including digital, social, email, events, and integrated campaigns, preferred.
A portfolio or writing examples that demonstrate versatility, creativity, and attention to detail.
Familiarity with AP Style and other editorial best practices, preferred.

Responsibilities

Write and edit marketing content for loan officers across a variety of channels, including email, social media, direct mail, video, and internet.
Tailor messaging to different audiences, platforms and objectives while keeping it clear, engaging and on brand.
Assist in maintaining and evolving our brand voice across every touchpoint.
Translate complex mortgage and financial products and programs into consumer‑friendly language without sacrificing accuracy.
Assist with creating and refining presentations, sales materials, and other business communications.
Collaborate with writers, designers, and marketers to bring campaigns and creative ideas to life that support campaign goals and business objectives.
Partner with the proofreader to help keep projects moving and ensure every piece of content is polished and accurate.
Review creative assets for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style consistency, tone, and clarity.
Verify facts, dates, names, disclosures, and product information before publication.
Conduct final quality checks across print, digital, video, broadcast, presentations, and event materials.
Collaborate closely with designers, production teams, and stakeholders to identify and resolve content issues before launch.