Copywriter (6 month FTC)

This is a 6 month fixed term contract. This role is part of our Personalised Content team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients including eBay, Walmart, and more!

JOB PURPOSE

As a Copywriter, you’ll join our global copy team, which is made up of nearly 60 people worldwide. You’ll be writing and editing in-app content for one of the world’s largest streaming platforms—providing on-brand copy for synopses that drive views and engagement with global audiences. Reviewing, editing, and rewriting AI-generated synopses and writing net new content will be the focus of this role. You’ll be responsible for ensuring synopses are compelling, insightful, and accurate descriptions of every title. Working closely with the Copy Lead and a wider team of writers, you’ll flex your creative and strategic muscles every day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit and rewrite AI-generated copy to align with brand guidelines and inform audiences of the title’s plot, tone, and genre.
• Create a compelling, effective original copy with a clear objective for titles from all over the world.
• Develop creative ideas and concepts across various channels where applicable.
• Adhere to the client’s tone of voice and brand guidelines.
• Research competitors and trends for creative inspiration.
• Collaborate with fellow writers and account management.
• Support mid- and junior-level writers on the account through mentorship and providing copy feedback.
• Update internal documents to track feedback and brand nuances to ensure consistency.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience with AI content (editing, rewriting) is a must.
• In-depth knowledge of how to craft copy that connects with audiences.
• In-depth knowledge of how to research unfamiliar topics is a must.
• Detail-oriented, curious, and able to work independently.
• Ability and readiness to work at a fast pace on multiple assets daily.
• Confidence in working with other departments and stakeholders.
• An understanding of the importance of consistency across different touchpoints of a user journey.
• Ability to present work to large groups and communicate ideas clearly and enthusiastically.
• A collaborative approach to getting things done.

WE OFFER

• Healthcare with Bupa or Medicash.
• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
• Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks at DEPT.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.

WHO ARE WE?

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world. DEPT is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.