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amika means friend. we’re a fearless, Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand + a friend to all hair, hairstylists, the planet + you.
we’re rooted in clinical results. each product is infused with our intoxicating scent + powered by our superfruit soul, sea buckthorn. known as one of earth’s most omega-rich plant sources, this potent berry nourishes your skin, scalp + strands.
we’re a proud pal to the planet + certified B-Corp. from sustainably sourced ingredients + recyclable packaging to our energy-saving production processes, we pledge to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, waste + energy to reach Net Zero by 2030.
having grown up in salons, we know better than anyone how important stylists are—they’re our confidantes + community. Think of us as your at-home hairapist, here to empower self-expression + bring joy to your haircare experience. all hair is welcome™.
the job:
amika is looking for a culturally plugged-in, digitally fluent Copy + Editorial Associate to join our growing Creative team.
you’re someone who screenshots great taglines, rewrites emails in your head, knows when less is more + understands the difference between content people scroll past + content people feel. you’ll shape how we show up across email, site, blog, paid media, social + much more—-bringing the amika voice to life in ways that feel confident, clear + unmistakably us.
love beauty? chronically online? scroll through your email inbox for inspo? you'll be a great fit. this role is ideal for someone with strong editorial instincts who knows what's already out there + what's up next. you’ll report into the Copy + Editorial Manager + lead messaging for our digital channels, collaborating closely with designers + cross-functional partners across E-Commerce, Brand Marketing, Consumer Engagement, Product Marketing + Pro.
salary: $50-60 per hour
location: must be based in NY + have the right to work in the US. must be willing to work on-site in BK 2-3 days per week.
what you'll do:
- write conversion-driving, on-brand copy across all digital touchpoints including email, SMS, homepage, landing pages, paid media, product detail pages + site content
- help shape customer journeys + launch storytelling across owned channels
- partner with E-Commerce + Digital Marketing teams to develop thoughtful, performance-minded copy that balances creativity with conversion
- support campaign messaging development + help translate larger brand concepts into channel-specific executions
- own our blog, the strand, parnering with the Social + Consumer Engagement teams to identify content opportunities for multi-platform storytelling
- name products + develop product storytelling that clearly communicates benefits, clinically backed claims + points of differentiation while maintaining brand voice
- support copy needs for influencer mailers, PR moments, retail storytelling, education materials, events + ad hoc brand initiatives
- assist with A/B testing + optimization efforts to strengthen engagement + performance across channels
- proofread, fact-check + maintain consistency across all copy deliverables
- contribute to the ongoing evolution of amika’s voice, messaging frameworks + copy best practices
- stay tapped into trends across beauty, fashion, culture, digital marketing + social to bring innovative thinking + relevant storytelling opportunities to the brand
who you are:
- a strong writer with sharp instincts + a distinct point of view
- deeply online in the best way—culturally aware + inspired by great branding, storytelling + social content
- able to adapt your writing style depending on channel, audience + objective
- collaborative, proactive + comfortable working in a fast-moving environment
- detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger creative picture
- passionate about beauty, haircare, branding + storytelling
- excited by both conceptual thinking and executional excellence
must haves:
- 2–4 years of copywriting, editorial, or brand writing experience (beauty, fashion, or lifestyle experience preferred)
- a portfolio or links to past writing showcasing brand storytelling + channel writing
- experience writing for social, digital marketing, email + e-commerce
- understanding of performance-minded copywriting + channel best practices
- ability to manage multiple projects + shifting priorities simultaneously
ready to apply?
please click the link below that will bring you to our careers page where you can submit your application + resume (cover letter optional). a member of our team will be in touch soon!
amika New York, New York, USA Office
New York, NY, United States
amika New York, New York, USA Office
New York, NY, United States, 11206
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