The Copywriter at ARGONAUT develops persuasive copy across various platforms, collaborates with creatives for campaigns, and engages clients during presentations.
Copywriter
ABOUT ARGO
We unlock timeless potential in timely ways.
Since opening our doors back in 2013, we have been in the pursuit of the world’s most valuable creative work. We work with our clients at pivotal points of inflection through Brand Building, Brand Scaling, and Brand Comebacks. And our Timeless/Timely Methodology™ is built to generate both immediate and sustaining results for our clients.
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
The Creative Department at ARGONAUT is a team of talented individuals who are passionate about unlocking the timeless potential of every brand they work with. They focus on Brand Building, Brand Scaling, and Brand Comebacks, and work closely with clients to develop and produce industry-leading creative solutions that drive their businesses forward. Led by the Head of Creative, the team strives to push the creative envelope and raise the bar on the quality of their clients' creative work while delivering successful solutions that work. They are known for their deep understanding of how campaigns are effective across all channels and their ability to inspire and measure agency work against high creative standards. The department is committed to developing and nurturing top talent in the creative and production community while staying current on industry trends, pop culture, and technology. Overall, the Creative Department at ARGONAUT is a highly collaborative and innovative team that works tirelessly to create an atmosphere where the most valuable ideas can emerge.
ROLE SUMMARY
The ARGONAUT Copywriter is a concept-driven creative who helps bring brand stories to life across a variety of channels- from digital and social to film, print, and experiential. They work alongside their Art Director partner to craft compelling, on-brand, and results driven work that is both timeless and timely.
A creative storyteller
Ideates with Art Director on concepts and owns creative work from brief toconcept to production to completion Develops clear, engaging, and persuasive copy for campaigns across multiple platforms (social, digital, TV, print, OOH, etc.)Collaborate with art directors and other creatives to develop and execute big ideasTranslates creative briefs into compelling concepts that align with client goals and brand voiceEdits and proofreads content to ensure quality, consistency, and brand alignmentStays current on industry trends, pop culture, and digital best practices
The best part of a client’s day
Presents and sells work confidently, both internally and to clientsEngages the client in discussion over the workPrepares and presents client workIsn’t afraid to get their hands dirty to sell, make and create their workSees projects through production, ensuring the end output is nothing short ofperfection
An intuitive partner
Collaborates with Strategy, Brand Management and Production to ensureideas are on brief and within budgetRaises hand and engages discussion internally and with client when worksteers off the intended visionBuilds relationships with vendorsIn tune with culture and trends
SUPER POWERS & DESIRED TRAITS
You are: Magic maker, Nurturing, Experimental
You value: Curiosity, Hope, Ambition
You have: Creative vision, Collaborative communication, Energy
QUALIFICATIONS:
2 or more years of experience as a Copywriter within the Advertising Industry or related fields
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience required
Copywriter portfolio, or “spec” portfolio demonstrating strong creative abilities, conceptual thinking, headline mastery, and versatility across formats
Excellent writing, editing, and grammar skills
Excellent oral communication and presentation skills - comfort with client presentations and creative feedback
Passion for storytelling, branding, and pushing creative boundaries
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