Junior Copywriter

Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week in-office)Words are your way of making people pay attention. As a Junior Copywriter at Taylor, you'll write for brands that show up in culture through social, press, and the moments people actually talk about. You'll work alongside a dynamic creative team, sharpening your voice on everything from pitch angles to platform-native copy. If you love language and always have a take, this is your way in. WHAT YOU’LL DOCreative Thought LeadershipDevelops a basic understanding of client's business, brand, industry, and target consumers, using this knowledge to offer integrated, multi-channel campaign ideas that meet client business needsRemains current on marketing, design, technology, language, and cultural trends, and infuses this knowledge into all creative workBrings unconventional thinking and innovation to the work Communication & StorytellingWrites, presents, and communicates in a polished, articulate, and persuasive manner across all mediums, internally and externallyListens well, building relationships internally and externally through respect and responsivenessBegins to learn and understand the agency business model, structure, and offerings, and how they come together in service of a client partner's business needsCommunicates well with internal colleagues to explain creative ideas and respond to questions or concerns ConceptingActively participates in creative ideation for digital & social content, event activations, brand identity systems, print materials, and other campaign elementsPartners effectively with others to uphold diversity of thought, integration, and collaboration across disciplinesWorks to refine ideas into fully integrated program concepts that drive business impact and deliver against defined objectivesEnsures that ideas/concepts fit together as part of the broader strategy and brand identity Execution / MakingDemonstrates accountability and ownership for all creative work on assigned projectsIncorporates feedback and direction from senior team members and collaborates with them to evolve and elevate the workCopywriting: Assists senior team members with writing of creative platforms, manifestos, digital/social copy, and other copy for presentations and final execution WHO YOU ARERespecting What's Right: makes ethical choices and treats others with respect by embracing diversity of backgrounds and thoughtEntrepreneurial Enthusiasm: takes initiative and doesn't wait to be tapped. Leads from wherever they are and delivers irreplaceable valueCommitted to Curiosity: open-minded and learns from all sources. Experiments and creates meaning in uncertaintyPride In Partnership: uses empathy to build trusting relationships and ensure effective communication. Is open to others' ideas and viewpointsInspired Innovation: is imaginative with big dreams and goals. Invents and iterates to shape hearts, minds, and culture for the better Minimum Qualifications and RequirementsBachelor's degree in advertising, English, journalism, communications or related field and/or equivalent work experience1+ years prior experience in a creative, advertising, or marketing agency setting, inclusive of internshipsA strong portfolio or writing samples demonstrating range across brand voice and toneActive on social media and knowledgeable about the latest platforms and content trendsInterested in the impact brand marketing can have on various segments of cultureProficiency with Microsoft OfficeStrong attention to detail, organization, multitasking, and time-managementWrites in a clear, articulate, and persuasive manner, adapting voice and tone across platforms, including social mediaTeam player who enjoys working with and helping others in a collaborative environmentCurious and open to others' ideas and viewpoints with a willingness to learn and take constructive feedbackA good problem solver who seeks to make improvements and learns from mistakesMust reside in the New York Metro area and be able to commute to our Manhattan office as needed COMPENSATION$55,000 / year