Copywriter | Personalized Content Team (Hybrid - Vancouver/Toronto)

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning 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 20+ 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.  

This role is part of our Personalized Creative team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalized, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behavior's, and shift market share for our clients including eBay, Ancestry, Walmart, and more!

JOB PURPOSE:
You will write, edit, and optimise compelling, relevant copy for Opendoor, the digital real estate company changing the way we buy and sell homes. You will work across various digital channels (ex. landing pages, display ads, CRM, etc), developing concepts and providing creative copy that engages various audiences. Partnering closely with copy editors, designers, Opendoor stakeholders, and account managers, you will create compelling content that engages the customer at every part of their journey. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create clear, effective, and original copy and content for Opendoor’s digital marketing
• Identify gaps in content strategy and generate creative solutions
• Work with Opendoor’s stakeholders to build our customer journey for various audiences and thematic categories
• Fix any content issues that might arise with new platform or templates
• Develop creative ideas and concepts across various channels 
• Adhere to clients' tone of voice and brand guidelines; help evolve copy guides for Opendoor’s digital landscape 
• Research competitors and trends for creative inspiration
• Collaborate with design and account management
• Contribute to team creative brainstorms
• Participate in and contribute to monthly global Copy Team meetings

SKILLS AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

• Exceptional language and grammar skills 
• 1-3 years of experience as a copywriter is a must
• Experience with marketing and project management a plus
• Background in agency or brand is preferred
• Experience in real estate or other related field is a plus
• In-depth knowledge of multi-channel digital copy and brand development
• Ability to write compelling marketing and content copy that informs and engages
• Confidence working with other departments and stakeholders and clients 
• Readiness to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with many assets
• 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:

• 15 days Paid PTO
• 10 Public Holidays + Birthday off
• Medical, Dental, and Mental Health Support/Benefits (through Canada Life Insurance)
• Learning & growth certifications/certifications
• Enhanced Family Leave (after 1 year)
• A flexible, hybrid working policy
• Buddy Program: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®
• Tons of Office perks in our Toronto office! Enjoy biweekly breakfasts and lunches, tons of free snacks, and of course team events on the regular!
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 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.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DEPT® is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop, nurture and retain the most talented people from a range of diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives. We encourage all applications irrespective of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, nationality, marital status, and disability.

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.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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