Opportunities at TEAM LEWIS

About TEAM LEWIS

We are a global marketing agency that has gone from start-up to multi-national in little over two decades. Our success is due to a combination of factors. Talented people delivering award winning campaigns. Expanding client relationships into new markets or services. Making strategic acquisitions. TEAM LEWIS has won many prestigious awards, including Cannes Lions, PRovoke Media, ICCO, European Excellence, PRCA Digital, Digital Impact, Global Digital Excellence.

At the heart of the business is the TEAM LEWIS Foundation (TLF). A non-profit charitable entity, funded by TEAM LEWIS, the TLF makes grants to support individuals undertaking charitable activities and charitable organisations in achieving their goals. The TLF plays a constructive role in promoting social, cultural, economic and environmental innovation that benefits society. It aims to strengthen the bonds between the communications industry, businesses, governments and non-profits. In 2022, the TLF granted $700,000 to local causes alone. Community charities are championed by TEAM LEWIS’ employees, who volunteer their time and skills to provide marketing and comms support to maximise the grants’ effectiveness.

Purpose of the role

As a Content Writer, you'll play a key role in content-first programs. You’ll work closely with the wider account servicing team, developing engaging content across multi-channels, and using analytics to track results and impact.

You'll also play a role beyond client servicing from time to time, explaining LEWIS’s approach to content and designing creative programs that help us win new campaigns and promote the LEWIS proposition.

Content Writers at LEWIS have a strong working knowledge of journalism, public relations, marketing and/or design, as well as a passion for digital and social media. They thrive in a fast-paced agency environment and work on a wide range of clients, projects and brands. They are creative thinkers and find innovative solutions to achieve our clients’ business and marketing goals. Successful Content Writer are perfectionists when it comes to the written word and can demonstrate an ability to think conceptually. They can wrap their heads around complex ideas and can translate it into language easily understood by multiple audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of a content strategy for each campaign, working closely with account leads, creatives, and digital marketing experts
• Work cross-functionally to develop impactful and cohesive content for each client online and in traditional media outlets
• Write compelling content in a variety of forms, including bylines, thought leadership blog posts, infographics, social media posts, and more
• Understand the client’s business goals and objectives, and translate their needs into deliverables and actions
• Be the guardian of the client’s voice and ensure consistency when developing and reviewing all content and creative assets
• Provide consultation and creative thinking regarding content and campaigns on an ongoing basis
• Interview and develop relationships with key spokespeople, the clients’ customers and partners, and other subject-matter experts
• Identify creative opportunities within existing accounts, and approach problems from different perspectives

New Business

• Design creative content programs for new business opportunities, and participate in pitches as needed
• Attend agency and industry events to network, build relationships and spread the word about LEWIS’ content offerings
• Participating in new business meetings to pitch content services and work with prospective new clients to develop content ideas and strategies
  
  

About you

• 2+ years’ experience in journalism, content writing, or editorial role
• Experience in creating content for digital, social, and editorial. A journalism perspective is a plus
• Proven ability in writing, editing, and proofreading digital and print content
• Understanding of traditional and social media, and current affairs and industry trends
• Experience dealing with editors, bloggers, and online influencers
• You are a digital native, you understand the Internet of things and you have an eternal love for consuming and creating clever content
• A collaborative, articulate thinker with the ability to take creative direction under pressure
• Calmness under pressure and ability to deliver to tight deadlines
• Creative thinking and independent problem-solving
• Time management and organization
• Acute attention to detail
• Positive, constructive attitude
• Polished and professional appearance

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.

LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment, and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure that LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.

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