Opportunities at TEAM LEWIS

Job title Copywriter 

Reporting to Director & Content Strategist

Based London HQ

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. The agency, its people and client campaigns have 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 TEAM LEWIS Foundation. In January 2021, there was a need to respond to the challenges the COVID pandemic brought to communities and charitable organisations. TEAM LEWIS saw that support was crucial and change was needed to make that happen. Our local causes scheme was launched. Every member of TEAM LEWIS can nominate a local cause close to their heart to receive a cash donation. In addition, nominated causes can also benefit from a donation in kind of expertise, time, and resources. In the past year TEAM LEWIS has donated almost $2million to 445 causes around the world. You can read more about TEAM LEWIS Foundation at https://www.teamlewis.com/impact2021/.

Purpose of the role

The Copywriter is a key member of the content hub, which is positioned to deliver excellent pieces of copy across the agency. This individual will drive best practice across a variety of content types, ranging from video scripts to byline articles.

The successful applicant will act as an internal content evangelist, a client facing consultant, brand journalist and contributor to the business. Writing, producing, editing and campaign ideation are integral skills for this role.

Responsibilities

Content creation

• Act as an account resource to draft short and long form content for clients and for internal purposes
• Bylines (contributed articles), thought Leadership articles, White Papers, reports, press releases, blog posts, case studies, infographic copy, social media posts, video scripts and more
• Develop original campaign ideas for existing clients and new business opportunities
• Provide support, advice and creative thinking regarding content and campaigns on an on-going basis
• Build knowledge of business, technology, consumer and mainstream trends to inform the direction of the content and provide context within writing style

Team working and development

• Works with account teams to execute on content strategies for each campaign, working closely with clients, account leads and other content stakeholders
• Works cross-functionally with other teams to develop impactful and cohesive content for each client online and in traditional media outlets

• Works to train and support graduate employees on best practices for writing

About you

We are looking for a creative, innovative and passionate Copywriter. We need someone with impeccable attention to detail that can work towards tight deadlines in a busy and fast paced environment. You will have the ability to bring creative ideas to life through a broad range of content types.

Additional Requirements

• A passion for copywriting with extensive experience in short form copy. 
• Proven ability in writing, editing and proofreading digital and print content
• Understanding of traditional and social media, and current affairs and trends
• Experience dealing with editors, bloggers and online influencers
• Collaborative, articulate thinker with the ability to take creative direction under pressure
• Creative thinking and independent problem solving
• Time management and organization
• Acute attention to detail
• Journalism experience is a plus

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.

TEAM 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 TEAM LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.