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Job Title: Freelance Copywriter/Copyeditor Contractor
Salary Range: $25-$30 hour
Division:The Music People
Location: Berlin, CT
Schedule: Monday through Friday, totaling 1-6 hours per week
Exertis | JAM, Making the world sound better, one brand at a time! Do these words sound like music to your ears?
Since 1972, Exertis | JAM has grown to be one of the largest distributors of consumer electronic goods, pro-audio equipment and musical instruments. Come join us to stay true to our mission of delivering ONLY the best customer service!
What you will do:
We are currently seeking a skilled, educated, and experienced Freelance Copywriter and Copyeditor Contractor to assist our Creative, Marketing, and Product Development teams to perform various copywriting, proofreading and copy-editing assignments while meeting assigned deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- The ability to write brand copy within our established brand voice and guidelines
- Copywriting for various projects including but not limited to product overview descriptions, features, specifications, bullet points, Amazon-spec product titles, infographic headlines/subheads, video voiceover scripts, press releases, etc.
- Proofreading and marking up existing copy with copywriting suggestions as assigned
- Work closely with Creative Director on creative copy development of headlines and subheadings, body copy, and call-to-action copy for print and digital advertising
- Work closely with the Creative Director as well as the Marketing Manager and the Product Development team to achieve desired outcomes on various projects
- Available throughout each workday to discuss projects through voice calls and email
- Submit completed work via email using Microsoft Word or Google Docs
- Astute attention-to-detail, thoroughly understand English grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and follow style guides such as the Chicago Manual of Style in addition to writing within our established brand voice and guidelines
- Must have attention to detail, provide turnaround time estimates, and track time on projects, and submit accurate weekly invoices
What we are looking for:
A dependable copywriter/copyeditor who demonstrates a can-do attitude, professional demeanor, is down-to-earth, communicates well verbally, willing to ask questions, and sees projects through to completion while being mindful of brand guidelines and the delivery dates of each project
This is a temporary role ideal for candidates seeking a freelance contractor opportunity for a well-known music industry brand
Knowledge and experience using music gear, performing music, and playing instruments, although not essential for this role, would be beneficial
Ready to join our team? Here is why we are one big, happy JAMily…
Generous employee discounts on all our cool gear
On-going learning opportunities
The opportunity to work on a highly talented, winning team
Come JAM with us… we not only work hard but play just as hard. Want to take your career to the next level? View all our current openings: Apply Online!
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While we appreciate your interest, please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.