English / Spanish - Required
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Copywriter & Copy Editor plays an integral role in developing and translating marketing communications that define, support and reinforce brand and program initiatives. Produces clear, creative, benefit-driven copy and translations across several channels, including catalog, Social media and web, for marketing, sales and corporate communications. The Copywrite & Copy Editor also contributes to the development and/or translations of promotional campaigns, including new product and incentive launches for our Field. Hybrid/Remote position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The incumbent may be required to perform all or a combination of the following essential functions as determined by business necessity:
- Translate, trans create and/or adapt copy from English to Spanish and/or from Spanish to English for consumer catalogs, videos, product literature, new program announcements, hosts/customer incentives, sales promotions, field magazine, web, Social Media, and additional collateral
- Proofread and copy edit for grammar, content relevance, clarity and style, in both languages
- Write and translate from English to Spanish while maintaining consistent brand messaging throughout all communications.
- Assist, as needed, in the translation/transcreation/adaptation of scripts for field events in both languages
- Work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborate with designers, as needed, to translate copy concepts into compelling, effective communication vehicles – use of infographics and videos
- Bilingual professional writing skills, reading comprehension and speaking (English/Spanish) required
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may be required to perform other non-essential functions. Like, conducting field interviews (primarily via telephone) and writing testimonials in both languages. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
SPECIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Performs duties under direction where definite objectives are established, plans and arranges a significant portion of own work, referring only unusual cases to supervisor or others. Independent decision making required.
EDUCATION, TRAINING and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, English, Communications or related field. Minimum of three to five years promotional writing, in both languages with emphasis in Spanish, in either a Corporate Communications Department or Advertising Agency at a professional level.
TECHNICAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, and/or LICENSES:
Proficient personal computer skills, working knowledge of PC mainly, Mac not crucial, Word, Excel and Power Point are required. Proficient in navigating Social Media channels with the goal of developing and/or trans-creating/adapting content that’s relevant to the platform.
REASONING ABILITY:
The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions is required. Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
LANGUAGE SKILLS – Must be fluent in both English and Spanish for all of the following:
Ability to write culturally relevant copy in both languages at a professional level (English/Spanish) with emphasis in Spanish. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations is required. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from executive staff, group managers, clients, and customers is required.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The incumbent will use a computer monitor, keyboard and mouse frequently. Must have high-speed Internet to allow for uninterrupted workflow on a daily basis. Travel is based on business need. Travel to field events and/or video shoots quarterly or two times a year.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (If Applicable):
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
