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Please submit your application in English.

Must be fluent, C1/C2 or native in German and English languages.

Please note: This is a short-term freelance contract opportunity.

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.

JOB PURPOSE

As a Senior Copywriter, you will join our global Copy Team made up of almost 60 people around the world. You will write for all digital channels, providing on-brand website copy that drives clicks and engagement.

You will provide voice and tone expertise, acting as the brand guardian for this workstream. You will work closely with account managers and the client to deliver brand-affirming, high-quality content that resonates with the customer.

This role requires a genuine passion for editing and giving critical feedback. You will be expected to uphold our clients' creative standards, while continuing to push new ideas and embody DEPT®’s entrepreneurial spirit.

• Create clear, effective, and original copy and content for our clients onsite marketing
• Write content for various channels
• Provide clear, effective feedback
• Give directional brand and tone of voice guidance
• Establish, strengthen, and uphold copy standards
• Establish processes and policies to maximise efficiency
• Deliver creative ideas confidently both internally and externally
• Offer strategic messaging insights on creative campaigns
• Research competitors and trends for creative inspiration
• Facilitate creative brainstorms and other necessary meetings
• Exhibit leadership and professionalism across all interactions

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience as a copywriter is a must, and a background in agency or brand is preferred
• Experience editing content and giving feedback is necessary
• Experience in the e-commerce/retail environment a plus
• Experience delivering and receiving feedback in English is necessary
• Translation and/or transcreation experience a plus
• In-depth knowledge of multi-channel digital copy and brand development a big plus
• Understanding of social media content best practices and trends preferred
• Ability to deliver compelling marketing and content copy that sells is essential
• Confidence working with other departments and stakeholders such as designers, developers, and clients is essential
• 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
• Native-level or C1 German and excellent English skills, both written and spoken.

AI Disclosure:

At DEPT®, we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional, just let us know if you’d prefer it not be used.

This posting reflects an existing freelance need at DEPT®.

WHO ARE WE?

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking 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 30+ 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 team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.

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

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?

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.

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