We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.We’re here for it. We think you should be too! We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Seasonal Senior Copywriter.The Seasonal Senior Copywriter will be responsible for creating engaging content and conceptual ideas for email and paid digital advertising campaigns. This role will develop content that brings our creative strategy to life, connecting people to our brand, deepening engagement and driving conversion.This is a hybrid position that requires 4 days in the Northbrook, IL office.A day in the life as a Seasonal Senior Copywriter
Create engaging, informative and high-performing content that supports business strategies for the email and paid digital (social and banner ads) channels
Deliver copy that embodies the unique Crate & Barrel voice and feels fresh, relevant and reflects our brand positioning
Collaborate with designers and marketers in the concept development process to form ideas against marketing briefs
Build cross-functional relationships and interact daily with the Email design, Paid Digital design and Brand marketing teams to support initiatives
Remain current on trends and cultural influences that are important to our customers, particularly in the area of home design, décor and entertaining
Review metrics monthly to analyze copy effectiveness and apply data to copy strategy strategy to maximize performance
Ability to collaborate with partners or work independently to develop content and concepts
What you'll bring to the table
Creative writing and storytelling skills
Ability to develop and deliver a clear, inspiring point of view
Possess an understanding of email content and digital media best practices
Understand marketing principles with demonstrated ability to deliver effective creative solutions against marketing briefs and content strategies
Knowledge of the home/housewares competitive retail landscape
Understand the nuances of our customer segments/channel and adjust the content or story as needed to maximize relevancy and connection
Demonstrated ability to successfully guide and move forward multiple projects at one time
Deliver complex ideas/objectives in a clear, concise and engaging way
Communicate clearly and effectively to both internal and external audiences
We’d love to hear from you if you have…
Bachelor's degree, Journalism or Marketing preferred
5 years professional creative writing experience in advertising, retail, or any digital/social media or channel
Strong understanding of email and other digital platforms
Understanding of retail and marketing
Familiar with AP style guidelines
#li-hybridEuromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request. The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
