Marketing/Communications - Copy Writer - Sr

Job Title: Copywriter
Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid
Duration: 8 months with possible extension or conversion 
Pay Rate: $40 - $45/hr on w2 - without benefits
 
Introduction

Join our dynamic team in Chicago, IL, and seize the opportunity to craft impactful communications that resonate with our audience, ensuring clarity, engagement, and brand consistency.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience (3 years) and a strong portfolio; or military experience.
• Proven experience in copywriting or creative writing within a professional setting, with a strong portfolio showcasing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex information into simple, accessible language.
• Strong understanding of brand voice, editorial standards, and messaging guidelines.
• Prior work experience at client or in client's industry.
• Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.
• Strong copywriting experience across digital and print channels.
• Experience writing short-form direct response copy.
• Ability to produce customer communications such as emails, landing pages, website content, direct mail, and signage.
• Experience working in regulated industries (financial services, pharma, healthcare, etc.).
• Ability to follow brand guidelines, legal disclaimers, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong collaboration skills with designers and art directors.
• Ability to work across multiple content formats and channels.
• Prior experience in regulated environments such as financial services, healthcare, or pharmaceuticals.
• Experience working within creative marketing teams.
• Ability to balance creative messaging with compliance constraints.
• Experience collaborating closely with designers and creative teams.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt writing style to different formats and templates.
• Strong sense of customer intuition and decision-making skills.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop a wide range of customer communications, including clear instructions, informative updates, and engaging content.
• Partner with designers, strategists, and marketing partners to ensure aligned and effective messaging.
• Manage project timelines, processes, and proactively seek solutions.
• Produce high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail, meeting deadlines consistently.
• Actively listen to and incorporate feedback to continuously improve communications.
• Clearly articulate and present work and rationale to stakeholders.