Copywriter

At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort. Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation and customer service is legendary.

We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?

Jockey is seeking a Copywriter to join our Marketing team!

JOB SUMMARY

The Copywriter will develop written copy that reflects the tone and style of the Jockey brand across all touchpoints, including but not limited to catalog, advertising, ecommerce, packaging, public relations, wholesale and retail.

This position can be located at our corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI (between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI area), or at our office in Nashville, TN.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop consumer-centric marketing copy for product-related collateral that optimizes sales potential across multiple business channels.
• Develop effective business relationships (both internal and external) and collaborate across multiple business/service units.
• Participate in product development efforts by developing consumer-facing positioning statements for testing purposes.
• Conduct reviews at various stages of production deadlines and review final copy for pre-production.
• Write copy, slogans, headlines, direct mail pieces, taglines, web content, TV or radio commercials, scripts, catalogs, billboards, brochures, postcards, print advertising, packaging, email blasts, value added content, POS, catalogs, social media, etc., that complies with the brand guidelines and persuades the listener or reader to act.
• Proofread all collateral pre-production and, if necessary, coordinate changes and corrections.
• Manage translation requests and maintain translation documents.
• Attend meetings with upper-level management, senior leadership team, retail, web, design and merchandising departments to develop product copy that is accurate and easily understood by consumers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in copywriting or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent professional writing, communication, organizational and project management skills
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with project management software a plus

In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment and exciting career growth opportunities!