Mike is a freelance copywriter/ACD in Denver. Is there anything better than clicking through a copywriter’s site and finding real-deal headlines all over the place? Yes. Discovering that there’s a whole page (“Headlines”) of bonus headlines, right next to a page of rejected Onion headlines. Dig it.
Portfolio: mikeking.co
Chris is a copywriter at Fifty Strategy + Creative in Ottawa, Canada. (MC chatted with him last week, nicest guy ever.) His portfolio is in that cool half-produced/half-student and spec work stage that MC finds so interesting. What’s it going to look like in six months, one year, two years? Probably so different. Can’t wait to see what he does next!
Portfolio: christianbelanger.ca
Mark is a freelance copywriter/CD in NYC. His site is loaded with killer projects for a crazy variety of brands including Guinness, Liberty Mutual, IKEA, Mercedes-Benz, Exxon Mobile, Bass Ale, Microsoft, Citibank, Revlon, Sobieski Vodka, IBM, and Vaseline (featured above). Stoked to have him up on MC.
Portfolio: markmendelis.com
Jeff is a freelance senior writer/ACD in Chicago. It’s been over two years since his last post on MC (04.23.15), so way past time for an update. Don’t miss his Bud Light page, featuring Conan (“Vroom-vroom party starter” heh-heh) and “Dude Vegas.” MC has but one word. Dude.
Portfolio: jeffoswaldwriter.com
Taylor is a copywriter at J. Walter Thompson in Houston (safe and sound after Hurricane Harvey). As one might expect from a Texas-based writer, he’s got a bunch of projects for Mobil and Shell on his site. He also has awesome crowd-funding videos for Kickstarter/Indiegogo, including Flashy Backpack (above, hilarious), which MC needs like now.
Portfolio: taylorjcrane.com
Elyssa Feliciano, Talent Associate at SimpliSafe in Boston, is on the hunt for a senior copywriter. From SimpliSafe:
You …write. You write often. Deliriously. You obsess over nuances of word choice (even when your art director thinks it doesn’t matter). You turn phrases over, around, upon themselves, until they sing. You look for and see stories where no one else would. Because you know that narrative is the most powerful force on earth. And you know how to use it.
We …are a team of bold copywriters, designers, strategists, engineers, UX researchers, data junkies and product visionaries based in downtown Boston. Over the past ten years, we’ve quietly transformed home security from an outdated and unfriendly industry to something elegant, thoughtful, and beautifully designed. We’ve taken on the industry behemoths, we’re winning, and we want you to join us on our march to victory.
What will you do? SimpliSafe is growing incredibly fast and we need a world-class wordsmith to lead the charge when it comes to the written word. That’s where you come in. Every day here is a little different—we’re fast-paced and fast-moving—but your main responsibilities include:
What skills do you have?
To apply: Follow this link and do the thing you’re best at: get our attention and persuade us.”
Ok, this is a new one for MC, but super cool(er). Nicole Waisman, Talent Acquisition Coordinator at YETI coolers in Austin, is on the hunt for a writer. From Nicole: “At YETI, you will have the opportunity to create something extraordinary. You will make a real impact because you are the type of person who thrives on cutting a sustainable path.
The Copywriter will work as a collaborative part of YETI’s award-winning Creative Services team and is responsible for crafting the voice of the brand across multiple touch points, including digital media (yeti.com, emails, and digital advertising), physical consumer experiences (retail and events), product naming and packaging, PR efforts, and internal projects. The Copywriter will also act as a mentor to other copywriters on the team, ensuring a consistent brand voice. The copywriter is expected to actively contribute to the development of new ideas and create polished, final deliverables whether working solo or with other creatives.
A look at your day-to-day
Now for a little bit about you….
Perks At YETI? We’ve got ya covered…
For more info or two apply: Click here
Brian is a freelance senior copywriter in Los Angeles. So much good stuff on his site for clients like The Venetian, Kelley Blue Book, Autotrader, Honda, and Jack-In-The-Box. Don’t miss “Advanced Burrito” (above). The casting. The delivery. So funny. Can’t. Stop. Watching.
Portfolio: cargocollective.com/brianhallisey
Andrew Assalian, VP/Marketing at Viewstream, is on the hunt for freelance writers. From Andrew: “Viewstream is an award winning digital agency for technology companies. We create marketing campaigns to engage sophisticated, technical audiences. Viewstream marketing builds brands, generates awareness and drives consideration.
We’re looking for a copywriter with B2B technology experience, especially able to grasp more technical offerings like cloud, big data, and software. Projects really vary from aspirational videos communicating big thought leadership and technology trends, to product level websites, social media and campaigns.
Copywriters will be paid on a 1099, hours will vary by the job. All work can be done remotely.”
Email Andrew with recent examples of tech and B2B work at: aassalian@viewstream.com
Cameron is a freelance writer/CD in Austin. He’s the son of Guy Day (co-founder of Chiat/Day) and the “PAST” page on his site is a who’s-who list of amazing clients and agencies. Clicking through his work, you see why—great writing all over the place. So what does MC choose to feature? A grocery bag, of course! It just perfectly sums up what a copywriter’s portfolio should be about. You may spend 30 years writing the hell out of everything from Super Bowl TV to Rolling Stone print, but in the end it’s that grocery bag you nailed that makes it to the top. Great writing is great writing, no matter where it appears. Love it.
Portfolio: iamcameronday.com
Nothing MC loves more than posting the portfolio sites of brand new copywriters. Ladies and gents, below are links to eight Chicago Portfolio School Summer 2017 graduating writers (in alphabetical order):
Alli Dumphy (copywriter)
Amy Finn-Welch (copywriter)
Anders Gamboni (copywriter)
Andrew Schneider (copywriter)
Emilie Johnson (copywriter)
Jack Gillen (copywriter)
Michael Kreutzer (copywriter)
Nina Muzik (copywriter)
Rebecca is a copywriter at R/GA in NYC. Love the headline on her site: “Copywriter—my Art Director didn’t help me with this.” (Ha! Just own it.) Her book is in that place that’s so fun to see, half student and half produced work—already got some cool projects for Verizon and Mercedes. Can’t wait to see what she does next!
Portfolio: rwangaroo.com
Aaron is a freelance copywriter/ACD in the DC area. Since his last post on MC (08.19.13), Aaron’s got an updated site and all kinds of new work including a bunch of projects for good: MPOWERD Luci portable solar light (above), Colon Cancer Alliance “Love Your Butt,” and crazy Car-Free Diet Show. Definitely time for an update.
Portfolio: aaronspratt.com
Anthony is a senior writer at R/GA in Portland, Oregon. The first project on his site, Nike Speed Drops, just isn’t fair. Branded Lamborghinis transport superstar NBA players to Nike+ members in San Francisco, where they deliver autographed Nike shoes. (Ok, sure. Yeah. Do that.) Geeeeeeeez.
Portfolio: anthonyqroberts.com
Jonathan is a copywriter at Nickelodeon Creative Advertising in NYC. His portfolio is all kinds of fun, including projects for Caramel M&Ms (hilarious spot), Tracfone Wireless, Nationwide/Nick, Geico/Nick, USPS/Nick (featured above), and Nick Jr. Sometimes you click through a site and can just tell, this writer is having a blast. What’s more fun than that?
Portfolio: jonathanmain.com
Amy is a copywriter/ACD at Momentum in Chicago. Before becoming a copywriter, she got her start in advertising as a professional influencer. From Amy: “At the height of fashion blogging popularity my street-style blog, ChicagoStreetStyle.com, had 1.4 million annual uniques. As a one-woman content shop I landed projects with major brands like Burberry and Microsoft, and I was an official Maxxinista for T.J.Maxx. Through the process of these partnerships, I discovered that what I loved most about being creative for a living is thinking of the Big Idea. So I made the conscious decision to leave influencing and join the agency world. Here in Chicago I’ve worked at Schafer Condon Carter, FCB Chicago, and the Leo Burnett Group. Currently I’m an Associate Creative Director at Momentum Worldwide’s Chicago office, where I dream up transformative experiences for clients like Mondelez and United Airlines.” Love it.
Portfolio: amycreyer.com
Casey is a copywriter at Cossette in Chicago. All kinds of projects for McDonald’s on his site including Filet-O-Fish, McRib Season, Ronald McDonald House Charities, McDonald’s 60th Anniversary, and Chicagoland’s Burger Build Off (above), a cooking contest using fresh ingredients found in McDonald’s kitchens. (Turns out there are lots of fresh ingredients back there.) Perfect contest for Chicago. Next up, San Francisco? The Bay Area McD’s Fries Fry-off? Pleeeeeeease?
Portfolio: caseystern.com
Jamie Caruso from Sterling-Rice Group in Boulder, Colorado, is on the hunt for copywriters, art directors, and production designers at all levels. From SRG, “Sterling-Rice Group (SRG) is a premier consulting and communications firm. We have created positive and enduring impact for our clients for more than 30 years.
SRG’s unique fusion of strategic and creative capabilities has helped build brands and drive growth at companies big (e.g., PepsiCo, Wendy’s, Lilly) and small (e.g., Dave’s Killer Bread, MyChelle Dermaceuticals, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers). Founded in 1984, we’ve grown our firm through an integrated combination of capabilities that, together, are unique in the industry. We specialize in consumer insights, strategy, innovation, design, and communications.
Perhaps more important than what we do at SRG is how we do it. Before ever having a client, our founders defined the core beliefs upon which SRG would be built: Excellence, Creativity, Education, Honesty, Respect, Social Value, Responsibility, and Fun. For 30+ years, we have measured our performance on these beliefs annually. And because we live these beliefs every day, we’ve been named a Best Place to Work by AdAge in 2017 and Outside Magazine for the past six years.
Please apply at www.srg.com/careers with a link to your portfolio. We’ll be in touch if there is a match with our needs. We can’t wait to see what you have to offer.”
Jon Arnold, Executive Creative Director/SVP at Bohan in Nashville, is on the hunt for a copywriter. From Jon: “Bohan is looking for a mid-level copywriter. Someone with at least 4 years of experience who loves to write regardless of medium. Must be a student of advertising and culture.
Bohan is a Nashville-based independent full-service advertising agency. We’ve been featured in CA and GRAPHIS recently and we even made a little film about what it’s like to work with us: Watch here.”
Send portfolio link to: shuffine@bohanideas.com
Rena Banks, Operations/Resources Director at Kastner & Partners in Los Angeles, is on the hunt for a copywriter. From K&P: “Kastner & Partners is seeking a mid-level copywriter who has an unhealthy obsession of pop-culture to work on Wise Snacks, Brookfield Properties and new business. Do you approach creative through a cultural lens? If so, we want to talk to you. Our mission is to become the most culturally relevant agency in the world, a goal we’ll accomplish through outstanding thinking from individuals like you, who live at the intersection pop-culture and creativity. A few more things we expect from you are below. Want to be a part of something revolutionary? Well, that might be a stretch, but we’re definitely doing some badass work.
DESCRIPTION:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must submit portfolio for consideration. Portfolio should contain sample of work across all mediums.”
Submit portfolio to: rena.banks@kastnerandpartners.
James is a copywriter/content strategist at Release The Hounds, and he teaches at VCU’s Robertson School of Media and Culture. Since his last post on MC (12.16.15), he’s got the new gig at RTH and posted a bunch of killer new projects to his site, including PatiYogi for Eagle Bay Pavers (above) and The SoundView Project, which aims to create awareness about the importance of music education in schools. Time for an update!
Portfolio: jamesmoffitt.carbonmade.com
Robert is a freelance copywriter/CD in Denver. One of MC’s favorite things about running MC is getting to see the different paths that writers take to becoming awesome writers & CDs. From Robert: “I’ve lived some life, been some places, worked mostly in the ad biz on some cool brands, at some cool shops. I’m a classic late bloomer: graduated college @27, took up fishing @28, snowboarding @32, Harley Riding @37, currently mastering the nuances of FB community management.” Yup. That’s how you do it.
Portfolio: rborgescreative.com
Nicole is a freelance senior copywriter/ACD in San Francisco after 10+ years at agencies like DigitasLbi and GSD&M. She’s got a killer variety of projects on her site, from bad-ass PlayStation God of War to Zales, John Deere riding mowers to fancy Luchesse Boots (above), Seton Hospitals to eBay. Dig it.
Portfolio: nicolecorley.com
Gino is a senior copywriter from Italy at Fahrenheit DDB in Peru. Before Fahrenheit DDB, he was at Y&R Perú, where he joined as an intern copywriter—at the young age of 32. Since then, he’s built an awesome portfolio of work for clients like American Colors (above), the Peruvian Cancer Foundation, LAN Airlines, and Toyota. Love it.
Portfolio: ginobernabe.com
Tim Cawley, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Sleek Machine in Boston (also a killer writer), is on the hunt for a mid-senior level writer. From Sleek Machine: “Sleek Machine / Boston is looking for an entrepreneurial, optimistic, prolific, relentless, responsible, conceptually rock-solid copywriter – the kind of ODC ad-geek who would pore over a site like MC! Someone with 3-7 years’ experience who can generate exciting ideas, regardless of medium. Someone who sees opportunity in everything – from TV production, to the no-budget social media post.
We’ve been around 3 years. 14 full-time employees. Creatively-driven culture. Our work has been featured extensively in Creativity Online, Ads of the World, Adweek, and we’ve even had our own 8-page agency profile in Communication Arts. National (and occasionally international) accounts in a range of categories. Fast-paced, productive, tight-knit environment. You will definitely produce significant amounts of book-worthy, real work for real brands. You can get a sense of our venture here: sleekmachine.com“
Please send a portfolio link to: inquiry@sleekmachine.com
Mark is a senior copywriter at DigitasLBi in NYC. Sometimes you click through a writer’s site and you can tell that the person on the other end of the portfolio just loves making stuff. Definitely the case with Mark’s site. After “Selected Work” (password for protected projects, including featured spot above, is ‘happy’), don’t miss “Side Projects” and “Etc.” Good times.
Portfolio: markwrotethisurl.com
Jon is a new copywriter at Deutsch NYC after graduating from Miami Ad School on June 9th (big congrats!). The first project on his site is heavy, but powerful. Words Kill shows cyberbullies the real consequences of their actions by linking the sites of suicide victims who were bullied with the same words. Super smart.
Portfolio: jon-gruber.com
NerdWallet is on the hunt for freelance copywriter to join their team in San Francisco. From NerdWallet: “We’re looking for an imaginative and skilled marketing copywriter to join our Brand Studio team on a contract basis. This is an on-site, 40 hour/week contract role based in San Francisco. This person will write compelling, clear and strategic copy that drives business results and supports key marketing initiatives while maintaining the NerdWallet voice and vision. We’re looking for a self-driven, creative problem solver who’s passionate about making personal finance clear and human.
As the marketing leg of our copy team, you’ll work closely with our designers and the Paid Marketing team to craft messaging and copy for digital deliverables.
Where you can make an impact:
Your experience:
For full job description and to apply: Click here
Heidi Espejo, Recruiting Manager for Edelman Western Region, is on the hunt for an ACD copywriter to join their San Francisco team and an intern copywriter to join their Los Angeles team. From Heidi:
ACD/COPYWRITER
Edelman is looking for an Associate Creative Director to join its award-winning San Francisco creative team, working on some of the world’s biggest and most exciting brands. Edelman is a great place to grow your talent and hone your craft. You will be challenged to push convention and your own creativity to find the most innovative ways to drive consumer behavior in today’s socially-charged, digital environment.
Edelman is a new kind of agency, at the intersection of PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, and Experiential. We blur the lines between each medium to create smart, innovative, and powerful work that gets people talking and engaging with brands in new ways. We’re passionate, unconventional and driven by a desire to do the best damn work possible. We get results for our clients and have the trophies to prove it. We also laugh a lot Ö and swear a little.
Glimpse life on the inside with #lifeon27 on Instagram.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Send portfolios to: heidi.espejo@edelman.com
INTERN COPYWRITER
As part of this 20+ team of Copywriters, Designers, Creative Directors and Producers, you will be working on some of the world’s biggest and most exciting brands. You will be continually challenged to push convention and your own creativity to find the most innovative ways to influence conversation, perceptions and culture in exciting and meaningful ways.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
To apply: Click here
Ried Cartwright, Creative Director at Curiosity in Cincinnati, is on the hunt for a writer. From Ried: “We are looking for an idea generating machine. One who sees things others don’t and then can write it up in a way that makes clients salivate. Yes, we’re in Cincinnati, but we have a roster of national clients and national creatives supporting them.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications/Skills Required for this Position:
For more info or to apply email Ried at: rcartwright@curiosity360.
Don’t talk to Ried and go right for the application: Click here