Midweight Copywriter

Job Description

Team X is on the hunt for a freelance Copywriter to join our team based in Melbourne in an ongoing capacity

What is Team X?

Team X is Mercedes-Benz' global dedicated marketing agency, committed to delivering top-tier integrated experiences for new and existing customers through innovative luxury marketing, creativity, intelligent planning, data, and technology. Our teams across the globe are comprised of experts in Media and CRM, Brand and Performance Creative, Web Personalisation, Content Automation, Organic/Paid Social, and Partnerships.

Summary

As a member of the Team X Australia & New Zealand, you are a crucial part of a world-class creative company.

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our approach to local and global campaigns, crafting impactful content for new product launches, global events, and brand building initiatives. Collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams in a supportive and creative atmosphere, this role offers you a valuable opportunity to influence and contribute to shaping the narrative of such an iconic brand, fostering its evolving story and heritage in the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Overall Responsibilities

• To deliver copy across a broad range of customer touchpoints, including eDMs, print collateral, POS, voice overs, social and site content.
• Assist with the creative development of bespoke client communications.
• Maintain and contribute to the evolution of the communication strategy though brand voice, vocabulary, phrasing and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Be familiar with content marketing and native advertising and be able to strategically determine the application of tone by placement and audience.
• Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholder.
• Have a clear understanding and ability to use and switch between tone of voice.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Adhere to campaign and task briefs, budgets and timings.

Required Skills and Experience

• 1-3 years of copywriting with a marketing/advertising environment.
• A relevant copywriting University degree or similar.
• Proficient in copywriting from brand TOV.
• Competent in both long and short form copy.
• Highly organised with keen attention to detail and a creative editorial mindset that understands audience preferences.
• Experience in handling internal and external stakeholders, preferably in an agency setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and stakeholders, including global teams.
• Capable of working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing content trends in a fast-paced creative environment.
• Keen interest in automotive and/or luxury brands is desirable.