Job Description
*About Lumen*
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.
* The Role*
Application must include a url to examples to web and digital examples. Applications without samples will not be considered
Lumen is a global, Fortune 500 technology company focused on the emerging technologies of the 4th Industrial Revolution. We're looking for an energetic and seasoned Senior Copywriter to join our nimble, data-driven, and fully distributed internal creative team.
If you're a witty writer with a strategic side and have a portfolio of solid advertising or tech marketing work, an upbeat attitude, a desire to work in a friendly and fast-paced environment, and at least five years of copywriting under your belt, then we want to meet you!
* The Main Responsibilities*
* Generating high-level, on-brief, out-of-the box conceptual creative and ideas for B2B and B2C campaigns and product launches
* Collaborating with designers, video producers, project managers, product owners and leadership to research and develop industry-leading ads, social media content, videos, web content, email and more
* Helping implement a consistent brand voice across all our deliverables and properties
* Coming up with innovative solutions that meet customer, channel and technical needs
* The ability to extract and tell concise and compelling, customer-centric stories from complex technological content
* Startup-like flexibility with the openness to learn and apply new things and build from constructive feedback in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment
* Great communication, collaboration and organizational skills -- we work with lots of people in lots of places to deliver the best work possible
* The ability to work autonomously and deliver work on schedule while juggling multiple projects
* A love for creativity, exploration and innovation in all its forms
* What We Look For in a Candidate*
Required
* 5+ years experience and a Bachelor's degree, or 2-3 years experience with Master's Degree (Business, Communications, English or Journalism preferred), or equivalent experience.
* Experience working in a fast-paced environment
* 5+ years of relevant copywriting experience
* B2B copywriting experience for a tech company is a MUST
* Experience working closely with designers brainstorming and helping them to bring concepts to life
* Strong writing skills. Ability to craft punchy, whip-smart headlines, write concise, readable body copy and express B2B and technology concepts in language that reads like a friendly conversation.
* Demonstrated ability to manage delivery of multiple projects/programs in a cross functional, geographically dispersed environment in a timely and effective manner
* Ability to learn and apply new technical concepts
* Superior PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels
* Knowledge of basic branding concepts
* Experience working with outside agencies/vendors
Application must include a url to examples that are website and digital examples. Applications without samples will not be considered
Remote work-from-home flexibility.
Requisition #: 244373
When applying for a position, you may be subject to a background screen (criminal records check, motor vehicle report, and/or drug screen), depending on the requirements for the position. Job-related concerns noted in the background screen may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
* EEO Statement*
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
* NOTE:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
* Disclaimer*
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.
* The Role*
Application must include a url to examples to web and digital examples. Applications without samples will not be considered
Lumen is a global, Fortune 500 technology company focused on the emerging technologies of the 4th Industrial Revolution. We're looking for an energetic and seasoned Senior Copywriter to join our nimble, data-driven, and fully distributed internal creative team.
If you're a witty writer with a strategic side and have a portfolio of solid advertising or tech marketing work, an upbeat attitude, a desire to work in a friendly and fast-paced environment, and at least five years of copywriting under your belt, then we want to meet you!
* The Main Responsibilities*
* Generating high-level, on-brief, out-of-the box conceptual creative and ideas for B2B and B2C campaigns and product launches
* Collaborating with designers, video producers, project managers, product owners and leadership to research and develop industry-leading ads, social media content, videos, web content, email and more
* Helping implement a consistent brand voice across all our deliverables and properties
* Coming up with innovative solutions that meet customer, channel and technical needs
* The ability to extract and tell concise and compelling, customer-centric stories from complex technological content
* Startup-like flexibility with the openness to learn and apply new things and build from constructive feedback in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment
* Great communication, collaboration and organizational skills -- we work with lots of people in lots of places to deliver the best work possible
* The ability to work autonomously and deliver work on schedule while juggling multiple projects
* A love for creativity, exploration and innovation in all its forms
* What We Look For in a Candidate*
Required
* 5+ years experience and a Bachelor's degree, or 2-3 years experience with Master's Degree (Business, Communications, English or Journalism preferred), or equivalent experience.
* Experience working in a fast-paced environment
* 5+ years of relevant copywriting experience
* B2B copywriting experience for a tech company is a MUST
* Experience working closely with designers brainstorming and helping them to bring concepts to life
* Strong writing skills. Ability to craft punchy, whip-smart headlines, write concise, readable body copy and express B2B and technology concepts in language that reads like a friendly conversation.
* Demonstrated ability to manage delivery of multiple projects/programs in a cross functional, geographically dispersed environment in a timely and effective manner
* Ability to learn and apply new technical concepts
* Superior PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels
* Knowledge of basic branding concepts
* Experience working with outside agencies/vendors
Application must include a url to examples that are website and digital examples. Applications without samples will not be considered
Remote work-from-home flexibility.
Requisition #: 244373
When applying for a position, you may be subject to a background screen (criminal records check, motor vehicle report, and/or drug screen), depending on the requirements for the position. Job-related concerns noted in the background screen may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
* EEO Statement*
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
* NOTE:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
* Disclaimer*
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
About Lumen