Copywriter (12 Month FTC)
This is a 12 month fixed term contract initially, with potential for extension.
DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.
JOB PURPOSE
This role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients.
THE ROLE
As a Copywriter, you will join our global Copy Team made up of 25+ people around the world. You'll write compelling marketing and content copy for various clients and provide support for the wider Feed team.
You will work across different digital channels, developing concepts and providing creative and innovative copy that drives clicks and engagement. Working closely with the Senior Copywriter and our creative team, you’ll find yourself challenged to go beyond your comfort zone.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Create clear, effective, and original copy and content for our clients' onsite marketing
Develop creative ideas and concepts across various channels where applicable
Adhere to clients' tone of voice and brand guidelines
Research competitors and trends for creative inspiration
Collaborate with design and account management
Contribute to team creative brainstorms
WHAT YOU BRING
Relevant experience as a copywriter ideally within an agency or brand
Experience writing in a gaming/cultural/recent trends environment is a plus
In-depth knowledge of multi-channel digital copy and brand development, especially a background in social media content and copywriting
Ability to write compelling marketing and content copy that sells
Confidence in working with other departments and stakeholders such as designers, developers, and clients
Readiness to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with many assets
An understanding of the importance of consistency across different touchpoints of a user journey
Ability to present work to large groups and communicate ideas clearly and enthusiastically
A collaborative approach to getting things done
WE OFFER
A flexible hybrid working arrangement policy to enjoy the best of both worlds.
Early Finish Fridays, kickstart your weekend early with alternating early-finish Fridays.
20 days of paid holiday each year, plus relevant public holidays.
Doona Day - 1 additional day off paid leave each year to enjoy some downtime.
Birthday Leave, 1 day paid day off each year to be taken during your birthday week.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme.
12% Superannuation Contribution.
Access to dedicated mental health resources including sick & carer’s leave scheme, employee assistance programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
Dept Allowance, a dedicated company contribution towards professional development.
Long Service Leave, provided in accordance with relevant state legislation.
Enhanced Parental Leave.
Learning and Development, continuous growth opportunities through internal training, and "inspirational talks” guest speakers.
Buddy Program, you will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you navigate your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
A Certified BCorp Agency and is multi-award winning “Agency of the Year”.
Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
Global DEPT® Cares Month , an annual initiative where our teams donate their professional skills and time to support local charities and pr-bono projects.
Talent Referral Scheme.
WHY DEPT®?
We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.
We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.
At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.
AI Disclosure : At DEPT®, we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional, just let us know if you’d prefer it not be used.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here .