Freelance Senior Copywriter

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.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a strategic Freelance Senior Copywriter with performance marketing experience to join our growing marketing team. This role is central to defining and executing a brand’s voice across all channels, with a strong emphasis on concepting, articulating, and executing technical concepts targeted at developers. The ideal candidate will be a master storyteller, capable of translating complex concepts into compelling, clear, and persuasive copy that drives engagement, and will partner with the multidisciplinary teams to execute and see concepts through to the end.

This freelance role starts asap and will run through the end of 2026

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Develop and articulate original and compelling concepts that inspire audiences, driving engagement and conversion

Deliver high-quality work from ideation through final copy and delivery

Set the standard for the brand voice across all platforms, with both in-asset and accompanying copy

Attend shoots, events, and product launches to capture content

Develop messaging for campaigns

Translate technical product features into clear, benefit-driven messaging tailored to specific B2B personas

Support in developing strategic narratives and that win over clients

Offer informed perspectives that elevate team output

Work closely with counterparts across Strategy, Creative, Design, Content Creation, and Community Management, Delivery, and Client Partnerships

• •Ensure we’re taking advantage of the latest tech and most advanced approaches,
• as well as expanding into new platforms

WHAT YOU BRING:

2+ years relevant experience within a creative advertising role, or a startup environment

Experience working with major tech brands

Performance marketing experience

Deep knowledge of social platforms + best practices (TikTok, Meta, YouTube, X, Snapchat)

Fluency within the Google Suite and Slack

Strong presentation and communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and listening skills

Comfort balancing multiple priorities on tight deadlines

A love for learning and teaching new things

A high attention to detail

Experience working at events and capturing content is a plus

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

The pay rate for this position is $70-80/hr.

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k plan, plus matching

PTO

Paid Company Holidays

Parental Leave

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work . Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

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 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, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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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 .

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