Located in Green Bay, Wis., Shopko is looking for a copywriter. Primary responsibilities include: Develop and implement creative concepts with the creative team and the merchants that will increase readership, in-store traffic and customer loyalty. Write descriptive and persuasive print advertising copy, based on the marketing plans that will enhance merchandise sales. Thoroughly proofread and correct all advertising copy at each stage of production to ensure clear, concise, accurate communication to our customers. Gather product information from merchants and gather creative ideas that will enhance products.
Some of the required and desired skills for this position include:
·Two-year degree in marketing communications or four-year degree in advertising, communications, journalism or English (copywriting emphasis preferred)
·Must have retail copywriting experience, strong proofreading skills and conceptual abilities
·Organizational skills, diplomacy and leadership a must
·Strong attention to detail, along with good listening and interpersonal skills
·Ability to meet deadlines with consistent accuracy
·Portfolio required
·Mac experience, proficiency with Adobe InDesign, and two years-plus in a retail organization or related agency experience desired
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply online at www.shopko.com.
