Love writing ad copy? Love working on brand books and really selling a mood? Do you feel your creative and strategic copywriter abilities are not appreciated? Feel like you could have so much more fun at a smaller agency? Well then….Ripen is seeking a strategic and creative ecommerce copywriter with a thorough understanding of marketing and brand building to write compelling brand copy. The ideal candidate for this must also be able to sit with the marketing and creative directors and help discern the most important attributes of a product to use as the positioning of the product. And of course, you must be able to write original, inventive copy (please don’t show us a portfolio fill of cliches or puns) that builds the brand through tone (sometimes even humor), style, story and content.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop creative messaging that effectively communicates stated objectives while adhering to brand voice guidelines
• Work with merchandising, marketing, creative and web teams to ensure copy is on-trend, on-brand, compelling and concise
• Able to tell a story when needed, and aid in the development of a brand tone and voice for clients
• Research and write product positioning
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Proofread copy for clarity, accuracy of detail and consistency of style
• Long-form and technical copy for both B2B and B2C
• Produce exceptional work across all media types
• Present creative concepts internally and to clients as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
• Advertising copywriting experience for retail or eCommerce
• Proven ability to generate customer response by writing highly effective ad and marketing copy for ecommerce clients
• Ability to adopt the voice, personality and tone for any brand
• Ability to think and write under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines
• Understanding of the retail business and the concept of brand marketing
• Must have a thorough knowledge of writing techniques, creative writing approaches, English, and grammar
• Candidate must inspire us with their awesome personality and amazing work
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as English, advertising, journalism or marketing
• 3-7 years of creative copywriting and editing experience in a corporate or advertising agency environment
• Demonstrated understanding of e-commerce
• Tactical experience on what moves the needle with email – subject line, headline and CTA
• Understanding of how copy relates/impacts the user experience
• Excellent writing and communication skills with a proven track record of writing on-brand, relevant, and compelling content
• Communicate ideas in a clear and compelling manner
• A collaborative spirit that can handle constructive criticism
• Proven experience writing online content with current portfolio (web content, blogs, campaigns, social media, video, etc.)
• Highly creative thinker with a marketing mindset

BENEFITS, PERKS & COMPANY CULTURE

Keeping employees happy, healthy and well-balanced is important to us—and we offer thoughtfully planned ways to achieve that goal. Here’s how we do it:

Competitive Salary, Annual Increase & Year-End Bonus - We want exceptional talent, and we are willing to pay for it! Employees receive yearly salary increases based on performance, as well as a generous annual bonus. 

Health & Dental Insurance + Rx Coverage - We provide multiple health plans to choose from. Ripen contributes a generous portion to your monthly premiums.

401(k) + Matching Program - Ripen provides a 401(k) savings plan with a dollar-for-dollar matching contribution for the first 3% of pay deferred and 50% matching up to 5% of pay deferred.

State-of-the-Art Office & Photo Studio - This spring, we will be moving into a newly constructed Class-A office building in Princeton with a modern design, lots of natural light and a photo studio.

True Work-Life Balance - Life isn’t JUST about working, so weekend and late-night hours are the rarity around here.

Wellness Program - We offer many ways to help our employees prioritize wellness, including yoga classes, cooking demonstrations and meditation workshops.

Fresh, Healthy Snacks Prepared Daily - We serve fresh organic snacks every day, and we’re not talkin’ pastries and pizza. You can look forward to healthy options like smoothies, fruit and veggies.

Ripen Sponsored Events - We work hard at Ripen, so we make time for a little play, too. Employees enjoy regular team-building social outings and a lavish yearly holiday party.

Additional Paid Time Off - In addition to vacation and sick time, we give you paid time off to celebrate your birthday, volunteer for a cause you support or accommodate the kids’ school schedule.

Committees - In the new office, we’ll be kicking off employee-led committees for interests they’re passionate about, like giving back to the community.

Perfect fit? If so, please provide the following

• Resume and Portfolio link (THIS IS A MUST)
• Cover letter
• Hourly rate Expectations 

All candidates must be within local commuting distance of our Princeton, NJ office. No remote candidates will be considered.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.