The Global Advertising and Brand Management (GABM) organization has a mission to create marketplace demand and drive commerce for American Express through differentiated and innovative products, partnerships, marketing, and customer experiences.
OnBrand, the American Express in-house creative agency, is undergoing an exciting expansion. Our ambition is to become the internal creative partner of choice by building seamless customer experiences for our Business Units, driving results, and unlocking value for the enterprise. Powered by industry-leading creative, we are focused on developing forward-thinking ideas and working across channels to create end-to-end experiences in digital and beyond.
The Sr. Copywriter will be responsible for developing best-in-class creative and branded marketing communications. This position reports into the Creative Director.
With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.
At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.
Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.
Responsibilities
Expertly leverage our brand voice and Global Brand Strategy to build trust and affinity with Card Members and prospects.
Collaborate with internal business marketing partners and inter-agency team to understand consumer needs and the holistic customer journey.
Lead, develop, and own copy strategy and creative oversight for high-priority American Express initiatives across mediums, leading a working team of copywriters.
Concept and lead integrated, breakthrough creative campaigns.
Oversee execution of all copywriting initiatives across formats and deliverables.
Support Creative Directors with developing concepts, strategies, and client presentations.
Manage, mentor, and lead all copywriting resources within team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in creative writing, English, or related humanities or liberal arts field.
8+ years of copywriting experience at a leading creative agency or in-house brand.
2+ years of experience directly managing a team, leading creative oversight for complex marketing campaigns.
Award-winning portfolio that includes holistic campaign creation and implementation across digital, traditional, and experiential mediums.
Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead creative team members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work with a Project Management tool (e.g., Workfront).
Working knowledge of AP Style.
To be considered, please include a link to your online portfolio with your application.
Salary Range: $80,000.00 to $155,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Financial Services
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