Copywriter

At Harrison/Star, our mission is to humanize science. We are innovators with purpose and an agency for good. We thrive on empathy—bringing a healthy dose of humanity and humility to the table, so we’re always bringing out the best in each other. It is our expertise that drives us to discover, to innovate, and to experiment. 

We use our voice to empower ourselves and one another.

Humanizing science is not for the faint of heart. It’s what we do. We think critically and originally to elicit change in healthcare, without letting complexity or ambiguity get in the way. We can’t do it alone, we are always learning and growing, which is exactly why we need you!

Title: Copywriter

Location: New York, NY

Department/Discipline: Copy

Copywriter

The Copywriter is responsible for using his/her writing and referencing skills to enhance the Agency’s copy offerings to the Client. The Copywriter is responsible for understanding the copy platform for each assigned account.

 Primary Job Responsibilities -

• Demonstrate ability to develop creative work that is on strategy, with regular supervision
• Demonstrate strong conceptual potential
• Develop understanding of basic marketing principles
• Demonstrate excellent writing skills
• Attend regular status meetings
• Prepare and submit work for Med/Legal and DDMAC approval
• Develop adequate understanding of market research to create test materials and be an effective research attendee
• Demonstrate ability to accurately reference and annotate all work
• Work closely with editors to ensure accuracy in all work
• Develop knowledge of Client's business-both the brand itself and people involved
• Research medical and scientific information that pertains to Agency brands
• Interact daily with Project Management, Art Directors, and Account Executive or Assistant AE
• Maintain positive relationships with internal business group departments such as Editorial and Project Management
• Develop presentation skills and gain confidence presenting to others
• Understand the creative process-follow jobs from startup into production
• Ensure all final products released are of a superior quality
• Assist copywriter or senior copywriter on various tasks/projects
• Demonstrate ability to set priorities while handling multiple tasks
• Communicate effectively and professionally with both Clients and Staff
• Keep supervisor up-to-date on all projects
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager

Additional Responsibilities - 

• Foster a positive team atmosphere and establish credibility both internally and externally

• Ensure that all materials produced are accurate and represent Harrison & Star well

• Remain calm despite high pressure situations

• Project professional, positive attitude toward peers and clients

• Uphold quality standards in servicing our Client

• Assist other members of department/team as needed when workload allows

• Uphold the Company Values (the 3 E’s) in all decisions and interactions

Qualifications - 

• College degree

• 1-2 years of experience, preferably in advertising or related field

• Proficiency with word processing programs

• Copywriter portfolio, or "spec" portfolio demonstrating strong creative abilities

• Excellent oral communication and presentation skills

• Knowledge, background and/or interest in science and medicine.

The range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of an Omnicom Health Group company in the United States.   Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.

• $60,000 - $80,000

Omnicom Health Group is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is equally distributed, and we’re focused on developing diverse teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you.