Copywriter

Overview:

About Express, Inc.

Express, Inc. is a multi-brand fashion retailer whose portfolio includes Express, Bonobos and UpWest. The Company operates an omnichannel platform as well as physical and online stores. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for exceptional fit and an innovative retail model. UpWest is an apparel, accessories and home goods brand with a purpose to Provide Comfort for People & Planet.

The Company has over 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the (url removed) online store and the Express mobile app; over 60 Bonobos Guideshop locations and the (url removed) online store; and 13 UpWest retail stores and the (url removed) online store. Express, Inc. is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information about our Company, please visit and for more information about our brands, please visit, or .

Responsibilities:

The Copywriter will be responsible for writing quick, witty, and brand-right copy in both a reactive and proactive manner across assigned digital or social channels. Strong knowledge of pop culture, media trends, social media culture/climate, and SEO.

Write sharp, on-brand copy that syncs up closely with current campaigns on a fast-paced, deadline-driven schedule

Execute copy in assigned brand voice across digital channels, which may include marketing emails, social accounts, SMS, app, site, and Express Factory Outlet

Collaborate with design, social, or merchant partners to concept new ideas, identify trends, and leverage data

Understanding of SEO and implementation of SEO best practices in conjunction with the digital team

Able to quickly digest and understand brand positioning, seasonal and activation campaigns, and key product priorities, and keep these factors top-of-mind when crafting copy

Attend all relevant meetings and touchbases; assist in proofreading routing assets

Assist with relevant projects when necessary

Required Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, English or similar field

1-3 years of experience

A storyteller with a pop culture obsession and love of nomenclature and being in the zeitgeist

Mastery of English grammar rules and usage, ability to grasp brand voice and tone, knowledge, and interest in fashion trends and pop culture

Critical Skills & Attributes

Demonstrate meticulous knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and AP writing styles

Deadline-oriented with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Creative, insightful, and interested in fashion and pop culture

Excellent interpersonal skills, leading and supporting a team environment

Excellent communication—verbal and written

Excellent time/project management skills

Ability to recognize and react to the demands of an evolving and changing work environment

Comfortable and confident effective decisions in a timely manner

Goal-oriented with the ability to stay focused on creating winning results

High level of conceptual and strategic thinking

Strong communication and interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills to influence concept development and execution through creative teams while working collaboratively with other functions of the company

A natural curiosity and self-learning approach to keep up with the rapid changes in digital and social media

Closing:

An equal opportunity employer, Express, Inc. does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. Express, Inc. only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Express, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call (phone number removed) and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that Express, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Express, Inc. will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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