Senior Copywriter (Spanish Speaking) 6m FTC

Senior Copywriter - Spanish Speaking - 6m FTC

Toronto, hybrid

This role is part of our Personalised Content team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients including eBay, Walmart, and more! 

JOB PURPOSE

As a Senior Copywriter, you will join our global Copy Team made up of almost 60 people around the world. You will write for all digital channels, providing on-brand website copy that drives clicks and engagement.

As a Bilingual Copywriter (English/Spanish), you’ll write, shape, and localize onsite and CRM content across a diverse portfolio of brands. You will work closely with key stakeholders to produce high-quality marketing copy, seamlessly pivoting between different brand voices, project types, and fast-evolving client needs across both English and Spanish-speaking markets. 

You will provide voice and tone expertise, acting as the brand guardian for this workstream. You will work closely with account managers and the client to deliver brand-affirming, high-quality content that resonates with the customer. 

This role requires a genuine passion for the craft of copywriting, a high degree of creative agility, a deep understanding of Latin Spanish cultural nuances, and a forward-thinking mindset eager to explore how technical and digital advancements can elevate our storytelling.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create clear, effective, and original copy and content for a variety of client CRM and onsite marketing channels in both English and Latin Spanish.


• Transcreate and adapt English campaign concepts into culturally resonant Latin Spanish copy, ensuring the core message and tone remain intact.


• Master and switch between differing client tones of voice and brand guidelines with ease across both languages.


• Identify and communicate creative opportunities through competitor research, trends, and emerging technological advances in digital copy within regional Hispanic/Spanish-speaking markets.


• Collaborate with Designers and Creative Directors to push creative boundaries across different styles and formats.


• Provide clear, effective feedback


• Give directional brand and tone of voice guidance 


• Establish processes and policies to maximise efficiency 


• Deliver creative ideas confidently both internally and externally


• Offer strategic messaging  insights on creative campaigns


• Research competitors and trends for creative inspiration


• Facilitate creative brainstorms and other necessary meetings 


• Exhibit leadership and professionalism across all interactions 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Professional fluency in written and spoken Latin American Spanish and English, with an exceptional grasp of grammar, idioms, and cultural nuances in both languages.


• Relevant copywriting experience; a background in an agency or brand environment is preferred.


• Proven experience in translation, transcreation, or localization copywriting.


• Experience in e-commerce/transportation technology is a plus.


• Exposure to multi-channel digital copy and brand development; a background in social media content and copywriting is preferred.


• Ability to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with many assets.


• Experience editing content and giving feedback is necessary


• In-depth knowledge of multi-channel digital copy and brand development 


• Understanding of social media content best practices and trends preferred 


• Ability to deliver compelling marketing and content copy that sells is essential


• Confidence working with other departments and stakeholders such as designers, developers, and clients is essential 


• Readiness to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with many assets


• An understanding of the importance of consistency across different touchpoints of a user journey


• Ability to present work to large groups and communicate ideas clearly and enthusiastically


• A collaborative approach to getting things done

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 – $70,000 CAD. Salary is based on relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact.

WE OFFER

• A flexible, hybrid working policy


• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies


• Mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.


• 15 days paid holiday annually (plus Public Holidays).


• Refreshments are provided in the office all week, as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Friday.


• Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.


• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.


• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.


• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.


• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.


• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.


• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!


• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.


• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE? 

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. 

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.