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Onward Search is on the hunt for a Proofreader to join our Ad Agency client for a long-term contract opportunity that starts at the beginning of July.You will be responsible for proofreading, light copy editing, and fact-checking content. You will be joining a specific client team which specializes in the production of books, detaining fund information and other financials.Specific responsibilities include:Copy Editing Proofreading - including statistical information Oversee and provide quality assurance to make sure accuracy and quality of materials. Ensures that materials are consistent with corporate and compliance standards; collaborates with compliance/legal especially as it relates to footnote language Maintains a proofing style guide for the Institutional materialsWe are seeking Proofreaders who meet the following requirements:Must have at least 3 years proof reading experience using AP or Chicago Manual of Style Prefer candidates who have financial services experience Must be able to meet deadline driven due dates and be flexible Demonstrates the ability to understand both the high-level and detailed perspective Demonstrates strong analytical and critical-thinking skills and accuracy Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills; strong grammar and syntax skills Strong presentation skills; strong inter-personal skills Demonstrates the ability to communicate feedback on issues related to various outputs to creative team members regarding technical requirements and writing formats Must be proficient in MS Word, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint are highly desirable Experience working for companies in the Investment Management industry is a plus

Our client, an agency focused on social media campaigns, is looking for a Senior Copywriter to join their team for a freelance to hire opportunity! You are comfortable writing, concepting and presenting in both English and Spanish.You will be working on a spirit brand, but also on accounts across entertainment and sports. You will be partnering with the ECD, so client-facing experience is mandatory. You will also be presenting.Experience:MUST be bilingual in Spanish - written, spoken, presentation MUST have agency experience, specifically in social A strong plus if you have a passion for sportsThanks for checking out this role, if you are interested in the position, apply now!

Our client, premiere financial services provider is looking to add a talented Communications Coordinator to their team on a long term contract basis. This person will partner closely with marketing strategist and cross functional teams to research and identify target demographics across a diverse audience. If you are passionate about research and creative marketing then this might be the right opportunity for you. Apply today to learn more!Job Description: Business Responsibilities:Attend meeting and work with Marketing strategists to understand objective of solicitation Work with strategic Marketing teams to perform research on targeted demographics Work with Creative and Marketing teams to manage workflow of E-Mail Solicitations to prospective and existing clients Coordinates any internal documentation to ensure the timely and smooth production of eDirect Mail solicitations Initiates recommendations to improve routing and creative process and ways of improving the overall efficienciesExperience:5+ years exp in an organizational role, preferably in a marketing or agency environment Preferred: 2+ years of Web and/or Direct Mail experience, and/or fast-paced, agency environment managing multiple projects for multiple customers/accounts

Our client, a premiere financial institution, is seeking a Communications Specialist to join their growing team in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling and creating content for all to enjoy in an easy to read format with catchy taglines. If you a creative, clear, and concise thinker with a strong passion and background in writing then this might be the role for you.Day to day:Conduct interviews with internal clients to develop communication strategy and plan tactical execution of messaging for initiatives Work with IT Communications Management team to craft messages around existing template. Work with end-users to gauge success of messaging• Partner with internal and external clients to leverage relationships for optimal execution of marketing strategies Work with Senior Level Communication Specialists to evaluate the results of messaging and implement plan for information testing/research Initiate recommendations to improve routing and creative process and ways of improving the overall efficienciesMust haves:3-5-year degree in marketing, communications, journalism 3+ years experience in a strategic communications or writing role, preferably in a marketing or agency environment Preferred: internal messaging, strategy and concepting experience, works well with multiple projects for multiple customers/accounts Confident in leading communications projects for multiple clients, ideally internal messaging for the financial industry or ad agency with multiple client/industry focuses Proven ability to quickly ramp up on expectations of client Actively researches, learns and incorporates new means and methods whenever and wherever possible to improve processesApply today and one of our associates will be in touch!

Our university client is seeking a freelance SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR/MANAGER to create short-form and long-form content, keep their social media presence up to date and assist with managing social media advertising. A background in content strategy and writing, as well as knowledge of social media advertising, uploading, etc is the perfect candidate. A background in higher education is a plus.SKILLS:Develop content strategies and write content to brings the university to the forefront for potential students, educators, local businesses Create effective content and experiences - concept story ideas, interview, write, upload and respond Follow up/respond - be the social media voice for the university Experience uploading ads to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.REQUIREMENTS:3-5 years of experience in similar role BA in English, Journalism or similar Understanding of current trends in social media and education preferred Strong storyteller. Able to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization Excellent attention to detail

Are you looking for a Sr. Copywriting opportunity to bring your concepting skills to the forefront of a large pharma client? Has social media become a second language to you. This may just be the one you have been waiting for.Main duties and responsibilities: Concept ideas for site, social and other digital projects.Client is a pharmaceutical company and we are helping them create social programs for two drugs. For the first drug, we are creating a community based, socially driven program which will live within Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. It will be engaging and help rally patients who may need this drug.For the second drug, we are to define and create a social program/platform which will exist primarily in Instagram. Our team will generate ideas and concepts.Requirements for this specific project: We need one Sr. Copywriter for each project. Both need to be able to concept ideas. They will be starting from scratch and working with a Sr. Art Director partner. These people MUST be digitally proficient, and have a lot of campaign experience. Experience with digital campaign development and creating content are crucial.Skills for Senior Copywriter:Collaborates with creative team to determine conceptual and copy direction Determines the tone, style, structure and voice of client’s brand Translates creative direction into engaging and effective copy concepts Excels at writing catchy headlines and long copy Understands business objectives and audience demographics Presents copy and creative concepts to clientManagement/Leadership:Fosters a collaborative, agile and innovative environment Takes full ownership of projects Serves as a mentor Gives continuous feedback to peers Champions the copy craft within the agency Actively shapes and participates in company cultureExperience:6+ years experience as a copywriter in an agency environment Exceptional portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking Outstanding writing skills, including the ability to write in a range of voices and styles Strong understanding of UX principles and how it relates copy Expert at strategic brainstorming, campaign development and creative execution Acute attention to detail within demanding deadlinesEducation:Bachelor’s degree or diploma in English, journalism, communications or Advertising/Portfolio schoolIf this sounds like you then introduce yourself by applying below! Local candidates will have first preference. This is an immediate need, so DO NOT DELAY!

Our premier client is looking for a copywriter that will help their brand reach the masses through compelling and well-written messaging. The ideal copywriter will remain true to the company’s brand but also reference the latest social and marketplace trends to enhance and build upon their existing voice. This position will be located in Baltimore.Responsibilities:Collaborating closely with the marketing department, art directors, designers, user experience architects and your fellow writers to determine the best messaging approach for any project Conceiving, and executing, ideas for a variety of campaigns including but not limited to online, interactive, print, in-store, TV, environmental, event, mobile and social Writing and revising innovative and imaginative copy according to creative briefs and deadlines Performing ongoing research on current industry trends to maintain fresh and relevant perspective in all communicationsRequirements:4-year degree in English, Communications, Creative Writing, Journalism or Advertising/Marketing, or equivalent experience Innovative and conceptual thinking across various media types, including interactive Must be able to draft concepts, presentations, correspondence and other written materials as required Must demonstrate a solid understanding of current creative media, mediums and trends Understanding of SEO and keyword optimization is a plus but not requiredIf you have the experience and confidence to accomplish all this, we want to hear from you. Apply today!!

Our premier client, in Austin, Texas, is looking for a copywriter that will help their brand reach the masses through compelling and well-written messaging. If you are a creative-minded individual with a background in creating copy for both print and digital campaigns, then this might be role you have been searching for.Responsibilities:Collaborating closely with the marketing department, art directors, designers, user experience architects and your fellow writers to determine the best messaging approach for any project Conceiving, and executing, ideas for a variety of campaigns including but not limited to online, interactive, print, in-store, TV, environmental, event, guerrilla, mobile and social Writing and revising innovative and imaginative copy according to creative briefs and deadlines Performing ongoing research on current industry trends to maintain fresh and relevant perspective in all communicationsRequirements:BA/BS in English, Communications, Creative Writing, Journalism or Advertising/Marketing with copywriting focus or equivalent experience Innovative and conceptual thinking across various media types Must be able to draft concepts, presentations, correspondence and other written materials as required Must demonstrate a solid understanding of current creative media, mediums and trends Understanding of SEO and keyword optimization is a plus but not requiredApply today!!

Onward Search is looking for an Internal Communications Writer to join our prominent corporate client in Atlanta for an onsite contract opportunity!Job Summary:We are looking for an enthusiastic Content and Copy Specialist to manage program and project communications. The Content and Copy Specialist ensures active, consistent and meaningful communications on a day-today basis with our project teams through digital, presentation, video and print communications With guidance and support from the Experience Design and Change Management teams, this role will ensure that our teams are informed, confident, and ready to perform effective project delivery resulting in a better return on investmentPrimary Responsibilities:Be an excellent story teller Develop effective corporate communication strategies Manages internal communications (Presentations, Emails, Memos, Newsletters, Social Posts, etc.) Drafts content for Town Halls and other executive level meetings Develops and maintains website content (using SharePoint) Is able to craft scripts for live and/or animated video Builds and fosters relationships with advocates and key stakeholders Assists in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadershipMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience 3-5 years of work experience and demonstrated success in a writer role focused on PR or internal communications role Prior experience writing video scripts and for social channels required Prior experience writing cross-functional presentations, ghost-writing emails, defining brand voice/tone, and similar functions Excellent organizational skills Exceptional writing and editing skills, including the ability to write for a variety of audiences and communications mediums Excellent organizational skills, able to multi-task and set priorities, and comfortable with asking for help or reconsideration of priorities Extremely detail oriented and comfortable developing and/or working with project plans/timelines Flexible and able to work effectively under pressure and deadlines Creative and resourceful Experience in SharePoint is a plus

Our client, a premiere financial institution, is seeking a talented Web Content Specialist to join their growing team in Richmond, VA.You should:Want to work with internet teams on concepting of e-mail campaigns or creative intranet/internet initiatives Have expert understanding of writing for SEO and web-specific constructs (ADA compliance, etc.) Have strong presentation skills Utilize corporate standards to work under tight-deadlines and multiple managers to deliver well-executed content for EDM, intranet/internet exposure Have 3+ years of writing and editing for the WebIf so, apply today!!!