Copywriter Freelancer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Company Description
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Overview
As a copywriter, you will be responsible for crafting compelling written content-such as headlines, taglines, and scripts-while partnering with an art director to develop cohesive, persuasive campaigns that effectively align with brand strategy and effectively communicate the intended message, engaging the target audience.
This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.
Responsibilities

• Write clear, engaging, and persuasive copy for various media (digital, print, TV, radio, social, etc.).
• Collaborate closely with art directors to execute integrated advertising campaigns.
• Develop headlines, taglines, scripts, and body copy that match the brand voice and campaign goals.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute original ideas
• Adapt tone and messaging to suit different audiences and platforms
• Revise and refine copy based on internal and client feedback
• Stay informed on industry trends, consumer insights, and competitor messaging
• Ensure all copy is accurate, on-brand, and delivered on deadline
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of client's products and services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in advertising, marketing, communications, journalism, English, or a related field.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a portfolio showcasing creative and persuasive work.
• Understanding branding, marketing strategy, and consumer behavior
• Collaborate effectively with art directors, strategists, and clients.
• Experience with multiple media formats, including digital, print, video, and social media.
• Time management and adaptability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with creative tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) a plus.
• General awareness and understanding of the digital landscape, including online campaigns, mobile experiences, and social media landscape.
• Enthusiasm, big ideas and attention for details.
• *Please provide portfolio link and resume when applying*

Additional Information
At Publicis Groupe, we offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) Plan after you complete 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12-month period.
Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: $32.11/hr - $46.49/hr. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be <>.
Compensation Range: USD $32.11 - USD $46.49/Hourly. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/1/2025.