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Job Number #173869 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

Hill’s Pet Nutrition is searching for a tech-forward Copywriter to join our Strategic Creative Services team. This is a unique opportunity for a writer who is passionate about the craft and excited by the potential of new technologies to enhance it. You will be responsible for producing clear, compelling, and consistent copy for a wide range of creative projects, directly supporting our team of designers. The ideal candidate will be adept at using generative AI to refine outputs, boost efficiency, and maintain a high standard of quality. This role requires a nimble writer who can skillfully adapt their tone and style to connect with our two core audiences: passionate pet owners and highly-skilled veterinary professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and proofread high-quality copy for a variety of creative assets, including digital ads, social media, website content, print materials, and video scripts.

• Collaborate closely with designers to ensure that copy and design work together seamlessly to achieve project goals.

• Utilize generative AI tools as part of the copywriting process to brainstorm, draft, and refine content, driving efficiency and innovation.

• Act as a steward of the Hill’s Pet Nutrition voice, maintaining consistency in language, tone, and style across all materials.

• Master the ability to write for distinct audience segments, translating complex nutritional science into accessible, persuasive language for pet parents and credible, technical information for veterinary professionals.

• Support the senior copywriting team in developing and maintaining a library of approved claims and messaging.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

• 2+ years of copywriting experience, demonstrated by a strong portfolio of work.

• 2+ years experience writing for different audiences and adapting tone of voice accordingly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the CPG, pet care, or a related science-based industry.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at once.

• A keen interest in and hands-on experience with generative AI platforms and tools for content creation and refinement.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a sharp eye for detail.

• Portfolio examples that include both consumer-facing (B2C) and professional/technical (B2B) writing.

• Familiarity with project management tools like Jira or Asana.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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