Junior Copywriter

SKIMS is creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, and shapewear, and setting new standards by providing solutions for every body.

We’re disrupting the industry with our game-changing product and culturally driven creative.

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Job Overview

You’re a star copywriter. You love words that wow and you know how to write them well. Sharp, detail-oriented, and ready to hit the ground running, the Junior Copywriter will write best-in-class creative copy for a variety of projects including but not limited to : marketing emails, product descriptions, web / mobile copy, and retail signage copy.

The Junior Copywriter will be a part of the SKIMS marketing team and work directly with the Copy Director to ensure the SKIMS brand voice remains compelling and consistent across all touchpoints.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Responsibilities

• Write and take ownership of product descriptions, marketing emails, restock emails, SMS copy, app copy, and all copy needed for the website including home page, landing pages and collection descriptions.
• Ideate compelling email concepts then bring those ideas to life through short, attention-grabbing subject lines, headlines, and body copy.
• Be able to translate creative direction from the brand team and marketing objectives from the ecommerce team into succinct copy that drives sales.
• Familiarize yourself with new SKIMS styles that launch every week and write accurate, attention-grabbing product descriptions.
• Distill technical fashion jargon into consumer-friendly copy that is easy to read and will drive sales.
• Pay close attention to and diligently track updates to the SKIMS marketing calendar to ensure copy deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with the brand team and ecommerce team on a variety of assets, keeping the company’s functional and larger business goals in mind.
• Attend monthly marketing meetings, weekly status meetings, and bi-weekly digital content meetings.
• Learn the SKIMS voice and know it inside out.
• Help keep the brand voice and copy guide up to date.
• Ensure SKIMS brand voice and copy are consistent across all channels.
• Assist with writing retail signage copy for SKIMS stores as needed.
• This role reports to and works directly with our Copy Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism.
• 3 to 4 years of copywriting experience at a fashion company or creative agency.
• Copy portfolio with a range of samples that exhibit skill for writing bold, slightly tongue-in-cheek copy.
• Ability to write concise, bold copy that excites and drives sales.
• Flawless attention to detail and organization skills.
• Solid command of English grammar, spelling, syntax, and vocabulary.
• A deep understanding of social media and pop culture.
• Familiarity of audience behaviors and writing styles across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, X, and Threads.
• Must work on site in the SKIMS LA office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

You are :

• A passionate copywriter and perfectionist that can think fast on your feet with minimal supervision.
• Sharp, flexible, and motivated to go the extra mile.
• An organized self-starter that can work alone and collaboratively with the SKIMS marketing team.
• Adept at working in a fast-paced environment and turning around copy requests at a moment’s notice.
• Open to implementing constructive feedback about your copy.
• Excited to set and meet goals to hone your craft.

You have :

• Proven examples of bold, concise copy that performs.
• Excellent professional references.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• A can-do attitude.

Salary : $66,000 - $70,000 a year

Benefits and Culture

• 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Kind Body Fertility Benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
• Unlimited PTO
• Full Access to LinkedIn learning
• Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)

• Free weekly catered lunch at HQ M / W / Th
• Dog-Friendly office
• Free Swag Giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Annual Summer Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

SKIMS is committed to continuously creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates, reflective of the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

Equitable workplaces foster innovation and excellence, and in our commitment to culture of belonging qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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