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Copywriter (Project Hire)

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Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented copywriter to join the CRM/Lifecycle Marketing team to help us communicate the latest information, features, news, and more for all of Blizzard’s franchises, delivered to millions of players worldwide.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, deadline-driven, detail-oriented individual with a passion for excellence in communication and a dedication to consistently meeting team objectives. Excellent interpersonal skills and a wide-ranging knowledge of Blizzard Entertainment games are essential.

COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position and may remain remote for the duration of the contract.

Responsibilities:

• Lead as the primary source of all written content in Blizzard’s email communications that are delivered directly to players across all our respective IPs.

• Evolve our approach with creative ideas and new, unique ways to communicate with players.

• Establish best practices and style guidelines for email and CRM copy.

• Quickly and resourcefully collect information and research topics, such as new game launches, patches, new features, community events, and more.

• Collaborate with other teams such as Public Relations (PR), Creative Services, Community, and Marketing Communications to develop cohesive messaging across multiple channels.

• Support the review and approval process with all relevant stakeholders and provide updates within the campaign workflow.

• Guide and develop our content strategy with the broader CRM team to create the best player experience possible.

• Knowledge of data-driven insights gathering that can inform copywriting tests and overall program evolution.

• Responsible for maintaining our source of truth, best practices, and learning for all copy related projects/campaigns within our Confluence platform.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 4+ years writing, editorial, content marketing, or journalism experience.

• Ability to fully grasp the unique characteristics and subtle nuances of a brand’s voice.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated leadership in working with cross-functional teams, naturally savvy at building and maintaining relationships to ensure alignment on campaign copy.

• Proficient with MS Office, including PowerPoint and advanced features of Word.

• Able to focus and multitask in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

• Able to exercise good independent judgment and discretion.

• Ability to create written content with both mobile and web audiences in mind.

• Strong knowledge of English grammar and usage, and solid proofreading skills.

• Experience using style and grammar references, including AP and Chicago Manual of Style.

• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.

• Desire to learn and grow in the ever-changing digital marketing space.

• A highly motivated, self-starting approach to work with very strong attention to detail.

Pluses:

• Knowledge of CRM and or Digital Marketing best practices

• Knowledge of Blizzard Entertainment games and lore

• Content and / or digital marketing experience

• Web or email copywriting experience

• Familiarity with HTML

• Adobe Creative Suite experience

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Writing Sample

Additional Materials:

• Link to current portfolio of work or website

Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!