Ogilvy is looking for a Creative Copywriter to join our team in Sydney. You will be responsible for developing outstanding advertising concepts and copy for Ogilvy Health and Ogilvy PR, solving client business problems and driving behavior change through creativity.
What You'll Do
- Solve complex business problems and drive behaviour change through creativity and conceptual thinking.
- Understand the importance of the 'big idea' and how well the work reflects it within the framework of the clients' brand.
- Work effectively with art directors and/or medical writers and health PR specialists to create powerful, thought-provoking work that's code compliant.
- Generate effective and imaginative concepts, headlines and copy.
- Write with consistency, accuracy and creative flair.
- Express ideas clearly, concisely and persuasively.
- Present with passion.
- Look to bring innovation into our work.
- Ensure all work leaving the department is of the highest quality.
- Be responsible and accountable for work, listening and asking the right questions to understand the business problem and brief.
- Respond positively to internal and client feedback, re-work ideas whilst retaining creative integrity.
- Understand the market in which the client's brand is competing.
- Catch up with brand teams to ensure alignment with client strategy and business objectives.
- Be the brand ambassador for your clients.
- Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective campaign development and execution.
- Assist with business development and new pitch activity when required.
- Contribute to making the creative department a great place to work, fostering a sense of community.
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years marketing or advertising agency experience as conceptual copywriter.
- A passion for healthcare communications and awareness.
- Proactive and positive approach to work and an eagerness to learn and progress.
- A portfolio of well written ideas, headlines, stories, social posts and/or anything that can demonstrate your handle of the English language.
- The ability to speak to a range of audiences, using a variety of tone, style, attitude and format.
- Proven ability to manage and organise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Habitually on top of inspiring, cutting-edge trends and developments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Impeccable attention to detail.
- Hardworking, dedicated and passionate about healthcare communications.
- A positive, calm and considered manner.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Ogilvy Health and Ogilvy PR creative department, reporting to a Group Creative Director.
Benefits & Compensation
- Go global with Ogilvy: Access to career pathways and opportunities around the world.
- Family & caregiver support: Gender-neutral parental leave policy providing 16 weeks of paid leave.
- Unlock the power of AI: Access to WPP Open, the global AI platform.
- Work in style at Barangaroo: Sydney-based employees enjoy the new state-of-the-art WPP campus.
- Belong at Ogilvy: Commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace with programs like Inclusivity & Impact Council, SheCD, WPP Unite, and Reconciliation Action Plan.
- Invest in your growth: Tailored personal development plan and dedicated manager support.
- Recharge & rejuvenate: Additional leave benefits including birthday off, Summer Fridays, and loyalty leave.
- Wellness your way: Discounted rates with health and fitness providers, plus access to yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs.
- Confidential support: Confidential counselling support through Telus EAP.
- Recognising excellence: Employee reward programs.
- Referral bonus: Bonus for bringing talented friends to Ogilvy.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Sydney.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer.
