Creative Director - Copywriter, Amazon XCM

DESCRIPTION Job Summary: Amazon's global cross-channel, cross-category marketing team (XCM), is looking for a Creative Director - Copywriter to guide Amazon's global studios, leading the conceptualization, execution, and scaling of breakthrough, global 360 creative assets (TV, social, digital, OOH, etc). This role will be crucial in delivering concepts and copy in Amazon's unique brand voice. The ideal candidate has a passion for world-class work, is a digital native with global experience, a strong editorial background, and thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. At Amazon, XCM Creative Directors are hands-on; a combination of creative powerhouse that rolls up to developing work as individual contributor, while also capable of collaborating and leading teams, both internal and with agency partners. We're looking for someone with strong strategic knowledge, who can make intentional choices, and is excited to tackle new creative challenges every day. Key job responsibilities

• Proven copywriting skills, from campaign concepts, to headlines, to scripts, with an ability deliver engaging copy across a range of different brands and tones
• Effective at scaling creative campaigns across channels (broadcast, online video, digital, social, etc.) for global audiences
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong portfolio that demonstrates global experience and exceptional digital-first creative thinking
• Impeccable attention to detail, excellent grammar, and copy-writing skills
• 5-10 years copywriting experience at an advertising agency or in-house creative department
• Experience directly managing members of the creative team

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading creative development of innovative creative from concept to delivery
• Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines
• Experience presenting creative concepts effectively to senior executives
• 8+ years of experience as a Creative Director, ideally in an agency, in-house creative, or digital production environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing creative (internal team of designers, copywriters, external agencies and freelancers)
• Experience developing digital campaigns for O&O channels that have global scale
• Experience in driving compelling creative strategy and execution at an agency or in-house creative team
• Outstanding conceptual and design abilities, with a strong portfolio demonstrating digital-first creative thinking

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $127,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $210,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Apply Job! Apply to this Job