Assistant/ Associate Copywriter, Social (A&F and kids)

Job Description 

The role of Copywriter on the A&F Creative Marketing team will focus on the creation of engaging, on-brand copy to appear across social channels. Successful candidates will have a passion for our brand, a high level of engagement on social media, a dynamic voice and in-depth knowledge of fashion and retail trends. All A&F copywriters must possess near-perfect editing and grammar skills and be able to write short, smart, snappy copy that has a clear point of view and a recognizable voice. The ideal applicant is curious, energetic, optimistic and highly collaborative.

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Writing engaging social copy for A&F and abercrombie kids
• Generating unique content creation ideas with creative partners
• Developing and implementing social strategies to increase awareness/ engagement
• Staying on top of social trends and language
• Writing copy for organic social feed, stories and platforms
• Helping write copy for paid media, SMS and push notifications
• Editing copy based on leadership feedback, changes to product, trends, performance, etc.
• Applying high-level campaign messaging to social platforms appropriately
• Staying curious and up-to-date on fashion trends & terminology
• Performing and sharing competitive research with the team to better inform copy going forward

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in English, Creative Writing or Advertising/Copywriting, or related experience  
• 1-3 years of copywriting experience, preferably in the retail space
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles
• Proficiency in social media and understanding of best practices across platforms
• Strong written/ verbal communication & exceptional editing skills
• Seamless collaboration skills, including openness to copy coming from anywhere
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Open to providing feedback and receiving constructive criticism
• An ongoing interest in fashion & familiarity with our brand/ competitors
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to project manage requests as needed
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Teams & Adobe Creative Suite

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive Bonus Program  
• Paid Time Off and Work From Anywhere Flexibility    
• Paid Volunteer Day per Year, allowing you to give back to your community 
• Merchandise Discount 
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Available 
• Life and Disability Insurance 
• Associate Assistance Program 
• Paid Parental and Adoption Leave 
• Access to Carrot to support your unique parenthood journey 
• Access to Headspace dedicated to creating healthier, happier lives from the inside out 
• 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match 
• Opportunities for Career Advancement, we believe in promoting from within 
• A Global Team of People Who'll Celebrate you for Being YOU 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Notice (For Colorado, New York, California and Washington): The recruiting pay range for this position is $50,000 - $62,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future.