EILEEN FISHER creates simple, sustainable, timeless clothes designed to work together as a system. We make our clothes with intention, supporting people to build their wardrobe meaningfully each season. And we make our clothes to last—and then take them back through our Renew team to be reworn and loved again, or through our Waste No More team, to be remade into entirely new felted designs. We believe in the fundamental potential of every person—our employees, our customers and those who make our clothes—and are committed to cultivating conditions that empower people. It’s all part of our commitment to doing business in a way that helps build a better industry. And a better future. EILEEN FISHER is a certified B Corporation, which means we voluntarily meet high criteria for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
VALUES STATEMENT: As a founder led Company, our values are deeply embedded in and shape our culture. Our values are a shared responsibility embodied in every position and are intended to be woven into all that we do; how we approach our work and how we interact with one another. Our values support our commitment to Diversity, Equity + Inclusion, and our commitment to Sustainability guides us to protect our limited natural resources, fight climate change, support human rights and social impact, and inspire the fashion industry to embrace circularity.
• We are authentic • We thrive in connection • We trust each other • We innovate through creativity • We are committed to the health of the whole • We are united by purpose
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is predominantly remote, but with expectation to meet in our EF headquarters in Irvington, New York once or twice a month to attend key meetings.
The Junior Copywriter plays a key role in supporting the Writing and Web teams. This position will assist our E-Commerce Copywriter in crafting product descriptions for the website that are consistent with our brand voice and convey our design philosophy. In a space where the customer can’t touch or try on the clothes, product descriptions are a first point of contact and provide essential information about our style, fit, fabric and commitment to responsible design.
In addition to product copy, ongoing responsibilities include writing SEO and other e-commerce copy, assisting the writing team in managing web content and pitching and executing journal articles.
COVER LETTER REQUIRED, WRITING SAMPLES ENCOURAGED.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support e-commerce copywriter in writing product names and descriptions for approximately 50-100 items of clothing, shoes and accessories on a monthly basis. • Ensure consistency of style and tone for product descriptions. • Research product information in digital product management system. • Crosscheck product descriptions with photographed samples in order to catch discrepancies before styles go live. • Connect with the design team as needed to research product and fact-check styles. • Prepare customer service notes to address any product discrepancies. • Write and update copy for non-product (FAQ, Ask Us, Shipping Policies, etc.) sections of site as needed. • Prep website product list and adjust style names as needed referencing line sheets. • Route all web copy for team feedback and proofreading/copy edit. • Help oversee master web copy document. Revise and post updates on an ongoing basis. • Send reviewed/approved copy to Copyeditor. • Submit copyedited product descriptions to Web Content Team. • Assist the writing team in gathering information from key partners and providing research for projects as needed. • Assist Brand Writer and Associate Director by inputting monthly email subject lines into management tool. • Assist Brand Writer and Associate Director in QA’ing monthly web copy and logging tickets and errors with web team as needed. • Help pitch ideas for the journal and write articles that communicate our unique brand values and design philosophy.
PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS REQUIRED.
Required Skills Required Experience
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree (In English, Journalism, Fashion Design or related field preferred)
Our ideal candidate has a way with words and a talent for conveying information in a clear, concise way. We’re looking for someone who is eager to develop their writing skills and step into a career in the apparel industry. An interest in sustainability and the EILEEN FISHER brand is preferred.
• Entry level position: 0-2 years copywriting experience in ecommerce.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:
• Aptitude for language in general, ability to understand and execute the EILEEN FISHER brand voice in balance with technical needs. • Strong understanding of grammar and syntax, as well as excellent proofing skills. • Ability to write short and long form prose. • Ability to receive and learn from constructive copywriting feedback. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Excellent attention to detail. • Adept at learning new technologies, tools and processes. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively; self-starter who can see a project through to the end. • Strong textual and visual storytelling abilities. • Aptitude for visual and design thinking.
The hiring salary range for this role is $50- 60k/yr. dependent upon experience and qualifications. In addition, we offer competitive benefits including a generous clothing allowance and a wellness reimbursement program.
EILEEN FISHER, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.
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