About Athena At Athena, we always get asked what exactly a marketing consultancy is. People ask if we’re an events and experiences company, an ad agency, a data and analytics company, a marketing firm, or a project management company? And the answer is yes. The good news is that you don’t really need to know what a marketing consultancy is to know that we help businesses, and have been doing so for more than 12 years. But not only have we done it all, we’ve also worked with them all. From professional sports leagues to automotive companies, media and entertainment companies to telecommunications, we’re in a wide range of industries. And we keep it all together through hard work, proven results, and a commitment to our clients and employees. We know that our people are what makes Athena, Athena. And as a Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplace in 2023 and 2024, we take pride in fostering a work environment where our employees are encouraged to grow, develop, and thrive. We are a women-led company with hard work in our DNA, and we are growing rapidly. We look forward to the bright minds that will join us and make Athena even greater. About the Job Our Creative Department operates with the rule that the best idea wins, which means that everyone gets a voice here, no matter your level. We work collaboratively with each other and with the entire company, as we are all creative problem solvers. You’ll be a part of our team and partner regularly with the designers to create compelling work on behalf of our clients and the Athena Brand. You’ll be responsible for presenting your work to the Senior Copywriter and Creative Director to receive feedback and guidance. Similar to an agency setting, your day-to-day will never be the same. You’ll deal in both big ideas and tactical copy. So while there is no standard creative brief here, you can expect to regularly collaborate with design, concept with inter-departmental teams, pitch social content, brainstorm event swag, write ad copy, edit PowerPoints, work with leadership teams to craft new business proposals, and write anything that comes your way. And, as a bonus, our client list will you give you some big names for your portfolio. About You We’re looking for a Copywriter with two to five years of experience, ideally from an agency setting. You must have a firm grasp of the English language and grammar, with powerful proofreading and editing skills. You should feel comfortable with a tight turnaround and juggling multiple responsibilities at once. You’re a curious self-starter who loves taking ownership of projects, but also feels at home collaborating with your teammates. This role calls for great conceptual thinking, flawless execution, ambition, and optimism. You must have a portfolio to apply. Requirements What you’ll be responsible for: + High-level concepting, copywriting, and copyediting for a wide range of ad types, brand experiences, social content, marketing deliverables, and business development materials + Successfully communicating and presenting creative ideas, strategic rationale, and copy + Collaborating with design to produce smart, powerful work that delivers beyond the ask + Strategically and creatively elevating existing work (presentations, print pieces, reports, website copy, etc.) from Athena’s cross-functional teams + Translating complex and ambiguous concepts into simple and effective messages and deliverables The skills and experience you should have: + 2-5 years of relevant experience in advertising, social media, marketing, branding, and/or other related fields + Excellent short-form and long-form writing skills in a variety of voices and tones + Solid grammar, editing, and proofreading capabilities + Ability to think strategically and conceptualize creatively + Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment It's a plus if you have: + A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience Benefits + Medical/Dental benefits including of 1K Health Reimbursement Account + Matching 401K + Generous PTO policy + Substantial Parental Leave Policy + Hybrid Work Environment (4 days on-site in Philadelphia, PA) Curious about your career path at Athena? This role is within a rapidly growing creative department and the right candidate can excel, produce great work, and have an immediate impact on Athena’s creative product culture and growth. Oh, and our application process is open, easy, as transparent as we can make it, and painless. We need team members like you to join us! Let’s get started. Athena is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at 866.299.6040.