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Advertising Copywriter

Underground*—one of the nation’s leading advertising, strategy and design agency for non-profits—seeks a Copywriter. The ideal candidate would be as passionate about ideas and writing as they are about supporting progressive causes. Underground* understands that it's better to use humor to point out the inherent irony of despoiling the environment rather a wagging our collective finger. While Underground* works with a variety of non-profits and foundations, major non-profit experience isn’t as important as clever ideas and a desire to use advertising for good.

Copywriter responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Senior Art Directors, Designers to concept ideas for creative work.
• Concept, write, proofread and edit headlines and copy for ads, brochures, websites, radio and television spots—experience writing video scripts a plus
• Maintain highest possible creative standards;
• Provide feedback and input on strategy for creative briefs;
• Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Pursue and develop a professional development plan;
• Possess strong research and summarization skills;
• Work as team player, and contributes to the positive and productive work environment;
• Support and nurture the Mission of Underground*;
• Report to Creative Director

Qualifications/Skills
• BA plus 2-3 years agency experience or similar;
• Conceptual thinker
• Uncompromising attention to detail and high level of accuracy;
• Excellent proofreading skills;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Our Mission:
Underground* is a creative agency dedicated to positive social change. By partnering with non-profits, foundations and public service organizations, we help them tell their stories and inspire action through innovative strategy, provocative advertising and beautiful design.

What we do:
Underground* is a public interest communications and advertising agency based in San Francisco. We work with some of the finest foundations and environmental and human rights organizations in the country, building a reputation for creating campaigns that are as effective as they are thought provoking. For more information about Underground*, please go to www.undergroundads.com

How to apply:

Send your resume, your electronic portfolio (or a link), and a brief cover letter stating why you and Underground* are a great fit. Send to: info@undergroundads.com.