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Copy Supervisor

FCB Health New York, New York, NY, United States


Overview
The Copy Supervisor (CS) works collaboratively with cross-functional brand team(s) as the hands-on manager of daily creative copy requirements for assigned client(s). The Copy Supervisor ensures all projects meet the highest standards of creative and quality excellence and are delivered on time. They support the generation of unique and innovative, on-brand materials for client(s), and develop text from draft stage through final copy. The Copy Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and career development of junior copy team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Copywriting and Creative Execution

Responsible for all copy on projects across brand(s). The CS ensures the accuracy of all manuscripts, including referencing, annotating, and submissions to enable a smooth MLR process.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborates and communicates with team members in a productive manner to ensure goals are met and attains/maintains creative vision outlined for the agency.

Strategic Thinking

Demonstrates knowledge of marketing plans including objectives, strategies, and how success will be measured.

Client Management

Presents creative work regularly to internal teams and clients. Takes part in discussions to help refine the work, based on intimate knowledge of the data, market, and brand strategy.

Talent Management

The CS may supervise junior writers or freelancers, learning how to evaluate work, give constructive feedback, have a voice in meetings, and work more independently.

Administration

Maintains timely, detail-oriented, and accurate approaches to administrative duties.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Copywriting and Creative Execution

Creates copy content for assigned projects that is on strategy and in language that is original, compelling, distinctive, and synergistic with art/graphics.

Generates messaging, key concept language, data interpretations, and contributes to conceptual direction for assigned account(s).

Prepares manuscripts for MLR, including referencing, annotating and whatever is needed for the brand’s submission process.

Performs research, analyzes, and interprets data from clinical studies, presentations, and published papers.

Performs proofing/editing on all copy, paying strict attention to details of copy/art agreement.

Understands and implements agency/client review and routing systems; revises agency copies, identifies problems or inconsistencies, solves problems by reviewing with supervisor/ account services.

Logically organizes material from a range of sources to create a compelling narrative/story flow.

Demonstrates consistency in effectiveness and delivery of job expectations across multiple projects and brands.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Maintains positive relationships with various agency departments including Editorial, Account, Strategy, and Project Management.

Communicates with team members regarding deadlines, revisions, quality control, and new work.

Works with Art Partners and teams to contribute and execute creative approaches, communicate brand personality, and messages for both the overall campaign and individual materials.

Proactively approaches leadership with new ideas and suggestions for personal career growth and team dynamics.

Strategic Thinking

Understands the client’s marketplace, competition, marketing objectives, and strategies.

Contributes innovative ideas appropriate to the clients’ marketing strategy and audience needs.

Participates in strategic and tactical brainstorming meetings.

Understands the creative brief and the role it plays in creative evolution, taking into consideration client feedback.

Client Management

Develops solid client relationships and trust through clear and authoritative presentations, understanding of brand data, language nuance, and strategic direction.

Talent Management

Communicates with all team members in a productive manner to ensure creative vision is maintained and deadlines are met.

Manages and mentors junior copy team, delegating incoming tasks and assignments.

Begins to own and participate in hiring, staffing, and full life-cycle talent management (eg, delivering feedback, annual reviews, general and performance management).

Administration

Ensures accurate and timely reporting of timesheets for self and junior team.

Begins to participate in resourcing and scoping conversations.

EDUCATION
AREA OF STUDY (Preferred) : Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
4+ years, Marketing/Advertising Business (Preferred)

1+ years, Exposure to Pharmaceutical advertising (Preferred)

Preferred:

Portfolio of work demonstrating strong and consistent writing ability required.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel) or equivalent programs.

Familiarity with Adobe Suite (Acrobat, Indesign).

Proficient in social media and digital best practices.

Knowledge of healthcare copywriting—AMA style, health literacy, referencing and factchecking, prepping for medical/legal/regulatory submissions (preferred).

Strong written and verbal communication.

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
This Job Description is not a contract of employment but serves as a reference for your mutual understanding of the terms and conditions associated with the position.

Your role may vary from this description, and you may be asked to perform other duties or have additional responsibilities outside of what’s outlined above. If you think that there are elements of this job description that are inaccurate, please speak with your manager and/or HR Partner.

There are three types of Employee Work Arrangements that classify where a person conducts work: In-Office and Hybrid. The amount of time an employee spends working virtually versus in person is dictated by their work arrangement classification, the demands of the role, the needs of the agency and their team, and a person’s performance.

This job description is not intended to include modifications consistent with providing a Reasonable Accommodation.

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