Muse Group is hiring: Part-Time Lead Copywriter in New York

Part-Time Lead Copywriter

Remote Muse Group
We are looking for a Remote Part-Time Lead Copywriter to join our Muse Group team, to create high-quality, emotive copy across product and marketing. You'll collaborate in all areas of the company, to ensure the guidelines are followed and great work is made. Strong creative copywriting knowledge and experience are essential. You will assist the Head of Copy in managing and mentoring writers and freelancers.
Working Schedule: Wed–Fri, 2.5 days a week
Muse are integrating new technologies, AI and automation and are looking for people with an open mind to experiment with us to make playing music better for everyone.
Key Responsibilities

Take the copy to 11 use your creative directional skills in your copy reviews to bring that special something to the project
Get your hands dirty this role is perfect for anyone who enjoys the creative direction and review side but doesn't want to lose those satisfying little writing jobs
Keep standards high make regular contact with stakeholders to ensure every piece of copy adheres to the standards and guidelines, and that you're up-to-date with new initiatives
Initiate and lead projects if you see an opportunity, make it happen from idea to execution, and results
Plan and coordinate team resources to ensure that projects are implemented on time
Mentor the writing team and share your knowledge through feedback.
YOU
Self-driven, organized and proactive
Highly creative and strategic, a non-traditional thinker
A keen eye for detail with expert-level grammar, and language skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
A love of collaboration, working with designers, product and marketing teams to create the best possible outcome
Your collection of band T-shirts is crying out to become your new work uniform.
Required Experience

3-5 years of experience in a managerial copywriting position (ACD/CD/Head of Copy/Editor)
At least 10 years of experience as a creative copywriter in-house or agency
Strong creative direction skills, to turn good work into great work with your feedback
Passion for music and a drive to help musicians around the world
Keen eye for detail and knowledge of best practices in copywriting for both marketing and product
Confident in all areas: UX&UI, scripts, CRM, SEO, both long and short-form, and performance marketing
Strong understanding of tone of voice, brand, conceptual thinking, and emotive writing for varying audiences
A good knowledge of inclusive and accessible writing practices and the ability to write for a global audience
Team management skills
Be a decision-maker and possess problem-solving skills
Strategic mind, able to initiate important projects and experiments based on overall company strategy
Proven ability to work on multiple tasks at a time, meet deadlines, prioritize and delegate tasks
Native-level English fluency.
In-depth knowledge of music: basic music theory, experience with instruments, and a love of multiple genres, from pop to rock to classical
Ability to play an instrument yourself – so you really know our audience
Experience with AI agents
User of Muse Group products, especially MuseScore and Ultimate Guitar
Advertising and copywriting awards
Experience with software such as Jira, and Confluence.
If this sounds good to you, send us your CV and portfolio.
Benefits

Creativity every day: Make inspiring products for musicians, artists and creators – no day is the same.
Impactful work Influence the future of the music industry and change the lives of millions worldwide.
Work set up: We'll make sure you're set up for success with the right work equipment, whether that's company-provided hardware or an equipment allowance.
Growth and development: Receive specialized training, language lessons, conferences and learning materials.
Team well-being: Support for your mental health and wellbeing, including confidential help during life's tougher moments.
Muse Group Empowers Music Makers

We create the world's most popular apps for playing, recording and composing music. Through our innovative learning tools, expansive music catalogs and free open-source software, we make it easier for millions — from beginners to experienced musicians — to be creative every day. Our talented team of music lovers collaborates all over the globe, from Limassol to Seoul and Boston to Berlin.
We're an ambitious company with the drive and culture of a startup — with many more exciting Muse Group developments to come. Hal Leonard, which joined Muse Group in 2023, is the world leader in sheet music publishing and music education. The company has a storied history of providing music learners with the very best methods and arrangements of popular music for over 70 years. Hal Leonard is also a major distributor of popular brands of instruments, gear, and software to the music trade worldwide.