SENIOR COPYWRITER
About Carvana
If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience.
Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck.
I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!
We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.
Team spirit is evident at Carvana and everyday we let our passions and creativity foster innovation.
We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data
– and process-driven decisions in everything we do.
Here are a few of our stories!
We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now.
Want more of the story?
Check out our background here.
About the team and position
We’re looking for a stellar Senior Copywriter who can think up big, juicy ideas that are on-brief.
You should love the craft of creative writing – and that’s just the beginning.
Being web-savvy isn’t enough, you should know your way around different social media apps with your eyes closed.
Sense of humor isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a must.
You should also have an insatiable curiosity to holistically, strategically and creatively think up ideas, fully develop them and make’m happen.
You’ll be working in a supportive team environment, collaborating with many different people within the brand team and other teams around Carvana.
While you will be working closely with your Creative Director, it’s important you have the ability to lead the thinking of your projects and work alongside other project stakeholders.
If you join forces with us, you will find yourself exposed to a lot more than what the creative department is traditionally shown.
You’ll be rapidly learning all about its ins and outs, and producing work that will make you proud.
You can sit up close and witness the direct impact of your efforts, while gaining valuable insight into how your ideas perform.
Hardwork is a must, as is a passion for creating and writing in different voices.
What you’ll be doing
Consistently generate fresh ideas solving for the communication objectives of the creative brief.
Partner with an Art Director and marketing team to conceptually think through business problems and develop strategically-minded ideas to solve them through the art of copy.
Development of brand
– and product-level creative concepts and layouts across multiple mediums (TV, short film, digital, PR stunts, social, mobile, brand behaviors, radio, print, customer experience and product).
Own the review, edit and overall development of content during all phases of your projects.
Consistently bring new ideas, production solutions, content trends and tech developments to the team to aid and inspire the development of best-in-class creative.
Ability to write consistent with Carvana’s brand, style and tone of voice.
Other duties as assigned.
What you should have
A Bachelor’s degree required, a Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, marketing or a related field is preferred.
A strong conceptual approach, translating business problems into effective customer communications and experiences.
The ability to effectively communicate an idea and take direction to further craft ideas to final form.
4+ years of proven writing and editing experience working with and creating content for multiple mediums – TV, short film, digital, PR stunts, social, mobile, brand behaviors, radio, print, customer experience and product.
Ability to organize and synthesize information from multiple sources, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to write content, copy and messages in a variety of styles, voices and tones that are adaptable to different target audiences, product categories and branding initiatives.
Ability to prioritize/re-prioritize multiple projects and/or deadlines in a fast-paced and constantly shifting work environment.
Having attended an advertising portfolio program is a plus.
What does our growth have to do with you?
Only everything.
Are you not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications?
Give it a shot!
Research shows that men will apply to a job when only meeting 60% of the requirements, whereas women and members of other systematically marginalized groups typically only apply when they meet every single requirement.
At Carvana, we’re builders.
We build tools, business, and our people.
We value diversity in backgrounds and thought, so take a shot and apply!
Please highlight some of your accomplishments in your resume and cover letter so we can talk about how you can grow with us.
What we’ll offer in return
Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
401K with company match.
A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.
Other requirements
To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
Legal stuff
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.
All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.