Copywriter

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women’s and men’s apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Summary:

Rails is looking to hire a part-time Copywriter. This position will start off as part-time with the possibility of converting to full-time down the road. The ideal candidate is a creative team player and talented wordsmith who will be responsible for developing marketing and communications content that will set Rails apart.

The Copywriter reports to the Creative Director

Responsibilities:

• Understanding, developing, and evolving Rails’ brand voice across all channels to ensure consistency in messaging
• Interpreting creative direction from various teams and adapting points into practical copy concepts
• Creating error-free copy for marketing assets including, but not limited to: direct mail, product descriptions, web banners, email, SMS, and performance marketing
• Creating on-brand copy for seasonal collection launches, campaigns and special projects
• Supporting sales, PR, and social media deliverables as needed
• Additional responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience copywriting for an apparel and/or lifestyle brand, preferably in the contemporary space
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
• Ability to efficiently prioritize a demanding workload and multiple competing priorities to deliver effective, on-brand copy in a timely manner
• Knowledge of and demonstrated adaptability to varying audience behaviors and writing styles across different platforms
• Extremely strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to ensuring overall accuracy
• Ability to work both independently with minimal direction, and as a collaborator within teams
• Ability to maintain an onsite presence at our Los Angeles office 3 days out of the week

Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.