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We are searching for an experienced Copywriter/Graphic Designer that we're calling a "Creative" for our agency client. In this contract-to-hire position you will develop solutions that connect with a desired audience and drive action. Interested in learning more? Take a peek at the key details below and apply today!

Our client believes in remarkable talent, enthusiasm, and creative thinking add up to great work. They’re looking for a creative superstar with a broad skill set to join their growing creative department on a full-time basis. As a key member of their team, you will collaborate, concept, write and design for a variety of projects (including print, web, mobile, video, and social media). The most successful candidate will be a quick learner with a versatile style and thrives in all aspects of marketing.

As a Creative, you will:

Continually raise the bar with fresh design and copy
Develop solutions that connect with a desired audience and drive action
Interpret creative briefs
Ownership of projects from beginning to end
Thrive in an environment with a high-volume workload often requiring short turnaround times
Comfortable working both independently and as a member of a team.
Have high standards for brand consistency and cohesiveness.
Concept, write and design for a range of marketing and communications materials
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of communications- and client-related industry trends
Research and understand a client’s needs and target audiences, through online searches, reviews of existing research, interviews with subject-matter experts, and in-person meetings
Collaborate with other marketing team members and stakeholders to ensure the appropriate concepts, themes and messages are represented effectively and consistently for the business objective(s) and audience.
Work with departments across the organization.

Who we’re searching for / About you:

Three or more years of professional writing and design experience with a solid portfolio of strategic work
Appreciation of great marketing
Social media experience for a brand
Exceptional writing and research skills
Able to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Experience with content management systems
Ability to multitask and organize multiple projects
Excellent attention to detail
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Project management and planning skills
Proven ability to think strategically and execute a multifaceted plan
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Proven ability to build authentic relationships with ease
Resourceful, action- and detail-oriented, high ownership

Job Competencies:

Honesty/Integrity - Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidence. Does what is right, not just what is politically expedient. Speaks plainly and truthfully.

Language/Communication Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Analytical Thinking - Collects, integrates and analyzes all relevant data and information, evaluates options considering unintended consequences and presents the most effective solution

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ Attention.

Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Proactivity - Exhibits a sense of urgency to make improvements, solve problems, or reach out if unsure of how to address an issue. Takes action without being told what to do.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Persistence - demonstrates a tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity an openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Listening skills - lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

We know that experience is gathered in many ways. If you have a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job duties but got there in a different way, please apply.

Logistics:

$68,000-$72,0000/ Year
$30-$35/ hour
Location: On-site in Tigard, Oregon

Why 52 Limited:

52 Limited is a digital staffing agency with an industry-leading focus on the creative + technology space. We exclusively place tech and creative talent in direct-hire, contract-to-hire, and contract roles

When you’re a talent, you’re family at 52 Limited. We provide paid time off when you are sick and offer comprehensive health insurance and voluntary benefits. We check in with you on the regular; we will advocate for your needs, and make sure you are happy and able to do your best work.

52 Limited’s reputation in the recruiting industry is unparalleled in the Pacific Northwest. While we're headquartered right here in Portland, our tenured team routinely places world-class talent from all over the West Coast and Texas. We work with some of the most forward-thinking and recognizable clients in Portland, Seattle, Los Angeles, Austin, and beyond. To learn more about our team, check out www.52ltd.com/our/story.

We are committed to fostering a people-first candidate experience that benefits our talent, clients, and community. 52 Limited encourages a diversity of applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Let us know if you need reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process.

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