Copywriter

We’re looking for a junior–intermediate Copywriter who writes clean, strategic, and compelling copy across a range of formats. You’ll help shape narrative and messaging for campaigns, digital platforms, social media, scripts, DOOH, and brand content. The role includes a mix of ad copy, content writing, and technical or informational writing, all developed under creative direction.

You’ll collaborate closely with designers, art directors, strategists, and production teams to craft work that connects with audiences and supports campaign goals. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys writing for advertising and content-driven environments and wants to continue growing their craft in an agency setting.

About Us

The Turn Lab is not your typical creative agency. As consultancy-led problem solvers, we tackle unique challenges with a tailored blend of research, strategy, creative, media, and technology. Think of us as a powerhouse creative lab—fueled by bold ideas, innovation, and the grit that built us from the ground up. We’re ambitious, thick-skinned, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, always on the lookout for curious, passionate, and solution-driven individuals to join our ranks.

Pride in our work? Absolutely. Excitement about tackling challenges head-on? Always. And if you’re looking to work for a purpose-driven organization that’s a certified B Corporation and 100% carbon-neutral, well, we might just be the perfect fit. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer who values diversity, inclusion, and a sense of humour – because let’s face it, if you’re not having fun while solving tough problems, what’s the point?

What You’ll Do

Advertising & Campaign Copy

• Write copy for digital and integrated campaigns across social, display, DOOH, and other paid media.
• Support the development of headlines, body copy, taglines, slogans, and calls to action.
• Write short-form scripts or narrative outlines for video, motion, or audio content.
• Adapt core messaging across formats and channels while maintaining tone and intent.
• Support ideation and copy development for social-first content, including captions, hooks, and campaign adaptations for feed-based environments.

Content & Brand Writing

• Write website, landing page, and marketing content that is clear, on-brand, and audience-focused.
• Assist with brand storytelling and tone-of-voice development.
• Adapt existing content for reuse across formats (for example, long-form to short-form, campaign to social).
• Contribute to content concepts for social platforms in collaboration with designers and creative leads.

Technical & Informational Writing

• Translate complex ideas, products, or services into clear, accessible copy.
• Write feature descriptions, product messaging, help text, and instructional content.
• Proofread copy for accuracy, grammar, tone, and brand alignment.

Collaboration & Creative Support

• Work with designers, art directors, strategists, and production teams throughout the creative process.
• Contribute copy ideas during brainstorms and concept development.
• Present copy ideas and rationale to internal teams and, when needed, clients.
• Revise and refine copy based on feedback from creative leads and clients.

Strategy & Alignment

• Work with strategy teams to ensure copy reflects audience insights and campaign objectives.
• Understand channel-specific requirements and optimize messaging accordingly.

What You’ll Bring

Experience & Writing Samples

• 1–3+ years of copywriting experience in an agency, studio, or similar environment.
• A portfolio or writing samples that show a range of work, including campaign copy, content writing, and technical or informational writing.
• Experience writing for digital channels such as social media, campaigns, websites, or paid media, with an understanding of how copy performs in social environments.

Writing & Creative Skills

• Strong writing fundamentals, including grammar, clarity, tone, and structure.
• Ability to adapt voice and messaging across brands, audiences, and platforms.
• Comfortable writing both creative and more technical or explanatory copy.

Communication & Collaboration

• Comfortable presenting and discussing writing decisions.
• Open to feedback and able to iterate quickly.
• Organized, with strong time management and the ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Collaborative and curious, with a desire to keep learning.

Nice to Have

• Experience contributing to social content ideation or brand content creation in a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with analytics or performance-based copy.
• Experience working with content calendars or social platforms.
• Prior agency experience with briefs, revisions, and approval workflows.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

We’re committed to making work feel rewarding, flexible, and fun!

• Salary range: $55,000–$70,000 CAD, depending on experience.
• 15 days of vacation annually. 
  
• Hybrid work model (2-3 in-office days/week).
• Extra paid stat holidays.
• Bike-to-work incentive program.
• Supportive studio culture with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
  

How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you, then we can’t wait to see your resumé and short note about why you'd be a great fit. We value ideas, clean design, and a collaborative spirit and we’re excited to meet someone who feels the same.

We’re ambitious. We defy the current. We challenge our clients, each other, and anyone who says that a challenge isn’t fun. We value diverse and broad talents, ideas, and approaches.

We embrace diversity, inclusion, and equity. We value differences and uniqueness. We respect and encourage everyone to share their experiences, thoughts, and views – everyone has a voice at the turn lab.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Visit www.theturnlab.com to learn more about us!