Guidewire is seeking an experienced Copywriter/Editor to produce and edit stellar copy that amplifies the Guidewire voice in the market. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Corporate Marketing, this role will collaborate with designers, writers, marketers, and big thinkers across the business to drive content engagement and elicit action across internal and external channels.
The ideal candidate is a self-proclaimed “word nerd” who is excited by the opportunity to create moments with words. The Copywriter/Editor role demands a deep desire to learn and grow as a subject matter expert in order to develop copy that’s meaningful to Guidewire audiences. Your work will be critical in shaping Guidewire’s brand messages and voice.
Skills
- Stellar interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication, and active listening
- Expert writing and editing skills
- Ability to adjust tone and style based on what’s being written which audience it’s targeting
- Quick learner with the ability to write with authority on a wide range of topics
- Ability to structure disparate information into a cohesive story
- Strong planning and presentation skills
- Superior organization skills and attention to detail
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Ability to deliver highest quality written work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Serve as primary resource for copywriting and editing requests across multiple channels, including website, blogs, editorial articles, social media, collateral, scripts, speeches, presentations, and more
- Proactively track and incorporate pop culture references, and technology advancements to elevate corporate copy
- Be a fierce advocate for the corporate brand, continually seeking innovative ways to amplify Guidewire’s voice across existing and emerging channels
- Develop and foster collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to deliver stellar copy for a variety of initiatives
- Work with agency partners to develop copy for internal and external use
- Edit content to ensure brand consistency and written excellence
- Support communications planning for priority marketing programs/initiatives
- Serve as a thought partner for multi-channel launch campaigns and events
- Work closely with content owners, product managers, and other experts to develop and maintain knowledge of Guidewire technology, customer needs, and P&C industry trends to inform content
- Interview subject matter experts and conduct research to inform content
- Ensure that Guidewire copy is concise, accurate, and compelling, and that it aligns with the Guidewire brand voice and corporate messaging
- Special projects as assigned by Corporate Marketing and executive leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's or University degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
- 3+ years of copywriting/editing experience preferably for a B2B company in the technology or insurance industry
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with project management systems such as SmartSheet, Wrike, Monday.com, Asana, or Trello
What We Do
Guidewire is the platform P&C insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 400 insurers, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.
As a partner to our customers, we continually evolve to enable their success. We are proud of our unparalleled implementation track record, with 1,000+ successful projects, supported by the largest R&D team and partner ecosystem in the industry. Our marketplace provides hundreds of applications that accelerate integration, localization, and innovation.
Why Work With Us
We're focused on each and every employees' personal and professional development, and offer internal mobility and growth opportunities that make Guidewire unique. Other perks like generous PTO, flex working, and our "Work From Almost Anywhere" program support our employees' work-life balance and happiness!
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