Manager, Creative Direction* (Copy)

Company: T-Mobile
Location: Bellevue
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

*** This position can be located in Bellevue, WA; Frisco, TX; Overland Park, KS; Atlanta, GA; or Reston, VAWe're continuing to redefine the future of wireless and looking for an experienced creative visionary to help us do it.As the Un-carrier, we changed wireless forever. We abolished barriers, cut the BS and eliminated mind-bending costs and complexities. We sparked a wireless revolution. We led by example and forced an entire industry to follow. But this was just the start.At our core - we love our customers. We put people first, treat them right and change the rules in their favor. We're a company with a beating heart that sees people over numbers, that celebrates differences - knowing we're better together than apart, and a company inspired to change the world for the better.Our future is in redefining wireless. Not what is, but what will be. In bringing choice, value and simplicity to customers in entirely new ways. In reimaging a connected world for all - without limits. And while other companies focus on who much they can charge... we dream of what customers can do. Frictionless, end-to-end experiences. On their terms. Technology in the service of people. Not the other way around.It's this unstoppable mindset and our mission of becoming the best in the world at connecting customers to their world. That inspires us every day.And we believe the power of real-time content is exponential and growing. Creative is judged at the speed of a thumb flick, and with less than 6 seconds to tell a story, the work better be interstellar. Good creative and good execution tell stories cross-platform, through sequential narratives, experiences, and offers, but it's all connected. It brings the brand to life in ways that engage and drive an authentic conversation. It's purposeful, impactful and always elevates the brand.At least 18 years of ageLegally authorized to work in the United StatesHigh School Diploma or GEDT-Mobile requires all employees in this position to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to starting work. The CDC defines "fully vaccinated" as two weeks after the second dose for Pfizer and Moderna, and two weeks after the single dose of Johnson & Johnson. T-Mobile will require proof of vaccination and consider requests for exemption from this requirement during the offer phase as a reasonable accommodation for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs where the accommodation would not cause T-Mobile undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.6+ years of social, digital marketing, or merchandising copywriting experience in an agency or in-house environment, with formal copy training and a strong portfolio2+ years managing creatives.Excellent at prioritizing multiple assignments, especially as it pertains to feedback delivery.Strong attention to detail and timelines.Excellent presentation skills, confidence defending creative decisions.Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly while keeping calm under tight timelines.A strong creative point of view with a passion for pursuing innovative ideas.Recognized expertise developing strategic creative solutions.We are looking for an experienced Creative Lead & Manager with a background in copywriting in our T-Studios in-house creative organization who can take charge of a range of projects and deliver exceptional work. This role would involve collaborating with other Creative Leads, and mentoring copywriters to create memorable and impactful brand moments across all creative platforms. You and your team would continuously strive, evolve, and grow the brand's voice. By setting a high-quality bar in your own craft and for your team members, you would tell great stories that bring the brand to life in new ways that engage and drive an authentic conversation. Our copywriting is purposeful, impactful, and innovative.From content expressions and digital story-telling all the way to demand gen and offers, your job will be to help shape and steer creative coming out of our Marketing and advertising channels in support of marketing initiatives. We're looking for a creative leader who can do it all: concept, art/copy direction, content strategy, writing, collaboration (internally and externally), and most importantly, execution.You'll work directly with the T - Studios senior leadership, marketing leaders, and the creative, digital and production groups to build industry-leading communications. This role also requires an ability to work closely with high-level leaders within the company to translate their thinking and/or strategy into creative executions, presentations, and engaging content. Our vision is to scale this role fast, so your quickly evolving team will need your direction to help lay the framework for growth. We are looking for passionate creative leaders who are seasoned enough to know when to push back and when to take feedback.T-Mobile's success is due to our ability to craft a motivational story around people and our purpose. We create content that speaks with people "-- - - not at them. You should be able to design and steer work toward this mission. You relish the opportunity to be consistently creative. You work well under pressure, can deliver on steep timelines, and always keep an eye on the larger narrative.ResponsibilitiesProvide feedback on a variety of projects, ensuring that messaging aligns with project goals and T-Mobile's digital brand standards.Provide stellar communication, presentation, problem-solving, and hands-on copy skills.Mentor, coach, and support copywriters as they refine writing skills, polish presentation skills, practice creative thinking, and pursue career development goals.Empower copywriters to lead meetings with key business partners, defend creative decisions appropriately, and foster successful relationships with cross-functional teams through support and hands-on coaching.Represent copy team in cross-team meetings and present work to business partners, stakeholders, and creative leadership during creative reviews.Partner with creative team members and studio managers in overseeing the creative process throughout the entire project lifecycle.Manage the creation and evolution of T-Mobile copywriting resources and tools, such as style guides, onboarding manuals, and templates, in addition to brand guidelines.Work independently and proactively. You can take a brief or a conversation and turn it into an idea. You know when to get others involved, and how to work with peers inside and outside Creative team.Communicate standard methodologies for copy and creative justification that ties back to the brief.Reinforce T-Mobile copy style standards and train copy team to follow process, including file naming, folder maintenance, and copy deck creation.Equal Employment OpportunityWe take equal opportunity seriously"-- - -by choice.T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.

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