POSITION : Creative Content Writer (full-time)

Do you want to create meaningful work that you know will help shape the future of a great company and have a passion for the outdoors? If so, you may be a perfect addition to the team at Rather Outdoors.

We are looking for a storyteller that can produce top-tier content that can be turned into a compelling and relevant story that will connect with the target audience. We require that person that is self-motivated, willing to take on challenges head-on and is able to adapt as needed to find solutions on the spot to ensure a project is executed at the highest level.

The Creative Content Writer will be responsible for creating compelling content to be utilize across multiple platforms and mediums, ensuring a consistent voice and messaging for our entire family of brands.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce well-researched content for publication online and in print
• Organize writing schedules to complete drafts of content or finished projects within deadlines
• Utilize industry best practices and familiarity with the organization's mission to inspire ideas and content
• Communicate and cooperate with team, including a digital/social content manager, Art Director and PR Director
• Follow an editorial calendar, collaborating with other members of the content production team to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Develop related content for multiple platforms, such as websites, email marketing, press releases, print collateral, product descriptions, videos, and blogs
• Monitor and analyze the performance of key performance indicators (KPIs) to offer suggestions for improvement

KNOWLEDGE/REQUIRED SKILLS

• Proven record of excellent writing demonstrated in a professional portfolio
• Impeccable grasp of the English language, including idioms and current trends in slang and expressions
• Good time management skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and adapting as necessary
• Ability to work on multiple projects with different objectives simultaneously
• Ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to communicate with clients, colleagues, and management
• Proficiency with computers, especially writing programs, such as Google Docs and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and InDesign
• Strict adherence to the brand style guides
• Familiarity with company's brand image, products, and services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BSc in Marketing, English, Journalism or related field and 3 to 5 years experience.

• Must provide online portfolio and/or access to digital samples of finished prior work for consideration

You’ll be rewarded with highly competitive pay, comprehensive medical benefits, paid holidays, vacation (PTO) & available 401k

This position will be located in Columbia, SC.

If this sounds like a position you’d enjoy and excel in, please submit your resume, portfolio, and cover letter to jmkckee@lews.com