Senior Copywriter (5 month FTC)

This is a fixed-term contract initially until 15th January 2027 with the potential for extension.

Please submit your application in English.

Must be fluent C1/C2 or native in the German language.

DEPT is a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing our 4000 specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media Experience Commerce CRM and Technology & Data. Were 5050 tech and marketing partner-led and first to move. Clients include Google Lufthansa Meta eBay and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.

JOB PURPOSE

As a Senior Copywriter youll join our global Copy Team of nearly 60 creatives across the world. Youll craft content for digital channels and brand campaigns delivering on-brand messaging that drives clicks engagement and brand looking for inspiring team players who are eager to share their expertise. You should be just as comfortable producing efficient high-quality day-to-day work as you are developing standout ideas for award-winning campaigns and new business pitches. This role requires a genuine passion for editing and giving critical feedback. You will be expected to uphold our clients creative standards while continuing to push new ideas and embody DEPTs entrepreneurial spirit.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Develop creative concepts and outstanding copy for digital campaigns for a leading international brand.
• Write content for a wide range of channels including banner ads newsletters websites social media campaigns and localized adaptations across text design and video formats.
• Apply strong conceptual thinking and creative writing skills to craft engaging and effective messaging.
• Proofread all German-language content to ensure flawless spelling grammar and alignment with brand guidelines.
• Present your ideas convincingly to colleagues and clients showcasing the strategic and creative thinking behind your work.
• Adapt global campaigns for the German market in a way that feels authentic and culturally relevant.
• Conduct competitive and trend research to inspire fresh creative directions.
• Lead and participate in creative brainstorms and other key meetings.
• Demonstrate leadership professionalism and collaboration in all interactions.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Relevant experience as a copywriter ideally within an agency or brand environment.
• Strong expertise in multi-channel digital copywriting and brand development is a major advantage.
• Proven experience in translation transcreation and proofreading.
• Ability to write compelling sales-driven marketing copy in German is essential.
• Confidence in working closely with designers strategists account managers and clients.
• Ability to manage large-scale marketing campaigns with multiple deliverables at a fast pace.
• Understanding of the importance of consistency across touchpoints in the user journey.
• Experience using AI tools to support campaign and copy creation is a must.
• Highly collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork.
• Native-level or C1 German and excellent English skills both written and spoken.

WE OFFER

Specific benefits differ based on location for more information please reach out directly. If your application is successful during your call with recruitment full benefit details will be shared.

• Mental health support
• A flexible hybrid working policy
• Possibilities to do what you do best and to develop your skills further with training development and certifications
• Buddy Program: You will be paired with a Buddy to help you through your first weeks at DEPT
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified B Corp since 2021 and named Agency of the Year at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small local or global at DEPT youll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training development and certifications.

WHY DEPT

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing we create what is next by pioneering ideas acting fast and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious move with intent and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together relentlessly curious and get sh*t done. It is how we work how we grow and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT you will find the freedom to explore the space to collaborate and the trust to make a real impact for our clients for each other and for the world we are helping to build.

AI Disclosure: At DEPT we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional just let us know if youd prefer it not be used.

DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION

At DEPT we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit develop nurture and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications Apply and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity equity and inclusion Check out our effortshere.