THE ST. JAMES Copywriter Salary in the United States

The St. James is seeking a Copywriter at its flagship location in Springfield, Virginia.

The St. James is the premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination brand in the country, with a mission to maximize human potential by designing, developing and operating sports, wellness and entertainment destinations that engage, inspire and empower people to pursue their passions and be their best at play, at work and in life.  Our flagship development in Springfield, Virginia features a premium health club, celebrity chef-inspired restaurant, premium medi-spa, 20,000 sq. ft. active entertainment center, as well as an indoor field house with FIFA-sized field, two NHL-regulation sized ice rinks, 52-meter Olympic competition pool and much, much more.  The St. James allows the whole family to pursue their passions in 30+ sports. 

The St. James Marketing Team is a group of creatively driven professionals in the industry formerly known as advertising. It’s a fully integrated team that starts with cracking the code of a our brand and then moving forward to execute with the highest degree of craftsmanship in whatever medium is available, from traditional media through social. The St. James, creative is the main driver in all that we do, we strive to make the best creative work in the world. In our Copywriter role, you are able to take on bigger assignments as part of the main team, versus a support team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand how to concept platform ideas/manifestos before getting into executions
• Can write in a range of voices/tones to work across different brands
• Consistently nails the "ask" with quality ideas
• Beginning to understand budgetary limits in regards to production
• Can sell-through ideas internally, and to the stakeholders
• Independently keeps ideas moving forward after each internal review
• Exercises clear and concise writing skills in all communication
• Works closely with directors, socials teams and project managers throughout projects, communicating regularly
• Identifies and calmly tackles creative problems
• Can work on multiple projects from concept to finish and prioritize tasks for each deadline
• Contributes to new business growth in the forms of helping with press releases and sponsorships
• Can take on individual writing assignments
•  Support the safety of all members, guests and employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or Portfolio School Certificate preferred
• 2+ years advertising writing background required
• Has a range of experience from social media to video concepts
• Demonstrates the ability to write in multiple brand voices
• Ability to craft scripts (broadcast tv and radio) a must
• Displays professional, articulate, mature presence in all aspects of relationship building
• Team player with a positive attitude that collaborates well with all departments
•  Knowledgeable of safety training, procedures and best practices used throughout the sports and wellness industry

For more information, please visit our website: www.thestjames.com

The St. James is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.