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Publicis Groupe Copywriter in Chicago, Illinois
Company description
A global creative constellation built for what’s next—uniting the human vision of the Leo Burnett network with the innovation of Publicis Worldwide.
Leo is HI × AI: Human Insight, Human Ideas, Human Impact—supercharged by the data and technology to move faster, go further, and deliver everywhere.
Leo brings together 15,000+ people across 90 countries, combining global scale with creative firepower to drive outsized impact for brands.
Overview
Copywriters create bold, relevant, and culturally resonant ideas through language. You are a maker first—someone who believes strong ideas deserve sharp thinking and beautifully crafted words. As a Copywriter, you bring passion, precision, and fresh thinking to every assignment, building your strategic muscles while mastering your craft.
You understand how to translate briefs into compelling language, how to elevate brand voice and storytelling, and how to push the work forward with clarity and creativity. You show up as a reliable creative partner, a thoughtful collaborator, and an energetic contributor to the culture and the work.
Creative & Craft
Write copy across formats and channels, including headlines, taglines, manifestos, scripts, social content, and long‑form storytelling
Translate business objectives and strategic briefs into compelling verbal ideas
Elevate brand voice, tone, and storytelling behind every concept
Contribute strong verbal thinking to brainstorms, reviews, and creative development
Stay current on cultural, social, and industry trends—and apply them with purpose
Master and apply the agency’s HI × AI philosophy to enhance creative output
Maintain high standards of craft, clarity, and polish—even when timelines are tight
Client & Brand
Build deep knowledge of the client’s business, category, audience, and brand voice
Participate in client meetings to present, articulate, and sell ideas
Adapt concepts to meet client needs while protecting creative integrity
Build trust with clients through professionalism, preparation, and proactive thinking
Collaboration & Culture
Be a reliable partner to your Art Director and a trusted contributor across teams
Collaborate seamlessly with designers, strategists, motion partners, and producers
Show up to brainstorms, critiques, and reviews with ideas—and opinions
Support a positive, inclusive team culture that values curiosity, collaboration, and diverse perspectives
Growth & Development
Own your projects and actively seek feedback to sharpen your craft and strategic thinking
Balance multiple assignments with focus, accountability, and care
Hone presentation skills and begin mastering the art of storytelling when selling work
Share enthusiasm, optimism, and energy that elevates the team and the work
Stay curious and continue growing beyond your comfort zone
What Success Looks Like for a Copywriter
Trusted by internal teams and clients for creative execution and collaboration
Consistently contributes bold, relevant, and well‑crafted verbal ideas
Demonstrates clear growth in strategic thinking and craft mastery
Actively mentors junior talent and engages in agency culture
Shows initiative, optimism, and a commitment to making the work better
Qualifications
What You Bring
2–4 years of experience in copywriting, advertising, or a related creative field
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but evaluated based on portfolio and potential
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills; motion/video scripting is a plus
Ability to clearly communicate the rationale behind ideas and concepts
Passion for language, ideas, brands, and culture
Comfort collaborating across channels, formats, and disciplines
Additional information
Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
Compensation Range:$66,120 - $91,350/yr. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 04/30/2026.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.