Senior Copywriter
At Bonfire Red, designers and writers work side by side—no barriers, no silos, just collaboration. If you've been in places where creative disciplines compete instead of collaborate, you're going to love it here.
We’re building a different kind of vibe. One built on trust, curiosity, and collaboration. We rely on each other deeply because we know good synergy breeds great work. From writer to designer to developer and beyond, we’re all here to make beautiful, thoughtful brands.
And this seat? It’s for the ones who write it, pitch it, and tweak it until it catches fire.
As a Senior Copywriter, you’ll craft stories that make brands feel alive—strategic, fearless, and unmistakably human. You’ll lead the charge on messaging platforms, tone of voice, and creative concepts that shape how brands show up in the world.
What You'll Do
- Concept, write, and edit copy across branding, web, print, video, and campaigns
- Translate strategy into voice and tone that feel authentic and ownable
- Develop content frameworks, messaging platforms, and brand pillar narratives
- Shape brand strategies that define new brands, elevate existing brands, and drive connection with their intended audience
- Partner with designers to ensure visuals and words work simpatico
- Support internal marketing, case studies, and proposals
- Mentor junior writers and elevate the storytelling standard across the studio
- Review, edit, and proof content to ensure accuracy, clarity, quality, and adherence to style guidelines
- Collaborate with internal teams to establish and manage Bonfire Red self-promotion and overall communication strategy
- Present and pitch content ideas for proposals alongside Bonfire Red leadership
HIGHLY MOTIVATED, CREATIVE, STRATEGIC
COPYWRITER
WHAT YOU BRING
- 7+ years of proven experience crafting copy across digital, print, and multimedia channels
- Exceptional command of grammar, spelling, and style, with the ability to adapt tone and voice to different brands and audiences
- Strong conceptual thinking skills to develop campaign ideas and overarching narratives
- Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, concise, and engaging copy
- Experience collaborating closely with designers, strategists, and marketing teams to ensure alignment of copy and visuals
- Ability to juggle multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure
- Keen understanding of SEO principles and how to optimize copy for digital performance
IF YOU’RE READING THIS THINKING “YEP, THAT’S ME,” YOU PROBABLY…
- Believe that great storytelling starts with listening
- Get fired up by a blank page, not intimidated by it
- Care about the craft—word choice, pacing, punctuation, all of it
- Know when to push creative boundaries and when to kill your darlings
- Prefer small teams that make big things, not big agencies that move slow
- See feedback as fuel, not friction
Perks + Benefits
- Hybrid schedule: WFH Mondays and Fridays, in-studio Tuesday–Thursday.
- A casual, dog-friendly downtown studio with your parking paid for by Bonfire Red.
- PTO + holidays plus a full studio shutdown at the end of the year.
- Health insurance (we cover 99% of your premium), plus Dental, Vision, and Life insurance (we cover 100%).
- Short- and Long-Term Disability (also 100% covered by us).
- 401k with company match—because in the future you will appreciate it.
- 4-week sabbatical after your 6th year to do literally anything you want.
- Training + conference opportunities so you’re always fueling up.
- Summer hours on Fridays (as long as it’s warm out and the brews are cold).
- Full fridge of impromptu Happy Hour beverages.
- Catered Wednesday lunches from Bentos Catering.
- Ridiculously good coffee
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