Basis Technologies
Chicago, IL
Hybrid

CONTENT CREATOR

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We’re here to ensure the advertising industry and the people in it are healthy and engaging positively and effectively with those around them. We’re here, ultimately, to improve the lives of people working in the media industry. And we take our responsibility seriously.
 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a skilled writer but also someone who can get content (both internal and external) produced. The ideal candidate knows how to draw an audience and drive action, understands the nuances of writing content for a variety of formats and channels, and can quickly adapt to the Centro voice. We’re looking for a creator extraordinaire who is a seller and solutionist, a trend watcher, even better, a trendsetter, a pragmatist, a project manager, and a story teller. This individual will report to the VP, Growth Marketing.

We need a bright mind who brings fresh ideas to the table, a critical thinker who can distill industry information, news and trends into compelling themes and copy that positions Centro as a trusted expert. We’re looking for an individual with a strong sense of pride in their work who strives for the highest quality even when on a deadline. This role requires an ability to manage projects from start to finish, often tackling challenges and identifying opportunities along the way. Only positive attitudes need apply!

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Brainstorm, create and transform ideas into stories for all types of marketing materials including: blog postings, emails, landing pages, sales collateral, presentation decks, digital advertising, newsletters, videos, social media and event materials.
  • Collaborate closely with Event Marketing, Media Innovations and Technology, Product Marketing, Sales, and other internal subject matter experts to tell the brand story to our customer segments.
  • Continually innovate, identifying new and more enticing ways to tell and share the Centro story.
  • Research and write on a wide range of topics in the digital advertising industry. 
  • Ensure content is consistent and on-brand (style, tone of voice) and optimized for search, social and across all channels (i.e., mobile, video, email etc.).  The ability to create SEO driven copy is essential to success in content marketing and this position.
  • Steward the brand voice to ensure Centro’s personality is defined and differentiated.
  • Be the arbiter of best practices in grammar, writing, and style.
  • Manage an editorial calendar consistently meeting dates and deliverables on a daily/weekly basis.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of copywriting experience at an agency or in a marketing department
  • Bachelor's degree in English or Journalism or related equivalent experience
  • An understanding of SEO-driven content and the ability to create it
  • Ability to operate in a fast moving environment and present/sell in your work well
  • Experience creating content for digital, mobile, social, and video
  • Experience marketing to marketers/agencies
  • Team player with a positive attitude who enjoys collaborating with a high performing group
  • Strong collaborator with ability to work across various departments and teams to create results
  • Positive, open, and curious individual who thrives working in a team environment
  • Operates with low ego and shows a willingness to jump in and help where needed

 

  • You must have a portfolio of writing samples showing a range of work 

Centro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, gender, age, disability or any other basis protected under the law. 

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What are Basis Technologies Perks + Benefits

Basis Technologies Benefits Overview

While our people work to change an industry, we reward them with industry-leading perks. It’s about making sure our employees feel happy, healthy, and fulfilled when they come to work.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Centro offers each employee one day per calendar year to use for community work or volunteering opportunities. Local offices regularly organizes group volunteer activities for employees.
Partners with nonprofits
Centro partners with local non-profit organizations to support various causes and to organize group volunteer events for employees.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
4-day work week
Each Friday, through the end of 2023, Basis alternates between a half day or full day flex. So if deadlines are met and there are no urgent client needs, our employees are free to be offline.
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Quarterly engagement surveys
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Documented equal pay policy
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Diversity recruitment program
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Pay transparency
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Basis provides all employees with access to Maven, a full-service digital clinic for individuals and couples growing their families.
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Sabbatical
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

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