Balsam Brands is a global eCommerce retailer with roots in holiday and home décor. Our flagship brand is Balsam Hill™, the world’s leading retailer of artificial Christmas trees and holiday décor. We strive for excellence in everything we do and present a unique opportunity for those seeking to have an impact in a people-first company that values relationship-building, authenticity, and doing the right thing. We have steadily growing teams in Boise, the Bay Area, Ireland, and the Philippines.
The company's mission is to create joy together. We empower our team and partners to love what they do, provide products and experiences that inspire meaningful moments with family and friends, and give back to our communities. When you join Balsam Brands, you’ll find a culture of caring people doing challenging work while building a welcoming workplace.
At Balsam International, our Philippine Regional Operating Headquarters, we like to think of our people-first culture as more than just a tagline. It's the heart of our company. Being recognized as one of the Philippine’s Best Work Places by the prestigious Great Place To Work organization is a testament to this.
We know that you need to feel comfortable in your work environment, so we make sure that everyone in the team is supported and cared for. Team Manila has been working from home since 2010 with occasional in-person meet-ups and events to help build relationships and foster camaraderie.
Team Manila represents nearly every function in the company — from Marketing to Operations and everything in between. Everyone gets to enjoy company-issued laptops and full employee benefits including HMO coverage, mental health support, paid time off, 13th-month pay, and many more. The company trips, wellness benefits, and other perks are just the cherry on top of our permanent work-from-home setup.
At Balsam International, we strive to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team to fulfill our purpose to create joy together. Balsam International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
We’re looking for a talented Brand Copywriter who excels at crafting compelling, on-brand copy that captivates customers and captures the essence of our products. If you’re passionate about storytelling, have a strong grasp of brand voice, and thrive in a fast-paced eCommerce environment, join us and help create memorable experiences that bring joy to our customers!
What you'll be doing:
Copywriting
Collaborate with other team members to brainstorm, concept, and develop compelling copy for site, emails, product copy, print, and more
Utilize Tone & Voice documents for national brands and campaigns
Create, edit, and proof own copy
Partner with Marketing, eCommerce and Merchandising teams to meet brand and business goals
Manage multiple priorities/projects under tight deadlines, working independently and/or with Copy and/or Design team members
Clearly articulate copy recommendations and analyze briefs to gain clarity before execution
Manage feedback positively with a focus on finding a win, win solution
Be brand and customer-centric
Assist in other copy projects as needed, plus perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Task Management
Manages multiple priorities and tasks under tight deadlines, working independently and/or with Copy and/or Creative team members.
Ensures the timely completion of deliverables.
Looks for ways to improve processes and helps to define best practices to achieve project goals and optimization.
Serves as a point of contact for projects and escalates challenges promptly.
Organization Development
Attends weekly Creative meetings to discuss updates, ideation, and alignment.
Attends and participates in bi-weekly sub-function meetings to discuss updates, wins, and challenges.
Attends and participates in cross-functional alignment or review meetings, teamwides, and local topics.
Quickly gets up to speed on any project or technology.
Establishes and enhances strong business relationships with cross-functional partners.
Participates and attends continued learning programs to support knowledge building, enhance skills, and improve team efficiency and productivity.
Supports any other projects that may be assigned from time to time by other Company officers.
Ensures the harmonious relationship between self and the Company’s officers and co-employees in carrying out the job assigned.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
What you bring to the table:
Location: The Brand Copywriter position is a work-from-home position for Balsam International Unlimited Philippine ROHQ in Manila. Team members in the Philippines are located within Metro Manila, Bataan, Batangas, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Pampanga, Rizal, and Tarlac areas only.
Our must-haves:
Status: This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits.
Hardware Provision: Company-issued Laptop will be provided on the first day.
At Balsam International, we strive to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. For permanent, full-time team members, this includes:
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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