Copywriter

Description

Position Summary

Ruoff Mortgage is seeking a copywriter who will play an integral role in creating mortgage content that educates and converts customer engagement. This individual must be able to convey real estate and mortgage information that is compelling, easy to understand, and consistently promotes our brand voice.
 

Essential Responsibilities

• Consistently read mortgage updates and research current information, then distill the topics into easy-to-read content that loan officers can quickly share.
• Create content for email campaigns, websites, educational collateral, social media, newsletters, video scripts, and press releases. Creativity is required, but we also seek high-level technical writing skills. This combination of creative/analytical skills will serve to entice our audience to learn about the subject matter, as well as educate them on critical aspects of the mortgage process.
• Understand SEO and the importance of crafting content for Google search rankings. 
• Work closely with our graphic designers, digital strategists, communications, and sales team.
• Proofreading and copy editing will be an integral part of this role. 

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to utilize AI effectively for content generation
• Experience writing for digital and traditional mediums
• Knowledge of copywriting best practices
• Knowledge of social media best practices
• A strong understanding of the mortgage industry and process
• Ability to learn complex topics and clearly articulate them in a creative and concise manner

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Experience and Training 

• Professional writer with 5 years of experience; preference toward experience in the real estate or mortgage industry.
• A Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Marketing, or Communications is preferred. Years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Exceptional writing skills that are demonstrated through examples in your portfolio. Please provide a PDF or a link to an online portfolio.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

• Mostly sedentary at a desk
• A majority of the work will require being in front of a computer

Work Environment:

• In-office setting. This is not a remote or hybrid position.
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Open workspace

Why is Ruoff Mortgage the right career choice?

At Ruoff Mortgage, we truly believe that where you work and loving your job matters, so you will receive all the vital resources necessary for your career to take off! Our team is focused on helping our clients achieve their home borrowing goals while providing our employees with a rewarding, professional experience, and a friendly team-oriented work environment.

We offer a comprehensive Ruoff Total Rewards benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our employees. 

• Health & Wellness: Enjoy comprehensive health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, to keep you and your family healthy.
• Retirement Savings: Take advantage of a 401(k) plan with company match to help you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: We support your growth with training, education, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential counseling and support services for personal or professional challenges.

We’re committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally.

Ruoff Mortgage reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any manner the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “At Will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. While we thank all candidates for your interest in our company, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Ruoff Mortgage is an equal opportunity employer.