CONTENT SPECIALIST (HYBRID-CHICAGO, IL)
Salary: $60,000 - 70,000 (commensurate with experience)
A family of companies and experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
great people. great services. great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
Job Summary
The Compass Creative Studio, which focuses on creating engaging and attractive sales content for Compass Group’s sales teams, is looking for a Content Specialist who is passionate about crafting compelling copy – and telling a great story. Reporting to the VP of the creative team, this person will write and edit sales content, and work closely with the team to produce top-quality work.
This role requires a team player who can collaborate with art directors and designers to develop the best visual presentation for stories – and a self-starter who can work independently on multiple projects. This editor should be someone who thrives in a creative environment and who understands the importance of deadlines and details. Must be based in Chicago, IL.
Functions:
Create compelling copy for sales proposals to drive client interest.
Work closely with other team members, collaborating and brainstorming together on multiple projects.
Partner with sales teams to ensure copy and content is meeting their needs.
Gather and determine information needed to create custom content.
Collaborate with team’s designers to craft the best design corresponding to content.
Research and interview to write case studies.
Edit all copy for accuracy and grammar, according to AP style guidelines.
Experience & Skills Required:
2+ years as a writer and editor – sales proposal environment and RFP experience is a plus.
An excellent communicator with the ability to be a conversational and engaging writer but also able to cover technical details.
An excellent researcher with the ability to distill key information and then craft it into an enjoyable content experience.
A natural storyteller with the ability to emulate a strong voice and tone for multiple brands.
A confident leader who takes initiative and likes a creative challenge.
Able to meet short and long deadlines, and switch gears quickly when needed.
Highly organized and detail-oriented – able to multitask and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite.
Open and receptive to critiques and changes.
Knowledge of sports, entertainment industry and/or hospitality is a plus.
Apply to Compass Group today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1428797
Compass Corporate
KYLIE BANKS
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Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment:
Food Service, Hospitality
