Senior Copy Editor, Williams Sonoma Job at Williams-Sonoma in San...
Williams-Sonoma - San Francisco, CA, United States, 94109
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Overview
Position Summary
This position is responsible for managing the writing and editing of copy for the Williams Sonoma website, plus other Williams Sonoma special projects as needed.
This role requires being onsite in the Van Ness (SF) office Monday through Thursday.
Specific Responsibilities
- Oversee development of product copy for the Williams Sonoma website.
- Edit all Williams Sonoma copy through each step of the production schedule, from internal editing through confirming and final proofs, incorporating revisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet all product deadlines while ensuring that copy is accurate - cutting, expanding, and rewriting copy as needed.
- Work with merchants using Williams Sonoma's proprietary database tool.
- Partner with merchant teams to plan daily and weekly editing needs.
- Collaborate with editorial team on special projects, as needed.
- Support editorial team with assistance at monthly copy meetings.
- Maintain the highest editorial standards for all copy.
Qualifications
- 4-year Bachelor's degree.
- Strong editorial skills and minimum 7 years editorial experience.
- Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and AP style.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work proactively to meet tight production deadlines.
- Must be self-starter comfortable in extremely fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional database and list management, including the ability to quickly and efficiently manage, check and track hundreds of SKUs throughout each season.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Macintosh operating system, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
- A generous discount on all WSI brands
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
Continued Learning
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
The expected starting pay range for this position is $93,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.
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About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.