We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

Edelman is seeking a Temporary Creative Director, Copy to lead the development of culturally relevant, idea-driven campaigns that earn attention and drive impact. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping the voice of our work, elevating creative output, and guiding teams to deliver breakthrough ideas that influence culture.

Our work goes beyond traditional boundaries, blending PR, advertising, and social into earned-first ideas designed to spark conversation. The Temporary Creative Director, Copy will help define and drive that standard.

About the Role
As a hands-on creative leader, you will oversee the development of concepts and narratives across integrated campaigns. You will partner closely with Creative Directors, Art and cross-functional teams to ensure ideas are strategically grounded, culturally resonant, and executed with excellence across channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual development of integrated, earned-first campaigns across clients and new business
• Set and uphold a high standard for storytelling, voice, and messaging across all creative output
• Guide teams from ideation through execution, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact
• Mentor and manage copywriters and multidisciplinary creative teams
• Collaborate with art direction, strategy, account, and production to deliver cohesive campaigns
• Drive innovation in storytelling formats across social, digital, video, experiential, and emerging platforms
• Lead client presentations and serve as a senior creative voice in client engagements
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
• Contribute to agency growth through new business pitches and thought leadership

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in copywriting or related creative fields
• Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Communications, English, or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating breakthrough ideas and integrated campaign thinking
• Proven experience leading and mentoring creative teams
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and conceptual thinking skills
• Experience across social, digital, video, and experiential content
• Strong client leadership and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience contributing to new business and agency growth initiatives

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.