Marketing Copywriter
The Gig
The Tock Marketing team is looking for a freelance Copywriter to assist with writing, editorial, and proofreading tasks. Our Marketing team is passionate about uplifting the restaurant industry and supporting every business on our platform. We are a growing team that prides itself on creativity, teamwork, and constant evolution.
This is an opportunity for you to work directly with Tock's Senior Copywriter and Marketing team at large, drafting copy predominantly for B2B marketing materials including short-form email and social media. You may be asked to write B2C content as well.
You will report directly to the Director of Marketing and will be a hybrid in-office position in Chicago. You will be a full-time contractor starting ASAP through the Fall of 2023.
You'll Get To…
- Draft copy for Tock's email program, including city specific restaurant guides that go to consumers weekly.
- Help write copy for several B2B marketing materials.
- Write social media posts to help promote specific restaurant experiences.
Who We're Looking For
- 3+ years copywriting experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Creative Writing, or a related discipline.
- Experience writing short-form copy; however, may also be asked to write long form content, such as case studies, as well.
- Experience using ChatGPT or similar AI tools.
- Team player mentality.
- Creative individuals who are willing to put ideas on the table
- A background in hospitality is a bonus, but not necessary.
Benefits & Perks
- A choice between medical plans with 100% covered premiums
- Flexible paid time off
- 401k with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility and adoption benefits
- Education reimbursement
- Pretax commuter benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Charitable donation match
- 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Tock's Growth
- Awarded Fast Company's "Most Innovative Companies" in 2021
- Awarded Built In's "Best Places to Work" in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023
- Awarded America's Hottest Brands of 2020 by AdAge
- Won Chicago Tribune's "Game Changer" Award for industry innovation
- Reached a global customer base of 30 countries operating in 200+ cities
- Processed over $1 billion in prepaid reservations
- Named one of 2019's 50 Startups to Watch
- Featured in: New York Times, Bloomberg, GQ, Vice, Wired, Food & Wine, Eater, Skift Table, Chicago Tribune, Crain's Chicago Business, New York Post, and more
Cash Compensation Range: $45 - $55 USD per hour
The hourly rate for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.
In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), all Tock employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.
About Tock
Tock is the all-in-one system for reservations, takeout, delivery, and events. We are changing the way restaurants, wineries, and culinary event organizers run their business and how guests explore, discover, and book at these places all around the globe.
About Squarespace
Squarespace is a leading all-in-one website building and ecommerce platform that enables millions to build a brand and transact with their customers in an impactful and beautiful online presence. Our products allow anyone at any stage of their journey to manage their projects and businesses through websites, domains, ecommerce, marketing tools, and scheduling, along with tools for managing a social media presence with Unfold and hospitality business management through Tock. Squarespace democratizes access to outstanding design, helping our customers in approximately 200 countries and territories maintain consistent branding across all digital touchpoints to stand out online. Our team of more than 1,400 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal (coming soon!) and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information, visit www.squarespace.com.
Our Commitment
Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Tock, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.