Junior Copywriter - Beacon Street Services

Stansberry Research in seeking a Junior Copywriter to join our dynamic and creative team in Baltimore, MD. The primary goal for the Junior Copywriter is to write short form copy that drives new emails to our in-house file. This position will help build out and optimize sales funnels that convert these free names into paid subscribers and will be a key driver in helping establish our new lead-gen strategy as it grows and evolves. The Junior Copywriter will work closely with/be mentored by a senior copywriter with many years of industry experience. The ideal candidate for this role MUST be insatiably curious, highly competitive, well-read, entrepreneurial, honest, and organized. The most successful writers tend to be the hardest-working employees at the firm, because they recognize that they’re the creative lifeblood of our business. There is huge opportunity for advancement for the best, most successful hires.  

• Generate all assets required to drive qualified new emails to our file using a combination of ads, emails, advertorials, video scripts, tweaking long-form copy, and more as needed
• Work closely with one of our most experienced senior copywriters but be independent in most day-to-day writing
• Strive to remain informed and up to date on the industry through all methods - including but not limited to books, news articles, and competitor’s copy – as part of your never-ending pursuit of our next big idea
• Participate in regular team meetings (virtual + in-person), especially as we launch this new initiative - this will be where we discuss new ideas/strategies, as well as analyze data on current campaigns to improve
• Participate in regular copy review meetings, to discuss what’s working, brainstorm new ideas, and critique other writers’ copy

• 1-3 years of past copywriting experience is preferred, but not necessary
• Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts is preferred, but not necessary
• Must have an entrepreneurial spirit, with the ability to work under little supervision and tight deadlines.
• Must be extremely focused
• Must be able to generate outside-the-box ideas and new strategies we can test
• Must have strong attention to detail and grammar skills
• Must be able to multitask, handling multiple projects at one time
• Must have a strong interest in the news, politics, finance, and global affairs
• Must possess a strong interest and passion for investing copy
• Must be comfortable selling, and capable of closing deals
• Should be able to travel somewhat frequently, depending on business needs
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
• Visual acuity for reading and using the computer
• Ability to hear
• Ability to freely move about the office
• Ability to use the phone/computer/keyboard/mouse/general office equipment for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate with others in order to exchange information
• Fluency in the English language

About Stansberry Research:

At Stansberry Research, we thrive on new ideas and the entrepreneurial spirit. Naturally, we always look for new people, explorers, and innovators. If you are interested in a career where your ideas won't only be heard but rather celebrated, we'd like to hear from you.

Founded in 1999 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, Stansberry Research is the largest independent source of financial insight in the world. It delivers unbiased investment advice to self-directed investors seeking an edge in a wide variety of sectors and market conditions.

Stansberry Research has nearly two dozen analysts and researchers – including former hedge-fund managers and buy-side financial experts. They produce a steady stream of timely research on value investing, income generation, natural resources, biotech, financials, short-selling, macroeconomic analysis, options trading and more.

The company's uncompromised insight has made it one of the most respected and sought-after research organizations in the financial sector. Stansberry Research has nearly 1 million readers and more than 250,000 paid subscribers in well over 100 countries.

Our commitment:

As an employer committed to equal opportunity and a diverse workforce, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.