Senior Creative, Writer

About the position

As the Senior Creative, Writer, you will work directly with the Creative Lead, playing a key role in bringing the soul of AoPS to life through creative work that's as captivating as our curriculum. Working across all channels with a focus on organic, you'll communicate with the clarity and ingenuity that defines AoPS — clever, direct, and authentically problem-solving in approach.

Responsibilities
• Translate strategic briefs into breakthrough creative concepts and compelling messaging frameworks for major campaigns that reveal the joy of real mathematical challenge
• Craft copy that captures the AoPS voice across all channels (social, web, video scripts, campus materials, and event experiences)
• Partner with external agencies to extend creative bandwidth while maintaining brand integrity and creative standards
• Drive 90% of creative work independently while providing strategic creative support to other departments as needed
• Ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints while pushing creative boundaries that make AoPS stand out as a challenger brand
• Bring fresh perspectives that elevate AoPS creative beyond typical education marketing — matching the quality bar already found in our curriculum

Requirements
• Passion for the AoPS mission
• 5–7 years of copywriting and campaign experience with a portfolio that proves you can write anything beautifully
• Mastery of social content creation — you understand what makes people engage, share, and take action
• Experience developing integrated creative campaigns from concept through execution
• Background working with/for external creative agencies and managing creative partnerships
• A portfolio that shows the ability to make complex or technical subjects engaging and accessible
• A collaborative working style with the ability to influence creative direction without direct authority
• Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.

Benefits
• Flexibility: Casual work environment with a hybrid work week and flexible scheduling
• Benefits: Multiple options for Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company match
• Quality of Life: PTO Plan and supportive leadership that gives you the work-life balance you deserve
• Ease of Transition: Relocation bonus (if currently located outside of San Diego)
• Background Check: Please note that employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.