COPY DIRECTOR

Responsible for writing content for all Customer Communications products, as assigned, on time, with little guidance and few revisions. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• Write copy for all Customer Communications products, including SOLOs, themed mailers, portfolios, word-of-mouth and MyMagazine
• Schedule brainstorms and handle freelance network, including assigning articles and recipes for development
• Collaborate with designers to finalize visual concepts that support the strategic purpose of each piece
• Write copy for word-of-mouth, as needed
• Review all creative work in accordance with QA process, ensuring correct style, voice and adherence to guidelines, ensuring each piece meets objectives set by creative brief
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation 

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 7+ years’ experience in agency, publishing, public relations, marketing, journalism or related field
• Proficient in Word
• Proficiency in Adobe suite a plus (InDesign, InCopy, Illustrator)
• Editing experience and/or experience dealing with freelancers 

Desired

• Master's degree
• Digital/online writing experience
• Social media communications experience 

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.  As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family! 

What you’ll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!