Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay®. The company’s industry leading R&D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay® system and technology. Wave Relay® is capable of running data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.
Responsibilities
Persistent Systems is looking for a tech-savvy copywriter to join our growing Marketing team in New York City. We are looking for an enthusiastic creative thinker, with excellent research and writing skills. You will work closely with the Marketing Campaign Specialist to support Campaign content, and in close collaboration with the Sales Team to develop supporting Materials. The Technical Copywriter will perform thorough research into each vertical, solution, and audience required to achieve our branding and marketing goals. The Technical Copywriter will be a content creator for Persistent Systems Marketing team.
Position Responsibilities
Write clear, concise, and persuasive copy for ads, marketing materials, website, blog, etc. to reach and engage audiences in all vertical markets
Must thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a high-volume workload often requiring short turnaround times
Be able to write fresh, creative copy with technical details while maintaining a light, positive tone, connects to the audience, and drives action
Keeps up to date with communication trends, commercial trends, and industry trends
Maintains consistency in messaging for established brand voice
Proofread, edit, and revise copy based on internal, partner, or customer feedback
Research and understand the needs of target audiences, through online research, reviewing existing materials, interviews with subject matter experts, and 1-to-1 meetings
Collaborate with Marketing team and creative staff from concept development to delivery of final product
Comfortable with delivering internal company presentations as needed
Types of Deliverables include, but not limited to:
Case Studies
Industry Insights
White Papers
Guides and Downloadable Assets
Email Marketing Content
Sales Support Material
Website Copy
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (business, marketing, communications, journalism, English, or related area)
Versatile writing voice and styles, incorporating characteristics that reach different industries and target audiences
Experience with formal document development and review and control processes
3+ years of B2B enterprise technical copywriting experience desired, preferably in software or other technical area
Possess a strong SEO copywriting background
Creativity and willingness to share wild and enthusiastic ideas
Excellent written and oral communication skills (technical writing exp. a plus)
Strong ability to work cross-functionally and cross-regionally, at all levels
Enthusiastic about technology and startup environment
An analytical mind capable of learning quickly and adaptive to change
Experience working with external agencies and developing creative ideas
An ability to work to organizational deadlines and KPI’s
Ability to assimilate technical knowledge and transpose at a high level
Must be a team player, solution-finder, and have a positive, can-do attitude
Applicant must have the ability to obtain a United States Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of B2B enterprise technical copywriting experience, preferably in software or other technical area
Master’s degree (business, marketing, communications, or related area)