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Senior CopywriterViking • Los Angeles, California, United States
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Senior Copywriter

Senior Copywriter

Viking • Los Angeles, California, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

TheSenior Copywriteris a key member of Viking’s Brand and Communications team. Based in the corporate office in Woodland Hills, CA, this role reports to the Copy Director and plays a critical part in shaping and maintaining Viking’s global brand voice.

This position is included in our hybrid work policy and is required to work in person from our Woodland Hills, CA office every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday.

As a steward of that voice, the Senior Copywriter is responsible for crafting compelling, accurate and brand-aligned copy across a wide range of channels, including but not limited to :

  • Editorial features and travel articles for onboard magazines
  • Seasonal web campaigns and themed microsites
  • Marketing brochures and print collateral
  • Direct mail letters and promotional pieces
  • Website copy, banners and digital advertising
  • Onboard guest materials including port talks and enrichment content
  • Video scripts and broadcast advertising
  • Creative ideas and copy for Viking.TV, the award-winning cultural enrichment channel

Key Responsibilities :

  • Write clear and engaging copy that reflects Viking’s values and global point of view
  • Independently manage multiple copy projects with varying timelines, complexity and business impact
  • Collaborate closely with project management, design studio, product and web teams to support strategic priorities and meet deadlines
  • Review, proofread and ensure all content is error-free, adhering to Viking’s brand style guide and tone of voice
  • Actively participate in project kick-off and follow-up meetings—ask proactive questions, seek clarity and confidently explain creative choices to align with partner feedback
  • Make edits based on feedback from fellow editors and leadership, approaching revisions with a positive collaborative attitude
  • Support content development workflows, including leveraging AI-driven tools and optimizing copy for AI-driven search
  • Serve as a liaison with international offices—including London, Sydney, Shanghai and Basel copy teams—to maintain editorial standards and consistency across markets
  • Participate in quality assurance phases and conduct audits to ensure correct implementation of final copy
  • Stay current on competitors, industry trends and technology developments, sharing insights with the team through presentations or discussions
  • Cover copy projects during team members’ absences and act as proxy for copy leadership in meetings and communications as needed
  • Required Qualifications :

  • A seasoned copywriter with experience in journalism, publishing or marketing, highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • An exceptional proofreader with strong grammar skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Digitally fluent and confident across print, digital and video formats, with a passion for travel, storytelling and cultural discovery
  • Collaborative, curious and comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced detail-oriented environment
  • A positive team-oriented professional who adapts flexibly to shifting business needs and embraces challenges with a can-do attitude
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field
  • Seven or more years of professional writing experience in journalism, marketing or communications
  • Superior spelling, grammar and proofreading skills
  • A strong portfolio showcasing brand, advertising and editorial writing across formats
  • Proven creative ability and understanding of marketing principles
  • Excellent time management and project coordination skills
  • Rigorous attention to detail and high editorial standards (familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style is a plus)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Teams
  • Experience using AI writing tools such as ChatGPT or Copilot
  • Knowledge of SEO and SEM best practices
  • Confident presenting work to peers and senior leadership
  • Experience in travel, hospitality or the arts and culture sector
  • Familiarity with writing for international English-speaking audiences
  • What We Offer You :

  • Highly competitive compensation plan.
  • Salary range $95,000-$110,000 annually determined by a myriad of factors including, but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant business considerations.
  • Employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonus.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Viking full-time regular employees working in the United States can purchase Viking shares through payroll deductions.
  • Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance at a highly subsidized rate (some plans are fully paid by Viking).
  • Accrue 15 paid vacation days, sick time accrual by state, and 6 paid holidays per year.
  • Opportunity to take a free and / or discounted cruise.
  • Highly subsidized gym membership.
  • Discounts on theatres, theme parks, movie tickets, travel discounts through IATA membership and too many more discounts to name.
  • Viking is a certified Great Place to Work company. This certification is a result of our commitment to excellence, integrity and our teams’ outstanding contributions.

    About Viking

    Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

    Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

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