Career History
LG Health & Household/Avon (New York, New York)
Digital Copywriting Manager (September 2022 - present)
- Lead branding, storytelling, promotional campaign, user experience, affiliate, content marketing and product copy development for Avon Digital
- Establish the Avon Digital brand voice and write all campaign site assets, homepage, landing pages, mobile, text and paid media
- Manage the Digital Copy department
- Set and uphold content guidelines and processes including Regulatory and Legal reviews
- Craft all retailer product copy, paid media and content marketing initiatives for global LG H&H brands including belif, The Face Shop and su:m 37
Bloomingdale's (New York, New York)
Copywriting Manager (January 2018 - August 2022)
- Led the website product description workflow for Bloomingdale’s while ensuring trend and selling features were communicated in a compelling, brand-right and unique way
- Managed a team of staff and freelance copywriters, safeguarding site consistency and accuracy while strategizing team coverage and budget
- Championed product page enhancements that promote best-in-class shopping experiences
- Instituted the product copy production process for the warehouse: writing product details from actual merchandise samples, designed the copy standards and merchandise measurement guidelines
Senior Copywriter (July 2015 - December 2017)
- Responsible for website product copy workflow and content across all categories
- Managed the proofreader: maintained and enforced the Bloomingdale's style guide
- Revamped the product copy standards based on customer data, marketing metrics, competitive studies and legal requirements
- Wrote product copy for Women's Outerwear and Swim
Saks Fifth Avenue (New York, New York)
Copywriting Manager (May 2013 - June 2015)
- Managed all aspects of merchandise copy production for the following Saks.com businesses: Jewelry, Shoes, Handbags, Men’s, Home and Soft Accessories. Oversees Saks.com's largest team of 5 Copywriters.
- Partnered with the Copy Director to establish the Saks OFF5TH.COM editorial voice; writes all navigation pages, email, affiliate marketing content and subject lines.
- Key contributor to the increased open and conversion rates of Saks OFF5TH.COM email subject lines.
- Streamlined the copy workflow and developed the product description standards, merchandise information sheets and measurement guidelines.
- Instituted a copywriting process for Saks Fashion Fix: authored the copy standards
- Exhibited writing versatility for a wide range of product categories, from women’s to men’s apparel, shoes to jewelry
- Created, evolved and maintained a Fashion Fix brand voice across all site content: product copy, homepage, email, banners and social media
- Oversaw 2 copywriters and distributed weekly writing assignments
- Wrote two of Saks.com’s fastest growing business categories: handbags and kids. Demonstrated creative discipline and composure in managing a copy workload of close to 200 items each week.
Macy's Inc. (New York, New York)
Fashion Copywriter (September 2007 - April 2010)
- Crafted informative, evocative, sales-driven product copy and editorial content for the following advertising vehicles: direct mail, invitations, postcards, outdoor, magazine and print ads
- Wrote copy for the following families of business: Women’s ready-to-wear, Men’s and Kids’
- Took the lead role during merchandise presentations, evaluating the accuracy of product briefs
- Proofread copy and ensured consistency and adherence to the Macy’s copy and legal guidelines
JimenezBasic Advertising (Makati, Philippines)
Associate Creative Director (June 2005 - June 2006)
Advertising Copywriter (September 1999 – May 2005)
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Crafted promotional advertising copy for TV, radio & print ads, online media, sales training materials, press releases, audio-visual presentations, posters, billboards, transit ads, brochures, sales & pharmaceutical detailing aids, logo & identity manuals, event invitations, souvenir programs, product launch, consumer engagement scripts and product packaging.
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Provided creative direction, leadership and support to a concept team of 2 art directors, 1 junior copywriter.
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Worked on notable brands like: Pfizer, Avon, Procter & Gamble, Mead Johnson, Western Union, Starbucks, Coca-Cola Company, among others
Skill Set
Written and verbal communication skills · Vast experience in proofing and editing · Adept at Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Photoshop and Indesign, Mac and Windows platforms · Excellent research skills and exhibits ease in using popular web technologies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communications - Ateneo de Manila University
Career Highlights
- BEST OF THE BEST TEAM AWARD, Turn In Team, Bloomingdale's (Q2 2017)
- PRESIDENT'S AWARD, Fashion Fix Team Recipient for Business & Creative Innovation, Saks Direct (December 2012)
- SPOTLIGHT AWARD, Recipient, Saks Direct (August 2012)
- MOST VALUABLE EMPLOYEE AWARD, Recipient for Excellent Performance, Saks Direct (Q1 2011)
- GRAND WINNER, PFIZER GLOBAL INNOVATION AWARDS (New York 2003) Project: Pfizer Loving Care Campaign 2003 (Client: Pfizer Childcare products)
- GRAND ANVIL AWARD FOR PUBLIC RELATIONS (Philippines 2002) Project: Read to Lead Campaign 2002 (Client: Visine Eye Care Line, Pfizer)
- GOLD AWARD, 17th PHILIPPINE ADVERTISING CONGRESS (2001) Invitation Design (Client: The Power Plant Mall)