Who we are
MasterClass is transforming online education by enabling anyone in the world to learn from the very best. We are deconstructing what makes an actor able to cry on demand, how an athlete defies gravity, and what it takes to write a bestseller. Our online learning content is available to students anywhere anytime, which supports our mission to ignite the greatness in others.
We are a quickly growing VC-funded startup based in San Francisco, with additional offices in Los Angeles. We have created online classes taught by famous masters— Gordon Ramsay, Serena Williams, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Sara Blakely, David Sedaris, Bobbi Brown, Timbaland, Anna Wintour and many more to come.
Since launching in 2015, we have been growing our team. Apply now to find out more about what we are doing behind the scenes.
What we are looking for:
This role will be part of a small growing team focused on introducing MasterClass to the world and inspiring everyone to learn from the best. We tell the stories that connect people with our mission and products.
To do that, we need a great writer: someone who is passionate about shaping words into messages that inspire action or moves perceptions. Whether we’re creating traditional advertising campaigns, interactive web experiences, social campaigns, internal manifestos, or printed materials, the Sr. Copywriter will be the person who writes our brand word by word as we grow.
The ideal candidate for this role is a writer by heart and by trade. As a writer, this person is a master of all forms and mediums and is equally excited to write a strong headline, a long-form piece, or a social media blurb. We are looking for someone who is able to show exceptional craftsmanship and shift between any writing style and tonal nuances suited for the subjects and in context of medium and audience. Immaculate attention to detail is a must.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver compelling, inspiring writing across a wide range of brand experiences, marketing channels, and content
- Generate brand engagement and conversation with masterful storytelling
- Contribute to brainstorms, concept exercises, and development of best-in-class executions for marketing, advertising, and product experience
- Be the steward of the MasterClass voice
- Collaborate with writers and teams across the organization (e.g. Marketing/Comms, Content, Product, Support) to ensure cohesive, consistent messaging and voice
- Work closely with producers to set priorities, achieve deadlines and allocate resources smartly
Requirements:
- 5-8 years of experience in copywriting, advertising, or content marketing
- A mix of agency and in-house experience
- Excellent short-form and long-form writing skills across a range of voices and tones
- Solid understanding of how to ignite affinity, conversation, and engagement across channels
- Clear understanding and point of view on brand voice, tone, and style
- Master collaborator with people from different creative disciplines and teams
- Proven track record in product, brand and campaign work
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent grammar, editing and proofreading capabilities
- Works full-time in our San Francisco office
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
At MasterClass, we believe we put our best work forward when our employees bring together ideas that are diverse in thought. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. In addition, MasterClass will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.