Junior Copywriter (Future Opportunity)

Junior Copywriter 

You start with the idea, not the line. 

You know the words are only as strong as the thinking behind them. A headline can carry a campaign, but only if there’s something underneath it that holds together. 

You’re moving beyond execution into authorship. You can take a brief, find the angle, and shape something others can build on. Not just write copy, but help define what the work is. 

You think about how ideas show up across channels and moments, and what it takes for them to land and hold together over time. 

You care about craft. You know the idea only works if the execution holds up. The details matter. The rhythm, the structure, the clarity. You push the work until it feels right. 

We build campaigns that need to hold together across channels. The work spans digital, content, and integrated experiences. The expectations are high. 

About ICF Next 

ICF Next brings together strategy, creativity, data, and technology to solve real problems. 

We work with organizations facing complex challenges across energy, public health, climate, and more. The work is not just about communication. It is about helping people understand, engage, and take action. 

Our teams build integrated campaigns and experiences that connect with people and hold together across channels. The work needs to be clear, useful, and built to perform. If it does not resonate, it does not work. 

 
As a Junior Copywriter, you’ll: 

• Develop ideas and concepts, not just copy  

• Turn insight into campaigns that scale across channels  

• Write across formats, from headlines to scripts to systems  

• Partner with art directors to shape ideas from the start  

• Build voice and tone that feels clear and considered  

• Present your thinking and contribute to direction  

• Take feedback and push the work further  

• Ensure the quality of writing matches the strength of the idea  

You’ll need: 

• 3+ years of experience in copywriting or content  

Additional Professional Attributes: 
 

• Ability to find and shape ideas  

• Understanding of campaigns, not just assets  

• Strong instincts for language, structure, and storytelling  

• Curiosity about people and culture  

• High standards for craft and attention to detail  

What we offer: 

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options   

• Competitive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans   

• Ongoing training and development opportunities   

• A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams   

• Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives 

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.