Social Media Copywriter (Temporary)

The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation while not forgetting our age old values; Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business. 

Why this role matters

We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative and intellectually curious copywriter who thrives in fast-paced environments. The ideal candidate is proactive and eager to deepen their understanding of art, luxury and the auction process. This position sits within Christie’s in-house Marketing team and reports to the New York Social Media Manager. You will play a key role in producing original, on-brand copy that reflects our tone of voice and resonates with our target audience across Christie’s corporate social media channels. 

How you will make an impact

• Write and edit short-form copy tailored to social media platforms like Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Threads, X and Pinterest, including headlines, subheads, subtitles, captions, metadata and more, designed to grab attention and retain viewers
• Learn and action Christie’s Copywriting Guidelines in all work, maintaining high standards of proofreading and writing
• Monitor performance and gather insights from data platforms to make concise, relevant and on-brand copy recommendations
• Work collaboratively with Creative, Video, Copy and Editorial teams as well as Art and Luxury departments where and when relevant
• Keep up with online trends, emerging stories and cultural moments to maximize SEO and AEO
• Brainstorm and pitch potential content ideas to Social Media Manager under the guidance of NY Head of Marketing and Global Head of Content
• Assist the Social Media Coordinator in keeping to tight and quick deadlines
• Support Global Content teams with similar projects that require short-form content on short deadlines

What you will bring to the team

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing or related field
• 1-3 years of experience writing social content for luxury brands, cultural or educational institutions, or publications with an eye towards maximum engagement
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and their algorithms
• Excellent writing and editing skills with a portfolio that proves a dedication to storytelling
• Meticulous attention to factchecking and details
• Proficient knowledge of art, art history, and luxury brands and designers a plus
• Working knowledge of Figma, Monday, Sprout and other content creation or management platforms a plus

Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.

*Posted salary range does not include discretionary overtime pay.