Portuguese Copywriter

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Remote Worldwide Contract Mid-level Copywriting

At a glance

Mid-level Copywriting role at Translated. Remote · contract.

Pay not stated Copywriting salary

RoleCopywriting

SeniorityMid-level

LocationWorldwide

WorkplaceRemote

EmploymentContract

PostedNov 5, 2026

Role brief

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What you'll do

Create original and transcreated Portuguese copy for social campaigns, posts, search ads, display ads and product naming
Apply the Portuguese brand voice across channels, shaping each piece around audience insights and strategic goals
Present concepts in live calls, explaining your choices in English and guiding discussions toward a shared direction
Work with localization, production, creative and marketing teams, then adapt copy based on feedback
Guide voice talent during recording sessions and help oversee mixing so the final audio matches the creative direction

What you bring

At least five years of professional copywriting experience, including agency work
Extensive transcreation and concept-led writing experience, supported by a portfolio of high-impact brand work
Native-level Portuguese and strong spoken and written English for presenting creative rationale
You can develop several research-informed concepts, respond to feedback and meet tight deadlines reliably

Who this fits

This project-based contract suits a mid- to senior-level copywriter who can take ownership of polished Portuguese creative and contribute confidently in cross-functional discussions. The estimated workload is one hundred to one hundred and fifty hours, with the project running from January through April twenty twenty-seven. You must be based in Portugal.

From the employer

Overview

Translated is seeking a senior-level Portuguese Copywriter to craft high-quality, engaging content for a leading global brand.

This strategic role requires proven creative agility, strong strategic thinking, and exceptional expertise in both transcreation and original copywriting to drive market impact in Portugal. This will be a project-based engagement (100-150 hrs estimated). Project window: Jan to April 2027.

Key Responsibilities

Master and consistently apply the brand’s tone of voice for the Portuguese market to ensure cohesive, on-brand copy across all touchpoints.
Lead the development of original and transcreated copy across key channels, including:
- Social media campaign assets
- Social post copy (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and other local platforms)
- SEM content
- Display ads
- Product naming
Collaborate closely with the Localization, Production, Creative and Marketing teams.
Present creative concepts in live calls and facilitate productive discussions to refine and align on strategic direction.
Ensure all creative outputs align with strategic objectives, audience insights, and brand voice guidelines.
Attend VO sessions, guide talent during recording, and support the mixing process to ensure the final output reflects the intended creative direction and local market expectations.

Key Requirements

Creative & Strategic Excellence

Proven ability to accurately interpret creative briefs and translate strategic objectives into compelling creative solutions.
Ability to develop copywriting strategies grounded in research and insights, with a strong understanding of audience behavior and market context.
Demonstrated flexibility in adapting tone and style based on feedback and evolving business needs.
Track record of exploring multiple creative directions beyond the first idea.
Ability to confidently present and articulate in English the rationale behind the copy during live calls with XFN stakeholders, providing clear and persuasive explanations for creative and linguistic choices.

Speed & Efficiency

Highly responsive during working hours and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
Consistently meets tight deadlines without the need for repeated follow-ups.
Efficient in producing multiple creative options without compromising quality.

Experience

Extensive experience in transcreation and conceptual copywriting.
Strong portfolio showcasing high-impact brand work.
A presentation of the portfolio will be part of the interview process.
Agency background required.
Mid- to senior-level experience required, with 5+ years of professional copywriting experience.

Collaboration & Mindset

Proactively contributes ideas and acts as a confident cross-functional partner in creative discussions, rather than relying solely on direction.
Open to feedback and able to iterate thoughtfully and strategically, minimizing the need for rework from stakeholders.
Strong alignment with established team processes and expectations.
Takes full ownership of delivering complete, polished creative solutions.