Copywriter

Bring the Rip Curl story to life

We’re on the hunt for a talented Part Time Copywriter to join the Rip Curl crew at our Head Office in Torquay.

This role is all about turning products, campaigns and stories into engaging, customer-focused copy that brings Rip Curl’s voice to life across every channel.

Working closely with our Digital, Marketing and Product teams, you’ll find the words that connect customers with our brand.

From our latest products and innovations to our athletes and events, you’ll tell the stories of The Ultimate Surfing Company and inspire others to live their Search.

What you’ll be doing

• Write engaging copy for EDMs, paid advertising, social, website and blog content.
• Develop campaign messaging, taglines and creative copy.
• Own the seasonal product-description process, from briefing through to delivery.
• Translate product features, fabrics and innovations into clear customer benefits.
• Create campaign and seasonal collection copy decks for use across channels and regions.
• Support storytelling and scriptwriting for training and creative projects.
• Communicate ESG and B Corp progress through customer-facing content.
• Work across Digital, Product and Marketing to keep messaging clear, consistent and unmistakably Rip Curl.
• Manage briefs, feedback and approvals across multiple projects and deadlines.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a strong writer and editor who knows how to adjust tone, format and messaging for different audiences and channels. You’ll be organised, comfortable collaborating across teams and able to turn technical information into clear, engaging customer stories.

You’ll bring

• A tertiary qualification in Communications, PR, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in copywriting, communications, PR, marketing or content, either in-house or agency.
• Experience writing and editing across different types of digital content.
• An understanding of digital copywriting and how copy changes by channel.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Knowledge of surf, beach or outdoor culture, or experience writing product, campaign or sustainability content, would be an advantage.

Ready to put your words behind one of surfing’s best-known brands?

About Rip Curl

Founded in Torquay in 1969, Rip Curl is The Ultimate Surfing Company, born from a relentless pursuit for waves, adventure, and freedom, called ‘The Search’. Today, The Search continues to inspire all that we do, from the products we make, the events we run, the athletes we support, and the values we strive to uphold. Built by surfers, for surfers, Rip Curl is a global company that has been leading the surf industry for over 50 years. As a certified B Corp, we aim to prioritise people and planet in everything we do.

The Search is calling… apply today and become part of The Ultimate Surfing company.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands

At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.

We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone.

We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us.

Click APPLY and join us on The Search.

Join us in shaping a workplace where everyone belongs.

• Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.