WHAT I’M ABOUT
I blend an expertise in writing with a practical background in filmmaking to tell strong stories about brands.
In addition, my diverse cultural background and experience in Canada, Switzerland & Denmark have afforded me the skill to tackle any brief with fresh insight.
Hey, What’s up? Hello!
I’m Joss Arnott – It’s nice to meet you!
I’m a creative copywriter from Vancouver, Canada. I love reading classic science fiction, fantasy novels, and surrealistic fiction. I live and work in Zurich, Switzerland, where I spend my time reading, writing, and hiking around the Swiss Alps.
I am obsessed with storytelling across any medium and using any technology. I’m always searching for new and non-standard ways to convey or bring an idea to life. Be it with projectors, billboards, unexpectedly placed television sets, or perhaps even a tattoo.
One thing I cannot stand is a missed opportunity. There is nothing worse, nothing that haunts me more, than seeing a great idea, campaign, or person pass me by because I stood still.
Where I’ve Worked
Copywriter
TeamUBS (Publicis / Leo), Zurich
As a member of TeamUBS, I’m responsible for helping deliver UBS’s global brand campaign to the banks many affluent, high net worth clients.
My responsibilities include writing strategically backed, insight driven headlines and body copy as well as thinking up creative ideas to increase the banks reputation in the public zeitgeist.
July 2025 – Present
Copywriter
House of Communication (Serviceplan), Zurich
My work at Serviceplan Suisse consisted of pitch, international, and awards work.
Pitch: I was trusted with working to bring in new clients to the agency, which consisted of bringing an outside-the-box creative pitch to standard briefs.
International: I wrote English copy for our largest international clients across various channels and for different campaigns, including both internal and external-facing work.
Awards: I was tasked with coming up with fresh, original, and exciting work on a regular basis. Every month, I set aside time to think up ideas for new and existing clients that have award-winning potential.
January 2022 – June 2024
Staff Writer
Capilano Courier, Vancouver
I worked as a member of a small but nimble team covering all kinds of stories around my home province of B.C.
As Staff Writer, I wrote pieces for Features, Opinions, Arts & Culture, and News.
September 2019 – May 2021
Where I’ve Learned
Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts
Capilano University, Vancouver
I attended a four-year dedicated program focusing on filmmaking's technical and creative aspects.
I developed technical skills in videography, cinematography, editing, color correction, screenwriting, and producing. I have real and theoretical experience in every type of film production, from large-scale Hollywood-style features to commercial shoots, to guerilla filmmaking.
Graduated: May 2021
New Screens Experience
Via University College, Denmark
An extensive four-month international program that launched me into the world of expanded reality production and immersive experiences through AR, VR and XR.
Graduated: June 2020
Internship
National Film Board of Canada
I worked under experienced documentary producers to help strengthen youth-driven independent film in British Columbia and worked on set for a feature-length documentary.
February 2021 – July 2021