COPYWRITER & CONTENT CREATOR

Job Description

This role includes writing, editing, and proofreading copy across a diverse portfolio of clients, in a broad range of industries, but it’s also about so much more than that.

To apply for this role you must think CONTENT before copy. If you can deliver compelling content to a target audience and make them take action – my client wants you!

To be considered, please include a copy of your CV and a comprehensive portfolio of written work. You may also be asked to complete a writing test. This is a full-time position based in Randburg, Johannesburg.

Reporting to the Content Director.

Job Summary

Videos, press releases, Instagram Stories, brochures, apps, infographics, websites – my client does it all! In this role, you will create content for a diverse range of clients in a variety of industries across all marketing and communication channels. No two days are the same!

The work environment is fast-paced and they expect quick turnarounds to meet deadlines, all while producing slick and engaging content. To apply for this role you must be passionate about all types of content and stay updated with the latest industry trends, to proactively identify content opportunities.

Position

Mid-level

Salary

R30 000 – R35 000 per month + benefits

Location

Randburg, Gauteng
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Duties

  • Write clear, concise, and grammatically correct content that is engaging and original
  • Understand a client’s strategy and create content that meets objectives
  • Translate a brief and develop excellent content with minimum guidance
  • Revise or redevelop content in response to internal or external feedback
  • Collaborate and brainstorm with creative, account management, and digital teams
  • Pro-actively identify content opportunities and gaps and make recommendations
  • Conduct in-depth research on relevant topics and develop interesting and accurate content
  • Adhere to strict briefs and deadlines
  • Become familiar with a client’s products/services, tone, and audience, and create content that ensures brand consistency
  • Develop content plans
  • Write content across various social media channels ensuring industry best practice
  • Create clear and high-converting content for ads
  • Conduct interviews with clients and create compelling content
  • Brainstorm ideas and concepts for pitches, campaigns, and client briefs

Requirements

Essential Experience

  • Degree or diploma in copywriting, advertising, journalism, or related field
  • 2-5 years of experience in a copywriting role
  • Previous experience in an agency is advantageous
  • Experience with long-form writing is essential, B2B writing is advantageous
  • Competent video content writing experience
  • Solid understanding of SEO and social media channels

Essential Skills

  • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Finely honed copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Highly creative, curious, and absolutely passionate about content
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Respond well to feedback and ability to defend your creative choices
  • Strong research skills
  • A strategic and creative thinker
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and delivering quality work under pressure and multiple deadlines
  • Ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of management, both internally and externally
  • A comprehensive knowledge of the digital landscape
  • Ability to adapt writing to different styles, tones, and platforms, to appeal to various target audiences

Agency Spirit

  • A creative problem-solver focused on helping our clients succeed
  • You take ownership and hold yourself responsible for a higher standard
  • You thrive in an environment where challenge is the norm
  • Identify, flag, and address issues pro-actively
  • Optimistic and positive in everything you do
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team

About the Agency

You’ll be joining an award-winning team of creative problem-solvers who believe in producing high-level and strategic work without inflated egos. Their team is positive and energetic, and they all love what they do.

The clients range from financial to tech to retail. They are focused, determined, hard-working, creative and solution-orientated. They understand the strategy and know exactly what they are aiming to achieve with every piece of work they do. My client is creative and knows how to translate strategy into creative that delivers. They focus on campaign outcomes and meticulously measure and report on everything they do to ensure that they MAKE IT MATTER.

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Are you the brilliant candidate my client is looking for? 

Please email your CV and Portfolio to joanne@jb-consulting.co.za. Drive your career forward and be part of their success.

Please only apply if you have the correct skill set and Agency experience.  If you do not hear from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.