Copywriter (MW-Snr)

Job Description

To create clear yetengaging and informative copy / content that captures our audiences.

• Developand execute outstanding work across ATL/BTL.
• Understand the client’s strategy and business context, and always aim to do work that performs.
• Workclosely with a the creative team (i.e. Art Director) to generate creative ideas and concepts to fulfil the client’s brief
• Producethe “words” of sketches, storyboards, roughs or ‘scamps’ to communicate ideas to the client
• Work closely and in co-operation with strategic planning and client service department under the direction of the Creative Director
• Presentconcepts and ideas to the Creative Director(and Account Management) and to client when requested
• Build a strongly collaborative relationship with the broader team, partners and clients
• Timeous execution of work as scheduled by the traffic manager to ensure deadlines are met
• Checkall the content to ensureit retains the highest standard
• Able to work on several campaigns at once
• Castactors for TV and Radio , and listento voice overs.
• Contribute to proactivity and innovative thinking on brands
• Assistwith pitches, awards and new business presentations as required
• Keep abreast of consumer conversations that are trending
• Keep abreast with industry trends and standards in order to ensure work is always fresh, world-class and original

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Copywriting or Advertising
• At least 4years experience as a Copywriter with 1 year being a MW - Snr Copywriter in an Advertising Agency
• Proficient in MS Office (Word / PowerPoint etc.)
• Proficient in using Apple products (i.e. Max)
• TTL & Digital experience are essential
• A good command of the English language (both verbal and written)
  • Afrikaans and isiXhosa will be advantageous
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong multitasking skills (ability to work on more than one campaign at a time)
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong in-depth knowledge and experience in developing and building brands

• A concise eye-catching portfolio (behance / wixsite) that demonstrates finely honed copy for radio, TVC, print, digital etc.

Additional Information

• Ability to work within a team as well as independently
• Ability to remain calm in a highly pressurised environment
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and learn from it
• Confident
• Assertive
• Proactive
• "Out of the box" creative thinking
• Resilient
• Solution and deadline driven
• Meticulous with attention to detail
• Other:
  • Flexible to work overtime (if and when required)
  • Comfortable to work on alcohol brands (if and when required)
  • Comfortable to work on-site (if and when required)