Coypywriter - JHB at Datafin Recruitment

DUTIES:

The ideal candidate should be able to generate standalone copy, or text to complement visual concepts created by the design department, across many platforms, including:

• Websites.
• Emails.
• Social media and blogs.
• Press releases.
• Reviews.
• B2B letters.
• B2C Communication
• Articles.
• Brochures.
• Direct Mail Campaigns and Concepts.
• And implement your SEO experience.
• The role will involve using feedback from colleagues to sharpen writing skills and deliver finished pieces that attract and persuade.
• All copy should adhere to the objectives of the project, staying within the brief and being completely grammatically accurate.
• The candidate will be expected to develop his/her skills, expanding their obvious passion to play with words.

This position requires a candidate that is comfortable with:

• Multitasking,
• Juggling various brands at once,
• Attention to detail,
• Very Organized,
• Pedantic about deadlines,
• Adaptable to change,
• Have a meticulous eye for detail,
• Excellent time management skills.
• SEO Writing and implementation is imperative.
• Candidate must be hungry for growth and willing to learn.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant Copywriting qualification is an advantage.
• 3+ years relevant experience in a media/marketing environment.
• Must be up to date with current trends and know what is hip and happening on a local
• and global level.
• A solid understanding and experience with marketing communication.
• A meticulous eye for copy checking.
• A passion for attention to detail.
• Very organized and the ability to plan or schedule priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to multitask on several projects.
• Excellent admin and reporting skills.