Junior Copywriter (3 Months FTC) at TBWA\ South Africa

Key Responsibilities:

Creative Excellence

• Develop and craft original, high-quality concepts and copy in response to briefs.
• Present creative work internally and externally in a clear, professional, and impactful manner.
• Collaborate with Strategy and Account Management to understand brand objectives and deliver iconic work.
• Stay current with trends, culture, and industry developments to ensure relevance and innovation.
• Contribute to award-winning work and the agency’s creative reputation.
• Continuously refine writing craft and demonstrate passion for creative excellence.

Business Management

• Accurately record time spent on projects.
• Participate in new business pitches and development initiatives.
• Promote a positive agency reputation internally and externally.

People & Collaboration

• Support team members and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Participate in departmental initiatives (e.g., Disruption sessions, training).
• Provide constructive feedback to improve departmental processes.
• Embrace change and adapt to evolving client and agency needs.

Requirements

Knowledge & Experience Required:

• 1–3 years of experience as a copywriter in a leading creative agency.
• Proven ability to generate and produce world-class ideas and copy.

Skills & Educational Requirements:

• Exceptional copywriting and storytelling ability.
• Strategic mindset and technical writing proficiency.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Versatile writing styles (e.g., profound, comedic, poetic, epic).
• Understanding of TV and content production, including edits, sound, music, voice, and direction.