Mr D - Copywriter at takealot.com

The position reports to the Senior Copywriter and Content Strategist of Mr D

Your responsibilities will include:

•  Translating creative/marketing briefs into effective copy across all touch points. Must be able to take a marketing brief, from ATL campaigns to CRM initiatives, and work with the team to craft compelling copy that brings the idea to life across all of Mr D's touch points.
• Writing, editing & proof-reading copy and planning content themes for Mr D marketing campaigns and acting as copy counsel for all marketing initiatives (including sales, promotions, email newsletters, social media content calendars, app push notifications, PR, Retail Marketing partnerships etc.)
• Writing, editing & proof-reading copy for all ad hoc business requests for Mr D customer communications (including CS macros, CS IVR, transactional emails and UX projects)
• Brainstorming and executing content marketing ideas to support Marketing & Brand campaigns and collaborating with designers & Creative Lead to provide on-brand copy for artwork and relevant content ideas (e.g. buying guides, GIFs, infographics, videos content etc)
• Owning and updating the copy & content on all Marketing-owned areas of the Mr D website (including FAQs, Terms & Conditions etc.) via the Wordpress platform
• Supporting the Senior Copywriter and Content Strategist to make sure on-site, in-app and digital copy works effectively for search engine optimization and conversion purposes
• Researching your subject matter to ensure the quality and accuracy of your copy, with the objective of always adding value to the Mr D customer experience

Attributes required:  

• Top of the class written communication and creative copywriting skills
• Razor-sharp and lightning-quick proof-reading accuracy with an obsessive eye for detail
• Ability to write different types of copy consistently depending on its purpose
• Capability to present creative ideas succinctly (written & verbal)
• A grounding in Marketing and Communication principles
• Highly organized and efficient, can work towards and meet tight deadlines
• Creatively-minded with an ability to craft numerous campaigns across multiple departments
• Results-oriented with a can-do attitude
• High energy with a thirst for knowledge and willingness to learn
• A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in writing for online, blogging & social media
• Experience in creating content for brands (advantageous)
• Passion for building memorable brands 
• Creative and open minded 
• Highly organized and efficient, whilst being flexible and versatile 
• An enthusiasm for, and an understanding of e-commerce
• Exceptional English writing skills, with strong attention to detail
• Tech savvy with an inquisitive mind
• The appetite for being involved in a startup environment 
• Confident, with very strong interpersonal & communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships quickly

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 3+ years working in copywriting / content production or related communications/digital marketing field
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification in communications, copywriting, English language or related degree