Copywriter

M&C Saatchi; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Copywriter to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will develop and execute creative concepts and write high-quality copy for various advertising materials. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong creative and writing skills. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior writers while working on an exciting portfolio across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in a creative agency or similar environment.
• Ability to fulfill deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven senior copywriting experience.

Responsibilities

• Ideate and develop creative concepts for campaigns.
• Write clear and captivating copy for various materials.
• Provide mentorship to junior copywriters.

Skills

Creative thinking

Time management

Research skills

Excellent writing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or related field

Job description

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic creative team as a Copywriter! As a Copywriter, you will be in charge of developing and executing creative concepts, and writing high-quality copy for a variety of advertising materials.

At M+C Saatchi, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide portfolio of brands across different industries. As part of our team, you’ll also get the chance to evolve your own skills, and take on the role of mentoring junior creatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Ideate and generate creative concepts that successfully express brand messaging and engage the target audience.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and offer innovative ideas for marketing campaigns.

• Write clear, concise, and captivating copy for a variety of materials, such as digital assets, print ads, POSM, and so on.

• Conduct extensive research to learn about your target audience's demographics, market trends, and rival brand strategies.

• Collaborate with the creative team and clients to ensure that messaging and brand voice are consistent across all communication channels.

• Proofread copy to conform to clients’ standards.

• Keep abreast of industry changes and best practices in copywriting, digital marketing, and advertising.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior copywriters.

Skills & Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in a creative agency or similar environment.

• A bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a closely related subject is required.

• Ability to fulfill deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.

• Proven senior copywriting experience, particularly in an agency or corporate situation.

• Excellent writing skills, including a solid knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

• Ability to think creatively and produce novel concepts that connect with brand objectives is required.

• Strong research abilities are required to collect relevant information and insights for content generation.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams.