Copywriter (FMCG)

Wunderman Thompson; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Copywriter to support the Executive Creative Director. You will create compelling communications across various media while collaborating with an agency team to meet client objectives. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in advertising and demonstrates strong writing and presentation skills. This role offers a hybrid work environment, fostering creativity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years' work experience including experience on global and local blue-chip accounts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Critically acclaimed creative work.

Responsibilities

• Creating innovative concepts and translating them into finished copy for advertising across all mediums.
• Working as part of an agency team to achieve the client’s objectives.
• Providing any duties or functions reasonably ancillary or incidental to the position.

Skills

Strong conceptual ability

Strong writing abilities

Word processing skills

Strong presentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Role Description

The Copywriter who supports the Executive Creative Director by building a strong team. Creating multiple-media communications that will deliver client’s message in the most persuasive manner possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating innovative concepts and translating them into finished copy for advertising across all mediums
• Working as part of an agency team to achieve the client’s objectives through effective copy, creative imagery and message strategies
• Providing any duties or functions reasonably ancillary or incidental to the position
• Any other reasonable duties, functions or responsibilities assigned to you from time to time

Previous Experience & Demonstrated Behaviours

• Must have strong conceptual ability.
• Must have strong writing abilities--articulate and persuasive across advertising disciplines.
• Critically acclaimed creative work
• Must have at least 3 years' work experience including experience on global and local blue-chip accounts
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Word processing skills--able to use Microsoft Word or other word processing programs.
• Strong presentation skills.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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