Copywriter

One Day Only; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join One Day Only as an ace copywriter and rediscover your passion for writing in a dynamic environment. You will create engaging copy across various platforms while maintaining the brand's tone of voice. Ideal candidates are creative, organized, and excited to collaborate with skilled teams, all while enjoying staff discounts on incredible deals.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a copywriter in marketing/advertising.
• Strong portfolio showcasing writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write website content, including mailers and product descriptions.
• Collaborate with social media team for content across platforms.
• Proof products and ensure readiness for delivery.

Skills

Organizational skills

Creative writing

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree/diploma

Job description

About us

Step into the wild world of OneDayOnly – South Africa's OG daily deals hub. We're the pioneers of cool discounts, hitting you for just one day because, well, why overcomplicate things? We've got the big names, top suppliers, and a dash of our secret sauce to make you feel like a BIG DEAL. Not to brag, but we have over a million potential savvy shoppers getting our daily dose every 24 hours.

We're not fussy – if the price is right and the quality checks out, we're selling it. That's what makes us the go-to for both the smart buyer and the eager seller. Toss in the urgency of our deals, and boom, success happens quicker than you can blink. So, jump in, where FOMO meets killer deals, and let's turn every day into a retail party!

About you

We're looking for an ace copywriter to fulfill a dream role at OneDayOnly. This isn't just any agency job; it's a position that will remind you why you fell in love with writing. The ideal candidate doesn't take themselves too seriously but takes their work incredibly seriously. They solve problems, have a good sense of humor, and love to joke around.

Your writing is an extension of your charismatic personality, and you can clarify confusing briefs and take initiative when needed. You're organized yet flexible, reliable, and consistent. Here, you can grow and showcase your skills while working with skilled creatives on various projects. Plus, you'll enjoy staff discounts on top of our ludicrously affordable prices.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding and replicating OneDayOnly's tone of voice is critical.
• Writing copy for all website content, including mailers, banners, automated responses, product descriptions, ad hoc customer service responses.
• Working alongside the social media team to provide content for Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
• Involvement in brainstorms and concept meetings for larger campaigns, rich content & special projects.
• Because the brand tone of voice is so NB, prior knowledge / external understanding of the brand persona is extremely advantageous.
• Ensure that all products are proofed and ready for delivery or posting.
• Developing marketing and communications content that will separate us from the crowd.

Requirements, Skills, & Qualifications:

• A relevant degree/diploma.
• +2 years experience as a copywriter - ideally within a marketing/advertising agency.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to handle various tasks with attention to detail.
• A portfolio to show off your writing skills.
• Excellent at all facets of writing, including grammar, composition craft, and understanding of the purpose of the copy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly creative.
• An understanding of a wide array of platforms - from radio to SEO.
• Extremely high attention to detail - you'd notice a screw out of place in a warehouse.
• Self-motivated, driven, and able to take initiative.
• Work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Highly organised with strong time management skills.
• Agile and able to juggle projects.
• Punctual.