Creative Copywriter Intern — Hybrid, Durban

Oliver; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

OLIVER South Africa, part of the Brandtech Group, invites applications for a Copywriter Internship in Durban. You will work with senior writers to craft copy across digital, social, and advertising platforms.

The program emphasizes practical experience, structured training, and mentorship, with hands-on exposure to briefs and campaigns. You’ll learn to interpret briefs, develop ideas, write engaging copy, and refine skills through feedback from creative leads and clients in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a relevant field.
• Strong writing ability showcased in a portfolio.
• Excellent grammar, spelling, proofreading and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret briefs and key messages; develop original ideas.
• Write engaging copy for digital, social media, ads and content.
• Develop headlines, captions, scripts and long-form content.
• Adapt copy for different brands, audiences, channels and tones of voice.
• Collaborate with designers to ensure copy complements visuals.
• Conduct brand, audience and cultural research.
• Participate in brainstorming, concept development and reviews.
• Proofread and edit copy for accuracy and consistency.

Skills

Copywriting

Storytelling

Editing

Research

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Copywriting/Advertising/Communications/Journalism/English/Marketing

Job description

OLIVER South Africa, part of the Brandtech Group, invites applications for a Copywriter Internship in Durban. You will work with senior writers to craft copy across digital, social, and advertising platforms.

The program emphasizes practical experience, structured training, and mentorship, with hands-on exposure to briefs and campaigns. You’ll learn to interpret briefs, develop ideas, write engaging copy, and refine skills through feedback from creative leads and clients in a fast-paced