E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative team

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a creative E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter to craft product descriptions, landing pages, emails, blogs, and ads. You will translate features into customer benefits, maintain brand voice, and optimize content for search while collaborating with marketing and product teams to drive online sales and brand consistency. A strong portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong command of English language and storytelling.
• Ability to translate product features into customer benefits.
• Experience optimizing content for search engines.
• Portfolio showcasing copywriting and content creation work.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise product descriptions highlighting features and benefits.
• Develop engaging website copy for landing and category pages.
• Create marketing content for emails, social media, blogs, and ads.
• Ensure content is SEO-friendly with relevant keywords.
• Maintain brand tone across all written materials and collaborate with design/marketing teams.

Skills

Creative writing

SEO knowledge

Editing & proofreading

Content strategy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Marketing/Communications

Tools

CMS

WordPress

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent e-commerce retailer based in George, Western Cape, ZA , is seeking a creative and detail-oriented E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter. This role is vital for crafting compelling product descriptions, engaging website copy, and captivating marketing content that drives customer interest and sales. You will be responsible for translating product features into customer benefits, ensuring brand voice consistency across all written materials, and optimizing content for search engines. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing skills, a passion for e-commerce, and a strong understanding of marketing principles. You will work closely with the marketing and product teams to develop content strategies that enhance the online shopping experience and contribute to the brand's success. This position requires a talented individual who can produce high-quality content consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and persuasive product descriptions that highlight key features and benefits.
• Develop engaging website copy, including landing pages, category pages, and 'About Us' sections.
• Create compelling marketing content for email campaigns, social media posts, blog articles, and advertisements.
• Ensure all content is SEO-friendly, incorporating relevant keywords to improve search engine rankings.
• Maintain and uphold the brand's tone of voice and style guidelines across all written communications.
• Collaborate with designers and marketers to develop visually appealing and effective content assets.
• Proofread and edit all content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and accuracy.
• Conduct keyword research to inform content strategy and optimization.
• Stay up-to-date with e-commerce trends and best practices in content creation and copywriting.
• Assist in the development and execution of content calendars.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Creator, Copywriter, or similar role, with a focus on e-commerce.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to write persuasive and engaging marketing copy.
• Understanding of SEO principles and keyword research.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.
• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Portfolio showcasing relevant copywriting and content creation work.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute creatively to a leading e-commerce brand in George, Western Cape, ZA .
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Chance to shape brand messaging and customer perception.
• Be part of a growing company with a focus on quality and innovation.