E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Professional development

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter to join their marketing team in Port Elizabeth. You will craft product descriptions, website copy, blog posts, emails, and social content designed to engage shoppers and drive conversions across digital channels.

The role requires a storytelling knack, sharp editing, and a solid understanding of how to translate features into customer-centric copy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Content Creator or Copywriter with e-commerce samples.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research for web content.
• Ability to translate product features into persuasive customer-centric copy.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and compelling product descriptions that highlight features and benefits to drive sales.
• Develop engaging website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and email marketing content to attract and retain customers.
• Ensure content aligns with brand voice, style guide, and overall marketing strategy.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility and organic traffic.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to ensure content accuracy and visual appeal.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure high standards of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Skills

Content writing

Copywriting

SEO basics

CMS familiarity

Team collaboration

Tools

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled E-commerce Content Creator & Copywriter to join their vibrant marketing team in Port Elizabeth . This role is crucial for crafting compelling product descriptions, engaging website content, and persuasive marketing copy that drives customer interest and conversions. You will be responsible for developing content that not only showcases our client's products effectively but also enhances their brand voice and resonates with the target audience across various digital touchpoints. The ideal candidate possesses a flair for storytelling, a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of how to use words to sell.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and compelling product descriptions that highlight features and benefits to drive sales.
• Develop engaging website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and email marketing content to attract and retain customers.
• Ensure all content is aligned with the brand's voice, style guide, and overall marketing strategy.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility and organic traffic.
• Collaborate with the marketing, design, and product teams to ensure content accuracy and visual appeal.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure high standards of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Creator , Copywriter , or similar role, with a strong portfolio demonstrating e-commerce writing samples.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research for web content.
• Ability to understand product features and translate them into persuasive customer-centric copy.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement allowing for flexibility and in-office collaboration in Port Elizabeth .
• Opportunities for creative expression and professional development in content marketing.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A supportive and creative team environment focused on impactful digital storytelling for e-commerce .