E-commerce Content Writer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Creative remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative E-commerce Content Writer for a remote role. You will craft product descriptions and marketing copy to drive sales, collaborating with marketing and product teams to ensure content is SEO-optimized and on-brand.

You will develop website copy, landing pages, category descriptions, and blog posts, sourcing imagery with designers, and ensuring accuracy across channels. Strong writing, SEO knowledge, and CMS experience are required; remote work flexibility is

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Content Writer or Copywriter with e-commerce samples.
• Excellent command of English with strong grammar and spelling.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research tools.
• Ability to write in multiple tones for different customer segments.
• Experience with Content Management Systems is a plus.
• Strong research skills for understanding technical product details.

Responsibilities

• Write product descriptions for a wide range of e-commerce items.
• Develop landing pages, category descriptions, and blog posts.
• Optimize content for SEO to improve organic visibility.
• Ensure content is accurate and adheres to brand style guidelines.
• Collaborate with designers/marketers to source imagery and visual elements.
• Proofread and edit content produced by others or external contributors.

Skills

Content writing

Copywriting

SEO & keyword research

Adaptability to tones

CMS experience

Tools

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and detail-oriented E-commerce Content Writer to craft compelling product descriptions and marketing copy that drives sales. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the online shopping experience by producing high-quality, engaging content that resonates with our target audience. This position involves working closely with the marketing and product teams to ensure all content is accurate, SEO-optimized, and aligns with the brand's voice and style. If you have a passion for writing, a keen eye for detail, and an understanding of e-commerce best practices, this is an excellent remote opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and persuasive product descriptions for a wide range of e-commerce items.
• Develop engaging website copy, including landing pages, category descriptions, and blog posts.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) using relevant keywords to improve organic visibility.
• Ensure all content is grammatically correct, factually accurate, and adheres to brand style guidelines.
• Collaborate with designers and marketers to source and integrate imagery and other visual elements.
• Proofread and edit content produced by other team members or external contributors.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role, with a portfolio showcasing e-commerce writing samples.
• Excellent command of the English language, with exceptional grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research tools.
• Ability to write in various tones and styles to appeal to different customer segments.
• Experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) is a plus.
• Strong research skills and the ability to understand technical product details.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing online retail brand.
• Professional development opportunities and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and creative remote work environment.
• Work from anywhere within the specified remote work parameters.