Junior Copywriter

ninety9cents; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing agency in Cape Town is searching for a Junior Copywriter to join their Creative Team. The ideal candidate will have recently graduated or have a year of experience in an advertising agency. This role demands attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and a solid understanding of digital marketing trends. Responsibilities include working collaboratively to develop creative ideas and communicating effectively with clients during presentations. The position offers a permanent contract with a market-related salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in an advertising agency.
• Exceptional presentation skills are vital.
• Ability to generate creative ideas and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Produce scripts and concepts with visual aids.
• Meet with creative directors and account managers.
• Work closely with voice over artists for radio ads.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Up to date with digital marketing trends

Creative pitching skills

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Description

Our Cape Town office is looking for a Junior Copywriter with specialities in both ATL and Digital to join our Creative Team.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Has just finished studying or has worked in an Advertising agency for at least a year
• Able to work across various target markets, platforms and channels
• Willing to learn and understand retail brands
• Keeps a cool head and delivers exceptional results under pressure, against fast and tight deadlines and in volume
• Able to work collaboratively in a team and is resourceful; focused and level-headed
• Must be Cape Town based and willing to work in office as well as from home

Requirements

Minimum relevant experience and skills/attributes required:

• An eye for detail, ability to work well under pressure, as well as being up to date with the latest digital marketing trends, techniques and technologies are essential requirements
• Working closely with the art director to generate creative ideas and concepts to fulfill the client's brief
• Producing scripts and concepts with visual aids and references to communicate ideas to the client
• Gaining an understanding of the target audience and business which the advert is targeted at
• Meeting with the creative director and account managers before presenting ideas to clients
• Pitching ideas to clients (As a copywriter, you will be relied on heavily during presentations, making good presentation skills vital)
• Working on location
• Attending meetings at production houses and with other directors
• Working with voice over artists and assisting with the recording of your radio ad’s
• Working in editing suites to oversee the finished product
• Checking, guiding and assisting other creatives with their work

Work Level: Junior

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

EE Position: No

Location: Cape Town