Lead Copywriter

Ludicrum; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ludicrum seeks a Lead Copywriter to shape brand voice and lead a creative team in the iGaming industry. This role entails overseeing the copywriting process, collaborating with marketing, and mentoring writers. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, leadership experience, and a passion for high-impact communication.

Benefits

Flexible and Remote Working

Career Growth

Performance Bonuses

Health and Fitness Benefits

Extra Paid Annual Leave

Special Birthday Perk

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Copywriter with a strong portfolio.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role managing a team.
• Native-level proficiency in British English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full copywriting process across various projects.
• Manage and prioritize content requests while assigning tasks.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering their development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or Communication

Job description

Join Our Team as a Lead Copywriter in the thriving iGaming Industry!

Who we are?

Ludicrum is redefining iGaming, blending creativity with technology to deliver world-class gaming experiences. From marketing and product development to customer support and financial reporting, our teams are changing the game.Our vision is to create ultra-intuitive and engaging platforms to fuel growth through strategic partnerships and market expansion.

Our success is driven by core values deeply embedded in our culture. We believe in transparency, always being clear, open, and honest. We are goal-focused, relentlessly pursuing our targets. Adaptability is key—we embrace change and use it to excel. Kaizen guides us, as we continuously improve, test, and refine.

With a dynamic and collaborative culture and fast career growth, our 250+ global team thrives!

In a nutshell

We're on the lookout for a Lead Copywriter to join our Content department. In this role, you’ll lead a team of talented copywriters and steer the creative process for all written communication across the business. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our brand voice, delivering consistent, high-impact copy, and mentoring the team to reach new creative heights.

The responsibilities & the impact YOU will have:

• Oversee the full copywriting process across various projects and platforms.
• Manage and prioritize multiple content requests while assigning tasks efficiently within the team.
• Collaborate closely with marketing leads to align copy strategies with business goals.
• Drive creative ideation by organizing brainstorming sessions and workshops.
• Maintain brand consistency and uphold formatting and style standards in all copy.
• Review and edit content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with tone.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering their development and celebrating their successes.
• Contribute directly to writing copy and solving complex content challenges when needed.

All you need is…

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Copywriter, with a strong and varied portfolio including blog posts, email campaigns, product copy, and ad content.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in a leadership role, managing or mentoring a team of copywriters and overseeing content delivery processes.
• Native-level proficiency in British English, with exceptional command of tone, grammar, and writing structure.
• Strong understanding of branding principles and the ability to create consistent, on-brand messaging across multiple platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to review and edit for grammar, spelling, structure, and accuracy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment, managing shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially when working with cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• A bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or Communication.
• Previous experience in the iGaming industry.

Why You’ll love working here:

• Flexible and Remote Working: Work from anywhere, supporting your work-life balance.
• Career Growth: We’re committed to your development, offering training and advancement opportunities.
• Performance Bonuses: Earn bonuses based on company and personal performance.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Receive fitness reimbursements from day one, and after one year of employment, gain access to a health budget to support your well-being.
• Extra Paid Annual Leave: Enjoy 22 days of vacation, with an additional day added for each year of employment, up to a maximum of 26 days.
• Special Birthday Perk: Take your birthday off after a year of employment to celebrate!

We are not just offering a job; we offer the chance to be part of something bigger. Apply today! Submit your resume in English and join us in creating unforgettable experiences.We can’t wait to hear from you!