Mid-Snr Copywriter

Fundi; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Copywriter to contribute to marketing content across platforms. The role involves collaboration with internal teams, mentoring junior copywriters, and ensuring content meets brand objectives. Candidates should have a degree in Copywriting or Journalism and 4-8 years of copywriting experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent command of English are required.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of copywriting experience required.
• Proficient in content creation and performance analysis.
• Ability to present and defend creative work to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and marketing teams for creative outputs.
• Lead content creation for various campaigns.
• Mentor junior copywriters and review their work.

Skills

Collaboration with design and marketing teams

Content creation for various campaigns

Mentorship and coaching of junior copywriters

Analyzing content performance

Excellent command of English

Education

3-year Diploma or Degree in Copywriting, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Retainer : R24, - R44, per monthStart Date : ASAPContract Duration : 6-monthsWorking Type : In-officeWorking Location : Melrose Arch, JohannesburgAs a Copywriter, you will produce marketing content across platforms, managing both creative vision and technical excellence.

You will collaborate with internal teams, contribute to campaign ideation and execution, and mentor junior copywriters while ensuring all output meets brand and business objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and marketing teams to develop compelling creative outputs.
• Lead content creation for conversion, retention, brand, affiliate, product, CSI, and new market campaigns.
• Deliver ATL content (TV, outdoor, radio) as needed.
• Mentor and coach junior copywriters, while also reviewing and proofreading their work.
• Analyze content performance and apply learnings to optimise future output.
• Ensure linguistic accuracy and brand tone across all content.
• Maintain compliance with CI, brand voice, and naming conventions.
• Stay up to date with trends, tools, and content strategies.
• Join brainstorms and generate fresh, original ideas.
• Act as a brand ambassador and support broader studio goals.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3-year Diploma or Degree in Copywriting, Journalism or related field.
• 4-8 years of copywriting experience.
• Technical skills / software proficiency : Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent command of English, grammar, and writing style.
• Capable of presenting and defending creative work to senior stakeholders.