Senior Copywriter

Ogilvy Social.Lab; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogilvy Social Lab seeks a Senior Copywriter to develop creative concepts and copy for diverse brands. Collaborate with a talented team to deliver compelling campaigns that resonate globally. This is a full-time role with a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a trendsetting agency.

Benefits

Attractive package and benefits

Continuous training and growth opportunities

Flexible homeworking policy

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Copywriter with a focus on conceptualization.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in creating compelling copy.
• Experience writing for the broader South African market.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and impactful concepts as part of a creative team.
• Craft engaging copy for social media, websites, and digital advertising.
• Mentor junior copywriters and ensure alignment with brand voice.

Skills

Creative writing

Collaboration

Research

SEO best practices

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, or communications

Job description

Ogilvy Social Lab is setting global benchmarks in digital marketing and is driven by offering our expertise to both local and international clients through a multi-market footprint.

We have enabled 'borderless ways of working', operating as connected teams and providing Creative, Content, Media and Intelligence capabilities to Ogilvy agencies and clients in more than 20 countries.

Join our globally connected team and work on challenging projects that transcend borders. Embrace a career that takes you to new horizons and make a global impact!

Senior Copywriter

As a Senior Copywriter, you will play a key role in developing and executing creative concepts and copy for multiple brands. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including art directors, strategists, and account managers, to create compelling and engaging copy that aligns with the brand's tone and style. Your expertise in conceptualization and extensive experience in social first, will ensure the successful delivery of captivating campaigns that resonate with the target audience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate within a creative team to develop innovative and impactful concepts.

Craft compelling and engaging copy for various platforms, including social media, websites, blogs, email marketing, digital advertising, radio and OOH.

Ensure all copy aligns with the brand's voice and tone, while effectively communicating key messages and brand values.

Collaborate closely with art directors and designers to ensure seamless integration of copy and visuals in the final campaign deliverables.

Conduct thorough research on industry trends, consumer insights, and competitor analysis to inform and enhance your creative approach.

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior copywriters, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.

Create presentations to present and articulate your ideas effectively to internal stakeholders and clients, incorporating feedback and making revisions as needed.

Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, social media platforms, and industry best practices to continually improve your craft and contribute to the agency's growth.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Copywriter, with a focus on conceptualization
• Strong portfolio showcasing your expertise in idea conceptualization and your ability to create compelling and impactful copy across various digital platforms.
• Exceptional writing skills with a creative flair, able to craft persuasive and emotionally resonant copy.
• Ability to think conceptually and generate innovative ideas that push the boundaries of campaigns.
• Proficiency in English with excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices and the ability to optimize copy for search engines.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively present and explain your ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience writing for the broader South African Market
• Proven track record of working within a creative team

Experience mentoring and providing guidance to junior copywriters is a plus.

About you

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Highly organized in thought and action
• Strong time management and organizational abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage large projects with multiple priorities
• Able to work well within a team

Offer

• Full-time job within a growing and trendsetting agency
• Attractive package and benefits
• Continuous trainings. Career conversation and growing opportunities
• Flexible homeworking policy

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