Senior Copywriter

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Full-time employment

Diverse projects

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane invites a Senior Copywriter to join our vibrant marketing team. You will craft narratives, ads, website copy and social content that shape the brand voice and engage customers across platforms.

The role requires a strong portfolio, at least 5 years of copywriting experience, and an ability to tailor writing to audience and channel. We offer a competitive salary, medical aid, full-time employment, and opportunities to work on diverse, exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional copywriting experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing diverse, compelling copy.
• Excellent command of English: grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative copy for marketing materials: website, ads, brochures, emails and social media.
• Collaborate with marketing, design and product teams to translate objectives into copy.
• Ensure copy aligns with brand voice, tone and style guidelines.
• Research audiences and industry trends to inform copy creation.
• Edit and proofread copy for clarity and accuracy.
• Contribute to content strategy and brainstorm new concepts.

Skills

Portfolio

Brand voice

Marketing principles

English proficiency

Audience adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptionally talented Senior Copywriter to join their vibrant marketing team in Polokwane . This role is perfect for a wordsmith who can craft compelling narratives, persuasive messages, and engaging content across various platforms. You will be instrumental in shaping the brand's voice and ensuring consistency in all communications, from website copy and ad campaigns to social media posts and marketing collateral. Your creativity and strategic thinking will directly contribute to enhancing brand perception and driving customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative and persuasive copy for a wide range of marketing materials, including website content, advertisements, brochures, email campaigns, and social media.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to understand project objectives and translate them into effective written content.
• Ensure all copy aligns with the brand's voice, tone, and style guidelines.
• Conduct research to understand target audiences and industry trends to inform copy creation.
• Edit and proofread copy to ensure clarity, accuracy, and grammatical correctness.
• Contribute to content strategy development and brainstorm new creative concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional copywriting experience, preferably within an agency or in-house marketing team.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of compelling and effective copy.
• Excellent understanding of marketing principles and how copy influences consumer behavior.
• Exceptional command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to adapt writing style to suit different audiences and platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based recognition.
• Full-time employment with comprehensive benefits including medical aid.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects in a creative environment.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• A collaborative team culture that values creativity and impactful storytelling.