Content Writer jobs in South Africa
Content Writer (Retail)
Southey Contracting
Junior Content Writer
Wiggle Digital
Senior Content Writer Ux And Marketing
Tower Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Content Writer
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Social Media Writer
FNB South Africa
Copy Writer
Kendrick Recruitment
Senior Content Writer (Ux And Marketing)
Tower Group South Africa (PTY) Ltd
Content Writer (Retail)
Southey Contracting Offshore Division
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TripleTen
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Exclusively Remote
Content Writer (Retail)
Job summary
A leading creative agency in Cape Town is looking for a Content Writer responsible for crafting engaging content across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience, exceptional writing and editing skills, and a degree related to communication or marketing. This role offers the chance to contribute to brand storytelling and marketing strategies in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
- 2 - 5 years of content writing experience, preferably in retail or design.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating writing skills.
- Ability to adapt writing style for various audiences.
Responsibilities
- Craft engaging written content for various platforms.
- Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines.
- Edit and proofread marketing materials for accuracy.
Skills
Education
Tools
The Content Writer will be responsible for crafting engaging written content that reflects the brand identity, enhances customer experience, and supports marketing, digital, and product objectives. This role involves producing a variety of content types, from product descriptions and social media captions to blog posts, email campaigns, press releases, and campaign messaging.
- Write clear, compelling, and on-brand content for multiple platforms including :
- Website and e-commerce product descriptions
- Email marketing campaigns and newsletters
- Social media captions and ad copy
- Blog articles and brand stories
- In-store signage and packaging copy
- Press releases and internal communications
- Ensure all written content is aligned with visual identity, and brand guidelines
- Collaborate with design, marketing, product, and e-commerce teams to support product launches, campaigns, and storytelling
- Assist in developing content calendars and campaign themes
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions and campaign ideation
- Ensure deadlines are met across all content-related deliverables
- Edit and proofread marketing materials, ensuring accuracy, grammar, and brand consistency
- Review content created by other departments to maintain tone and messaging quality
- Apply basic SEO principles to digital content to improve visibility and engagement
- Stay updated on digital content trends and consumer engagement strategies
- Degree or diploma in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing , or related field
- 2 – 5 years of content writing experience , preferably within retail, lifestyle, or design-focused industries
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- A strong portfolio demonstrating diverse content creation skills (digital and print)
- Understanding of e-commerce, SEO, and social media best practices
- Ability to adapt writing style for different channels and audiences
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
- Passion for storytelling, design, and creative branding
- Experience with CMS platforms (e.g., Shopify, WordPress)
- Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
- Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Klaviyo)
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.