Mr D, a division of takealot.com, is looking for a highly talented Copywriterto join our team in Cape Town.
We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!
Think you've been challenged before? Think again! Scale: Show the millions of Mr D customers what you can doLearn: We work with the best of the best, and then some.Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, Superbalist.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here's your chance.The position reports to the Head of Brand of Mr D Your responsibilities will include: Content Creation and Writing - Craft original copy for advertisements, social networks, and other marketing materials.
- Develop creative concepts into clear and Impactful content plans.
- Conduct industry-related research to identify gaps and generate fresh content ideas.
- Stay up-to-date with trends to create relevant and timely copy.Collaboration with Marketing and Design Teams
- Work closely with marketing to ensure copy aligns with strategic goals.
- Partner with design teams to complement text with visual aids.Editing and Proofreading
- Review and refine content generated by team members
- Ensure all content is accurate, well-crafted, and optimized for visibility.Attributes required: Creative: Adapt at translating brand concepts into rich, engaging copy.Detail-oriented: Vigilant in proofreading, ensuring content is flawless.Versatile: Comfortable writing for a wide array of formats and platforms.Strategic Thinker: Understands the intersection of content and business growth.Top of the class written communication and creative copywriting skillsRazor-sharp and lightning-quick proof-reading accuracy with an obsessive eye for detailAbility to write different types of copy consistently depending on its purposeCapability to present creative ideas confidently and succinctly (written & verbal)A grounding in Marketing and Communication principlesHighly organized and efficient, can work towards and meet tight deadlinesCreatively-minded with an ability to craft numerous campaigns across multiple departmentsResults-oriented with a can-do attitudeHigh energy with a thirst for knowledge and willingness to learnA passion for delivering outstanding customer experiencesAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentExperience in writing for online, blogging & social mediaExperience in creating content that builds memorable brandsCreative and open mindedHighly organized and efficient, whilst being flexible and versatileAn enthusiasm for, and an understanding of e-commerceTech savvy with an inquisitive mindThe appetite for being involved in a startup environmentConfident, with very strong interpersonal & communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships quicklyCompetent in managing content calendars and overseeing content teams.Familiar with SEO best practices and content optimization.Strong communication and time management skills.Qualifications and Experience: 5+ years of industry experience with a robust portfolio.Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Copywriting, Branding, Marketing or related field.Let's talk about life @ Mr D The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.No doors: We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy and more.Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds in the takealot group during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).Like what you see? If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!
Mr D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference
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