Graduate Junior Copywriter

Midrand - We are looking for a creative and very passionate Copywriter to write clear and concise copy for any of marketing collateral (products brochure, blogs, ads, publications and websites). Your words will inform and engage target audiences.Our ideal candidate is a team-spirited, skilled and imaginative writer with an eye for detail. If you can grasp project requirements quickly and offer valuable insight, we’d like to meet you.Submit up to three writing samples, so we can get an idea of your best work. Feel free to include links to your content or portfolio in your application.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLEWriting clear, compelling copy for various mediums (e.g. ads, blog posts, newsletters, mailers, brochure and other marketing collateral on & offline )Conducting thorough research and interviewsWorking with creative professionals to build marketing projects and campaigns.Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)Conduct high-quality research and interviewsWrite clear marketing copy to promote our products/servicesPrepare well-structured drafts using Content Management SystemsProofread and edit blog posts before publicationSubmit work to editors for input and approvalCoordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate articlesConduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web trafficPromote content on social mediaIdentify customers’ needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topicsEnsure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone)Update website content as neededMINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSProven experience as a copywriter or related roleKnowledge of online content strategy and creationExcellent writing, editing and proofreading skillsExperience with SEOStrong research skillsCreativityCollaborative spiritExcellent time-management and organizational skillsBSc/BA in marketing, English, journalism or related fieldKnowledge of French language may be beneficial