Copywriter

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Cape Town, Western Cape
Mid level
Design
The Role
The Copywriter will create engaging and error-free content for various marketing platforms while aligning with the brand voice. Responsibilities include writing, editing, proofing, researching, and collaborating with teams to enhance marketing initiatives and manage multiple projects effectively.
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Unleash Your Creativity as a Copywriter in Our Dynamic Team!

We’re looking for a talented Copywriter to join our team and support our South-East Asia Group Manager by crafting engaging, persuasive, and error-free content. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative wordsmith with a passion for storytelling, who can deliver impactful content that aligns with our brand voice across multiple platforms. You’ll be working in a high-performance environment, collaborating with various teams, and contributing to the success of our marketing initiatives.

Only candidates currently residing in Cape Town will be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Content Creation: Write clear, compelling, and grammatically correct copy for digital and print marketing materials (e.g., websites, social media posts, email newsletters, advertisements, and product descriptions).
  • Brand Alignment: Ensure all content aligns with our brand voice and maintains platform consistency.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, design, and product teams to develop content strategies that complement campaigns and product launches.
  • Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit content for accuracy and clarity, ensuring error-free copy before publication.
  • Research: Research target audiences, market trends, and competitors to create relevant and impactful content.
  • Creative Input: Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for content and marketing campaigns.
  • Project Management: Manage multiple projects, meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Client Communication: Liaise with clients (if applicable) to ensure project briefs are understood and high-quality content is delivered.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

  • 2-4 years of copywriting experience in marketing, advertising, or media.
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • Strong command of English with excellent grammar, punctuation, and storytelling skills.
  • Familiarity with SEO principles and experience writing optimized content.
  • Creativity and ability to produce engaging content that stands out.
  • High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.
  • Ability to adapt tone and style to different audiences and platforms.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with CMS, social media platforms, Google Analytics, and SEO tools (a plus).
  • All employees are required to have an uncapped 20mbps (up/down) minimum internet connectivity line.

Advantageous Criteria:

  • Experience in design, architecture, or related industries.
  • Understanding of the South-East Asian market.
  • Experience in developing comprehensive content strategies.
  • Ability to write technical or specialized content if needed.
  • Basic graphic design skills to complement the written content.
  • A portfolio showcasing versatile writing across different mediums.

Key Characteristics:

  • Self-motivated: Able to work independently and take initiative.
  • Collaborative: A team player who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment.
  • Problem-Solving: Able to adapt to changing project needs and find creative solutions.
  • Passion for Writing: A storyteller at heart with a drive to create impactful content.
  • Detail-Oriented: Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do.
  • Organized & Proactive: Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be working in a high-performance environment with constant opportunities for growth and learning. We value creativity, collaboration, and precision, and you’ll have the chance to make a real impact by telling compelling stories that drive results.

If you're passionate about crafting meaningful content and thrive in a fast-paced, professional setting, apply today and help us tell our brand's story!

The Company
Gardens
292 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

South African-based firm SAOTA is a studio of architectural designers and technicians including in-house CGI and marketing teams, as well as strong support staff. It is driven by the dynamic combination of Stefan Antoni, Philip Olmesdahl, Greg Truen, Phillippe Fouché, Mark Bullivant, Roxanne Kaye, and Logen Gordon who share a potent vision easily distinguished in their design. This, paired with both an innovative and dedicated approach to the execution of projects, has seen SAOTA become an internationally sought-after brand. Capitalising on a unique understanding of an ever-evolving industry, SAOTA continues to build on past experiences and is well positioned to offer expert services to the corporate, institutional, commercial and residential marketplace. With strong roots in South Africa, now 85 % of SAOTA’s clientele is international with cities like Moscow, Sydney, Miami, Dubai and Lagos becoming an increasing source of both interest and business.

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