Senior Copywriter

We are looking for an experienced and passionate copywriter to oversee our key clients and work with the digital team to deliver consistently great content and thinking that goes beyond writing social posts. Digital media is constantly evolving, so we are looking for a big thinker who is plugged into trends and insights.

Applicants need to deliver the perfect mix of copywriting and creativity and be able to create strategies and campaign concepts. Agency and brand experience is a prerequisite for this position as it is a senior role and will include overseeing junior community managers and ensuring the standard of work is met and always exceeded.

Candidates should only apply if they have a minimum of four years’ experience with demonstrated success in copywriting, campaigns and social media strategy development. As an

Hellosquare is a full service digital marketing agency with an established client portfolio which includes some of South Africa’s leading brands. We are a small specialised team who are passionate about all things digital. We are problem solvers who thrive on constantly improving. #AlwaysThinking

Duties and responsibilities

Attributes

Exceptional communication skills; written and verbal.

Strong conceptual skills.

Strategic thinking that can deliver great campaign ideas.

Multi-tasking skills necessary for working on concurrent projects.

Understands the value of creatively problem-solving brand challenges to meet marketing objectives.

A ‘never finished’ attitude, constantly elevating and looking to improve. Creative

Conceptualise and develop social content for our AAA clients.

Create consistent and distinctive copy styles for client communications.

Proofread, revise and/or redevelop existing campaigns. Strategic

Prepare and analyse status reports on social media efforts and success rate.

Work with account exec team, strategists and creatives to develop campaigns that resonate with the target audience.

Develop content strategies for new and existing clients.

Work with the account exec team to formulate and pitch new ideas/campaigns to current and potential clients. There is going to be a lot of this, so bring all your good ideas.

Staying on top of the latest trends to be at the forefront of innovation. Team management

Managing and overseeing the social team on key accounts.

Collaborate with designers to develop the creative vision. Experience

Minimum four+ years’ experience at a reputable advertising/digital agencies.

Experience working with FMCG/consumer brands or similar high profile brands.

Worked on digital campaigns that drive brand message and engagement.

Online copywriting and social media writing experience. To be considered for this role

Cover email – brevity is key, we are in digital after all.

Up-to-date CV.

Experience/examples of work (links to brand pages and campaigns).

Competency and a flair for African language/s. We offer:
Money, salary package based on experience

Paid holidays and vacation

An extremely smart and skilled team of professionals

Great coffee

Snacks and treats

Birthday cakes and presents

Lunch is on us every Monday

Amazing clients to work with

A team that works hard, has fun and loves a challenge

End of year bonus

4 pm finish time on Friday’s

A small team environment that allows for personal growth

A space where ideas and proactive work is encouraged