Copywriter

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


WELCOME TO OLXAt OLX, we work together to build a more sustainable world through trade.We make it safe, smart, and convenient to buy and sell cars, find housing, get jobs, buy and sell household goods, and more. Our colleagues around the world help to serve millions of people around the world every month, through its well-loved consumer brands including OLX, Otodom, Property24.Join OLX and see how far you can go.Are you an experienced Copywriter who regularly uses keyword research, industry data, and consumer insights to create attention-grabbing and persuasive creative concepts and copy.You have a proven track record in ideation and crafting copy for through-the-line brand campaigns from start to finish, as well as hands-on digital and social media marketing expertise and you have proofreading and editing skills.If so keep reading you might just be interested in joining the AutoTrader team. Minimum Criteria for the role

  • 5+ years as a copywriter (ideally for a medium-large brand or a creative agency)
  • Established track record in ideating concepts and crafting copy for multi-media campaigns
  • A robust portfolio that showcases multiple channels including, but not limited to, digital, out-of-home, public relations, social media, email marketing and user interface copy. Please submit your portfolio link as part of your application
  • Strong project management skills / proven experience in working with a greater creative team
  • Experience in keyword and content research
  • Strong proficiency in Keynote, Google Slides, Google Docs, etc. You will be required to present your concepts in a compelling way to a creative forum
  • Ability to write well-structured briefs to partner agencies
Core areas of responsibility include, but not limited to
  • Through-the-line Brand Campaigns
  • User Interface Copy
  • Direct Marketing
  • Social Media
  • Industry Reports
  • The ideal candidate must have a proven track record on the above
Required Skills
  • Creativity: Ability to generate fresh, engaging, and innovative ideas for content and campaigns
  • Copywriting Expertise: Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to produce clear, persuasive, and original copy
  • Social Media Savvy: Experienced with social media platforms and best practices, including managing content calendars and social campaigns
  • Project Management: Organised and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse and measure the effectiveness of content and campaigns, using insights to drive improvements
Applications received without a portfolio will immediately be excluded.Special requirements:Driver's licenseFlexible working hours (ad hoc when required)Why join OLX?At OLX, we invest in ourselves and each other to reach our full potential. We avoid bureaucracy and empower our teams to innovate; with opportunities, training, and leadership behaviors a key focus for all. Our commitment to inclusion ensures we listen to a diverse range of voices when making decisions. And, we combine the spirit and agility of a startup with our global scale and the backing of Prosus, one of the largest consumer internet groups in the world.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at OLXAt OLX, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage people of all races, ethnicities, disabilities, ages, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, religions, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.If you are excited about this role, and your past experiences do not align perfectly with every criteria asked for in the job description, we would still like you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities across the business, and we'd like to hear from you.OLX (OLX consists of OLX Global B.V. and its affiliated companies) will handle your personal data with care and will process your personal data to assess your fit for the position you are applying for. You can give your consent (optional) to allow us to store your data for up to 12 months after the application process. So that in case you are not fit for the role at stake we can consider you for other suitable roles.Please refer to our to find out more about how your application data will be processed.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1387726
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned