Are you a versatile writer with an in-depth understanding of digital channels and user experience? Do you have insights into different markets and what makes consumers tick? How about interpreting data and creating interesting, snackable content for everyone, from social media to the boardroom? You are! Great, we've been looking for you.
Pleased to meet you...
We're a small, dynamic team of creative designers, account managers, and strategists operating within ShopriteX – the Shoprite Group's innovation hub. Our team produces a wide range of content for the Group's leading brands. From Checkers and Shoprite supermarkets to the award-winning Xtra Savings program and even Sixty60, our on-demand grocery delivery app. We also service Africa's largest precision retail marketing agency, Rainmaker Media.
A slice of life at StudioX...
Our creatives may start the morning writing and designing infographics for Rainmaker sales decks. They may chat through scripts for an Xtra Savings benefit explainer video after lunch, and then end the day editing AI-generated subject lines across retail categories in Airtable – our glorified spreadsheet. In short, we're not afraid of hard work but remain fierce advocates for a healthy work-life balance.
Who we're looking for...
We're looking for a senior copy & content writer who is comfortable operating as a digital content producer for multiple design teams and brands, ideally excelling at:
Working across various target markets, platforms, and channels
Engaging consumers and employees with content
Keeping a cool head while delivering exceptional results under pressure
Smashing out high-quality copy, content, or ideas to fast and tight deadlines
Impressing project stakeholders with exceptional work and a can-do attitude
Deep diving into user journeys and customer experience design to amplify creative
But most importantly, our ideal candidate's love language will be working collaboratively in a cross-functional team of designers, developers, account managers, animators, strategists, and various product owners to create impactful and innovative content marketing collateral.
Our new content whisperer will be...
Working with the creative team to create our omnichannel retail content, particularly with graphic designers & animators
Integrating closely with stakeholders to deliver omnichannel retail content, particularly proofreaders, account managers, & brand managers
Being the custodian of the tone and language style for your brands
Interpreting reporting data and ideating content like videos and infographics
Taking responsibility for all written content in allocated communication projects
Taking joint responsibility with account management teams for the quality & delivery of work
Being able to write in different styles considering the brands and audiences
Translating a brief and the strategic requirements into a compelling solution
Unpacking briefs to fully leverage opportunities for highly creative output
Taking ownership of tasks and the creative process to progress towards deadlines
Understanding creative, artistic, and cultural trends and how to apply them
Being an integral part of ideation and creation – an impactful thought-leader
Being able to impactfully present your team's work to leaders and stakeholders
Having the ability to work within a team, as well as independently
Our new content whisperer will require...
Verbal and written command of the English language
Relevant copywriting degree/diploma (essential)
Relevant years work experience as a copywriter or content writer
Solid understanding of digital platforms in conjunction with traditional channels
Solid portfolio showcasing both ATL and digital work
Strong presentation skills
Strong strategic foundation
Proficiency at juggling both in-office and remote working environments
Our new content whisperer may also have...
Verbal and written proficiency in any additional South African languages (a plus)
A proven understanding of retail marketing and advertising (a plus)
Experience with trafficking and timekeeping software (e.g., Workbook/Chase)
Proficiency in MS Office & Teams
Experience working in cloud-based design platforms like Figma, InVision, etc. (a plus)
Proficiency with design programs like Photoshop, After Effects, etc. (a plus)
Exposure to SEO and SEM, as well as AdWords, Analytics, and Reporting (a plus)
Interested candidates must please submit a concise CV and a link to an online portfolio via our HR Platform.
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