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    Junior Copywriter - Sandton, South Africa - Machine_

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    Machine_ Sandton, South Africa

    1 day ago

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    Job Description

    To create clear yet engaging and informative copy / content that captures our audiences.

    Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Develop and execute outstanding work across ATL/BTL.
  • Understand the client's strategy and business context, and always aim to do work that performs.
  • Work closely with a the creative team (i.e. Art Director) to generate creative ideas and concepts to fulfil the client's brief
  • Produce the "words" of sketches, storyboards, roughs or 'scamps' to communicate ideas to the client
  • Work closely and in co-operation with strategic planning and client service department under the direction of the Creative Director
  • Present concepts and ideas to the Creative Director (and Account Management) and to client when requested
  • Build a strongly collaborative relationship with the broader team, partners and clients
  • Timeous execution of work as scheduled by the traffic manager to ensure deadlines are met
  • Check all the content to ensure it retains the highest standard
  • Able to work on several campaigns at once
  • Cast actors for TV and Radio , and listen to voice overs.
  • Contribute to proactivity and innovative thinking on brands
  • Assist with pitches, awards and new business presentations as required
  • Keep abreast of consumer conversations that are trending
  • Keep abreast with industry trends and standards in order to ensure work is always fresh, world-class and original

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma required from a reputable institution.
  • 2-3 years' experience with an advertising agency, with at least 1 years' previous experience in a high-volume environment.
  • Digital advertising experience preferential.
  • A powerful creative portfolio that demonstrates originality, innovation, problem-solving and an understanding of TTL. Awards are highly advantageous.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, utilise resources, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within scope.
  • Demonstrate the ability to frame the conceptual idea in alignment with the brand's strategic intent and brand persona.
  • Strong interpersonal skills: a team player, persuasive negotiator, positive and innovative thinker.
  • Maintain high standards for execution and attention to tone and detail.
  • Highly motivated with a high level of initiative; ability to work independently, in support of the agency's creative goals and the client's business objectives.
  • Ability to make use of market research to influence ideas and concepts.
  • Understanding of the enormous capabilities of social media and the web.
  • Strong ability to multitask
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