PR and Digital Content Writer

Remuneration:	R25000 - R35000 per month cost-to-company
Benefits:	Structured package
Location:	Sandton, Fourways
Remote work:	Some remote work allowed
Education level:	Degree
Job level:	Mid
Own transport required:	Yes
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#LEW 01/12
Company:	Lewyll Communications

Client info:

Our client is an integrated industrial marketing agency in Fourways looking for an experienced Writer. Portfolio of clients are B2B and B2C, niche industry focus being Technical and Trade.

As a talented Copywriter, the ideal candidate should have a strong working knowledge of content marketing, social media, public relations and a keen eye for design. Your passion for writing will assist in the generation of press releases, content for websites, newsletters, emailers, blog posts, adverts and brochures. You will be working closely with the creative team and account managers, working from concept all the way through to production.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the creative and account services teams to determine the copy direction for content and writing projects
• Generate web content in line with current SEO strategies
• Interview clients and write application stories / case studies / press releases
• Generate suitable, newsworthy content from white papers
• Create creative content for print and digital adverts and banners
• Work to tight deadlines and thrive under pressure
• Ensure copy meets client brand guidelines

Requirements:

• A degree or Diploma in copywriting /journalism/English/media studies or related fields
• A Minimum of 4 - 6 years copywriting experience within a PR or Digital agency
• Strong conceptual and writing skills with a comprehensive knowledge of the Digital and or PR landscape
• Ability to create concepts and copy that deliver on creative briefs and aligns to business goals
• Impeccable grammar and spelling
• The ability to transform business-to-business (Industrial) information into engaging and topical copy

Personal skills and attributes:

• An extraordinary grasp of the English language
• Be flexible to different writing styles
• Attention to detail
• Thick skin and ability to take critism
• Team player and positive attitude is non-negotiable
• Commitment to the success of agency clients
• A passion for what you do - write for 8 hrs a day and LOVE it !!

NB:    You will be required to complete a copy test in order to progress your application to an interview

Posted on 29 Nov 16:16, Closing date 28 Jan