Copywriter

Ninety9cents is a full-service, integrated advertising agency located in Cape Town, and is one of South Africa’s largest independently-owned agencies. Led by founder and Managing Director Andrew Brand, the agency’s extensive client base includes leading brands such as Shoprite/Checkers, Ackermans, PUMA and the Spur Group, to name but a few.



We are looking for a talented Integrated TTL Copywriter to join our growing team who:



Has proven cut-throat writing skills to work on a large national retail brand with a focus on alcohol,


Is able to work across various target markets, platforms and channels,


Has proven understanding of retail and alcohol brands,


Keeps a cool head and delivers exceptional results under pressure, against fast and tight deadlines and in volume,


Is able to work collaboratively in a team and


Is resourceful; focused and level-headed.



Requirements:


Relevant degree/diploma essential


At least 3+ years' relevant work experience as a copywriter in an advertising agency


Solid knowledge/understanding of digital platforms in conjunction with more traditional channels


Solid working knowledge and understanding of social content including:


SEO and SEM


AdWords


Analytics


Reporting


Must be willing to work on alcohol brands


Please provide your porti/digital porti as part of your application.



Due to the volume of ad responses, if you have not received a response to your application within 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.



Applications from EE candidates will be considered with preference in compliance with the Employment Equity Act.

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