Mr D - Copywriter

Mr D, a division of takealot.com, is looking for a highly talented Copywriter to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you've been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Show the millions of Mr D customers what you can do
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, Superbalist.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here's your chance.

The position reports to the Head of Brand of Mr D

Your responsibilities will include:

• Content Creation and Writing
• Craft original copy for advertisements, social networks, and other marketing materials.
• Develop creative concepts into clear and Impactful content plans.
• Conduct industry-related research to identify gaps and generate fresh content ideas.
• Stay up-to-date with trends to create relevant and timely copy.
• Collaboration with Marketing and Design Teams
• Work closely with marketing to ensure copy aligns with strategic goals.
• Partner with design teams to complement text with visual aids.
• Editing and Proofreading
• Review and refine content generated by team members
• Ensure all content is accurate, well-crafted, and optimized for visibility.

Attributes required:

• Creative: Adapt at translating brand concepts into rich, engaging copy.
• Detail-oriented: Vigilant in proofreading, ensuring content is flawless.
• Versatile: Comfortable writing for a wide array of formats and platforms.
• Strategic Thinker: Understands the intersection of content and business growth.
• Top of the class written communication and creative copywriting skills
• Razor-sharp and lightning-quick proof-reading accuracy with an obsessive eye for detail
• Ability to write different types of copy consistently depending on its purpose
• Capability to present creative ideas confidently and succinctly (written & verbal)
• A grounding in Marketing and Communication principles
• Highly organized and efficient, can work towards and meet tight deadlines
• Creatively-minded with an ability to craft numerous campaigns across multiple departments
• Results-oriented with a can-do attitude
• High energy with a thirst for knowledge and willingness to learn
• A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in writing for online, blogging & social media
• Experience in creating content that builds memorable brands
• Creative and open minded
• Highly organized and efficient, whilst being flexible and versatile
• An enthusiasm for, and an understanding of e-commerce
• Tech savvy with an inquisitive mind
• The appetite for being involved in a startup environment
• Confident, with very strong interpersonal & communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships quickly
• Competent in managing content calendars and overseeing content teams.
• Familiar with SEO best practices and content optimization.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5+ years of industry experience with a robust portfolio.
• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Copywriting, Branding, Marketing or related field.

Let's talk about life @ Mr D

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds in the takealot group during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Mr D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference