VMLY&R, an American marketing and communications firm founded from the merger of VML, specializes in advertising, digital and social media, sales promotion, direct marketing, and brand identification consulting. In order to develop linked brands, the global brand and customer experience agency VMLY&R uses creativity, technology, and culture. . .
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Department: Advertising Services
Job Type: Hybrid
Who Are We Looking For?
Are you meticulous about the implied meanings of certain exact phrases as opposed to a little variation? Do you carefully review your writing before sending out crucial emails, making numerous edits? Did it upset you that the term “pore” rather than “pour” should have been used in the previous sentence? You might be the person we’re seeking for if any or all of the aforementioned statements are true.
To join our Johannesburg team, VMLY&R SA is looking for a gifted copywriter with extensive agency expertise. In order to design and carry out successful campaigns, the ideal applicant will be able to captivate an audience with language and will work well with the creative and strategic teams. It is essential to combine meticulous attention to detail with unrestricted creative thought.
Responsibilities
- Writing copy for a variety of mediums including, but not limited to, social media, print, outdoor, radio, television, web content, and other digital (which is becoming increasingly diverse).
- Conceptualizing creative, brand-appropriate solutions to meet strategic goals based on client briefs.
- Blue-sky concept brainstorming of proactive creative campaigns, both for existing and potential clients.
- Communicating effectively with clients in pitching ideas and concepts, as well as working with feedback constructively.
- An interest in and awareness of emerging trends in technology, advertising, and culture to inspire ground-breaking, innovative, and culturally relevant creative ideas.
- Have the ability to create a tonality guide and copy guidelines for messaging across different business units.
- Create copy for a large client that will require quick turnaround times.
- Review campaigns and content plans for tone and copy quality.
Qualification
- More than 2-3 years of agency experience.
- Qualification in copywriting from a reputable educational institution is ideal
Additional Requirements
- Must submit a portfolio of work, preferably via URL.
Additional information
We are always on the lookout for top talent to add to our group of passionate thinkers. We might be the right location for you if you’re ready to create work that has a lasting impact on people’s lives. We adore individuals with captivating personalities and just the right bit of craziness. We prioritize individuals before egos. We are team players, dreamers with no fear, and most of all, passionate professionals that like great concepts.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified persons should Email CV to: [email protected]