Creative Content Writer

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Derivco Full time

Job Profile Summary:

Join us to create the giants in the industry


At Derivco, we believe that our people are not just employees - they are the heart and soul of our business.

It's their skills, expertise, and passion that define who we are and drive us towards excellence every day.
We empower our people to think creatively, push boundaries, and take ownership of their work. We don't just want employees; we want innovators and difference-makers who are ready to make an impact.

Culture is at the core of everything we do. We create an environment where our people can thrive, grow, and unleash their full potential. We provide the right tools, support, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Job Description:

Are you a creative wordsmith with a knack for crafting engaging content across various platforms? Join our team as a
Creative Content Writer and bring your storytelling skills to life

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation and Standards:

  • Collaborate with internal teams to understand communication and marketing briefs.
  • Research content topics and determine creative direction.
  • Write highquality content for internal and external marketing materials and shortterm campaigns.
  • Ensure content aligns with brand standards and project requirements.

Planning & Direction:

  • Estimate content writing effort and assist in planning and prioritizing tasks.
  • Communicate progress and timelines to senior team members for effective planning.

Knowledge, Practices, & Continuous Improvement:

  • Review content from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring it meets quality standards.
  • Provide feedback and suggest improvements to enhance content quality.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Keep stakeholders informed about the progress of content writing projects.
  • Address any concerns and ensure alignment with project goals.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
  • Proven experience in content writing for various platforms.
  • Strong research, writing, and editing skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of content marketing and SEO best practices is a plus.

Why Join Derivco

  • Hybrid working model
  • Innovative and dynamic work environment
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Make a real impact on our company and clients
  • On site car parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme


School subsidies
  • Creche: we will give you R800 per month to help you cover the cost of your little ones (up to two kids, up to the age of three)

Pre School:
we will contribute R400 per month towards their school fees every month (up to two kids, up to the age of six)

High School:
depending on your years of service, we will subsidise high school fees, as such: 5 years - R55,0000 / 10 years - R80,000 / 15 years - R110,000

  • Leave Days starting at 20 days (plus all public holidays) and continues to increase by length of service.
  • Plus many onsite perks including Cake Fridays, 3 O' Clock Friday, socials, events and training and development


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