Senior Copywriter

2 days ago


Woodstock Cape Town ZA Pty Full time R384 000 - R720 000 per year
About Us

Step into the wild world of OneDayOnly – South Africa's OG daily deals hub. We're the pioneers of cool discounts, hitting you for just one day because, well, why overcomplicate things? We've got the big names, top suppliers, and a dash of our secret sauce to make you feel like a BIG DEAL. Not to brag, but we have over a million potential savvy shoppers getting our daily dose every 24 hours.

We're not fussy – if the price is right and the quality checks out, we're selling it. That's what makes us the go-to for both the smart buyer and the eager seller. Toss in the urgency of our deals, and boom, success happens quicker than you can blink. So, jump in, where FOMO meets killer deals, and let's turn every day into a retail party

About You

We're on the hunt for a Senior Copywriter to join the OneDayOnly creative team, someone who's not just good with words, but dangerously good. This isn't your average agency gig. It's the kind of role that reminds you why you fell in love with writing in the first place.

You take your craft seriously, but not yourself. You solve problems, crack clever lines, and turn vague briefs into sharp, effective copy. You're proactive, collaborative, and confident enough to bring big ideas to the table and generous enough to share the spotlight. Your writing doesn't just sound good; it works. You know how to turn browsers into buyers and followers into fans. And yes, you'll get a staff discount because writers deserve nice things too.

Responsibilities
  • Own and evolve the OneDayOnly tone of voice; you'll know it so well, you could ghostwrite our inner thoughts.
  • Write across every touchpoint: web, email, banners, product descriptions, campaign concepts, and the occasional customer service gem.
  • Partner with the social media team to craft scroll-stopping content for Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
  • Contribute to campaign ideation, concept development, and brand storytelling for major projects.
  • Ensure all content is polished, proofed, and ready to perform.
  • Collaborate with designers, strategists, and marketers to develop smart, effective creative that stands out from the crowd.
  • Champion creative consistency and quality across all brand communications.
Requirements, Skills, & Qualifications
  • A relevant degree or diploma in Copywriting, Creative Writing, or Marketing.
  • 5+ years of experience as a copywriter, ideally within a marketing or advertising agency.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing conceptual and executional range.
  • Proven ability to adapt tone and style across channels and formats.
  • Excellent command of language, grammar, and the subtle art of persuasion.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, you'd notice if a comma went missing in a 3,000-word product feed.
  • Highly creative and strategically minded.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills, you know how to juggle, prioritize, and deliver without dropping the ball.
  • Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to take initiative.
  • Familiarity with a wide range of content platforms from digital to radio, and everything in between.
  • Curiosity and openness to working with AI tools to enhance ideation, efficiency, and creative output (no, it's not replacing you, it's just making you even more of a powerhouse).
  • Punctual, reliable, and consistent because great ideas still need great follow-through.
Values
  • Challenge Accepted: We create bold campaigns, own our results, and push creative boundaries to make an impact.
  • Solve Smart: We use insights, data, and innovation to solve marketing challenges creatively and effectively.
  • Character Counts: We communicate honestly, ethically, and with creativity, building trust with customers and colleagues.
  • Customer Obsessed: We deeply understand our audience, delivering content and campaigns that resonate and drive action.
  • Seriously Unserious: We bring enthusiasm, wit, and fun to our campaigns and teamwork, while staying results-focused.

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