Creative Copywriter
15 hours ago
(3-Month FTC | Potential Extension)
Location: Johannesburg | Start Date: 5 January 2026
Experience:
Must have agency experience
Cheil South Africa is looking for a Senior Copywriter with the craft, confidence, and cultural intuition to shape ideas for one of the world's most exciting brands — Samsung.
If your portfolio shows big, idea-led thinking, strong radio, and the ability to turn insights into stories that move people and products, we want to meet you.
What You'll Do:
Develop integrated, concept-driven campaigns across mobile, appliances, lifestyle & innovation.
Craft scripts, manifestos, radio, social, film & digital content.
Collaborate with art directors and the creative director to bring culturally relevant ideas to life.
Present with clarity and passion — and help elevate the craft across the studio.
What You Bring:
6+ years agency experience as a Copywriter/Senior Writer.
A portfolio with strong conceptual ideas and standout radio work.
Experience with premium/global brands (tech, lifestyle, FMCG, innovation).
Strong understanding of South African culture and nuance.
Ability to work fast, think big, and write with heart.
Contract:
3-month FTC
Potential extension upon successful completion
Join a team shaping what creativity looks like in South Africa — at the intersection of culture, craft, and innovation.
Interested?
Send your CV + portfolio to
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