The iKhokha Talent team is searching for a Junior Copywriter.
As a startup making waves in the Financial Services space, we’re looking for our own creative rockstar and truth seeker to join our iKhokha Creative Team.
To be our next aspiring creative maverick, you will need to have solid writing and conceptual abilities, and a desire to learn and grow.
You must also be a team player, self-starter, free-thinker and an all-round lekker human who gets a buzz out of helping South African small businesses flourish.
So, what will you do?
As a Junior Copywriter, you’ll work closely with our Creative and Marketing teams to write communications and advertisements that drive business growth and build our brand. If you are keen to play a key role in helping SA’s fastest-growing FinTech & make business easier for South African entrepreneurs, then #JoinTheHustle
The Deal Breakers:
1 – 2 years’ work experience as a Junior Copywriter, Content Writer, or similar role.
A qualification in Copywriting, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or relevant field.
Copywriting samples; a portfolio of published articles or conceptual work.
An ability to write with simplicity in a clear, creative and informative way.
Excellent writing and editing skills in English.
Experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress, Hubspot etc.)
Basic knowledge of SEO and keyword research tools.
Familiarity with social media campaigns and planning.
Solid time-management skills.
Secondary language (e.g. Zulu, Xhosa) is advantageous.
What are we looking for?
Write and proofread copy under the guidance of the Senior Copywriter and Creative Director.
Create promotional ad copy for online performance marketing campaigns.
Write blog articles and web copy.
Assist in creating campaigns ranging from retail to social media.
Conduct basic keyword research.
Submit well-structured drafts to the Senior Copywriter within deadlines.
Update existing content on web pages.
Participate in email marketing campaigns.
Implement SEO practices.
Contribute to inbound marketing campaigns.
Work closely with designers to create knock-out creative that converts.