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Copywriter (Midweight)

INDUSTRY IMMERSION

Midrand
Copywriter (Midweight)
Copywriting
Mid
Permanent
Copywriter
Emeris
www.emeris.ac.za
15/07/2026

We are seeking a skilled Midweight Copywriter to support the development of clear, engaging, and brand-aligned content across communication platforms. This role plays a key part in translating strategic objectives into compelling messaging that resonates with prospective students, current students, staff, and external stakeholders.

Brief Interpretation, Brainstorming and Conceptualisation

  • Understand the brief, objectives, and deliverables, and interpret briefs strategically
  • Conduct research and remain familiar with competitors' creative executions
  • Stay on trend by sourcing inspirational material and references for the studio
  • Actively contribute to brainstorming sessions and collaborate with designers and stakeholders to develop integrated creative concepts
  • Stay up to date with digital trends, content best practices, and emerging platforms
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve content effectiveness and engagement

Content Creation

  • Write clear, concise, grammatically correct, and error-free content that is engaging and original
  • Develop and edit high-quality copy for a variety of channels, including websites, brochures, emails, social media, presentations, and internal communications
  • Translate complex or technical information into accessible, audience-friendly content
  • Support campaign development for student recruitment, events, and campus initiatives
  • Adapt tone and messaging across different audiences and platforms while maintaining consistency
  • Develop headlines, taglines, and long-form content aligned to campaign objectives

Proof reading/Editing

  • Proofread and quality-check all content produced by the studio to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance
  • Ensure no grammar or spelling errors appear in any creative output designed by the studio
  • Maintain consistency in terminology, messaging, and style across all platforms

Management of Tasks

  • Manage the creative process on allocated projects
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work
  • Contribute to content planning and continuous improvement of communication strategy
  • Demonstrate strong time management and the ability to prioritise effectively
  • Take ownership of projects from brief through to final delivery, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met

 Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work closely with designers, marketing team, and internal stakeholders to deliver creative outputs
  • Present copy concepts and incorporate feedback constructively
  • Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners

Competencies

  • Adaptability to different audiences (students, academics, corporate partners)
  • Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Proactive, self-motivated and solutions-drive
  • An eye for detail and a methodical, organised way of working, even when multitasking

Minimum Qualification Requirement:

  • Degree in Copywriting, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent qualification demonstrating strong writing ability)

Minimum Work Experience Requirement:

  • 3–5 years’ experience in copywriting (Corporate and Creative agency)
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of writing styles and formats

 

Apply: https://emeris.simplify.hr/Vacancy/185833

Posted on : 12/06/2026
Apply by Email
https://emeris.simplify.hr/Vacancy/185833
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