Senior Copywriter

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Cape Town, City of Cape Town, Western Cape
In-Office
Senior level
Agency • Marketing Tech
The Role
The Senior Copywriter will create engaging content for digital platforms, collaborate with designers, guide junior writers, and stay updated on digital trends.
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About Ogilvy  

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

We are looking for a Senior Copywriter

We mentioned our global footprint, and this path leads to into the world of cutting-edge customer comms for a renowned UK powerhouse. Join our elite team shaping their success story.

Your journey will involve close collaboration with art directors, strategists, and account maestros, crafting magnetic copy that dances to the brand's rhythm. With your digital genius and telecom-retail wizardry, we're set to launch irresistible campaigns that truly connect with our audience. Step into the excitement - apply today!

About you

Above all, you'll be a creative wizard with a dash of human sparkle. You're not just a writer – you're a word magician, conjuring up ideas that make customers go "Wow!" in every direction. You'll have a personal love affair with the art of crafting words. More than that, you'll need to sprinkle your wisdom onto our junior team members.

If we were to guess, you've probably danced with direct and customer comms before, and you totally get how owned channels can be the trusty steeds that carry truth. 🚀

 Responsibilities

  • Work with the team to create fresh digital ideas for global campaigns
  • Write engaging content for various online platforms like social media, websites, blogs, emails, and ads.
  • Keep the brand's voice consistent while delivering key messages.
  • Collaborate closely with designers for smooth copy-visual integration
  • Research trends, insights, and competitors for creative enhancement.
  • Guide junior writers, fostering a creative workspace.
  • Present ideas well, adapting based on feedback.
  • Stay updated on digital trends, boosting skills and agency growth.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in advertising, marketing, communications, or related field.
  • 7+ years proven copywriting experience, especially in digital and telecom/retail.
  • Compelling portfolio across digital platforms.
  • Strong writing skills, creatively persuasive.
  • Innovative thinker, pushing digital boundaries.
  • Proficient in English, including grammar and SEO.
  • Detail-oriented, meets deadlines.
  • Experience in providing excellent communication for diverse audiences.

Offer

  • Full-time job within a growing and trendsetting agency
  • Global client portfolio
  • Attractive package and benefits
  • Continuous trainings. Career conversation and growing opportunities
  • Flexible homeworking policy

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. 

We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. 

Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
11,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1948

What We Do

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. We build on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. We are proud to currently rank as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying our ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. 

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