Mr D - Copywriter

Mr D, a division of takealot.com, is looking for a highly talented Copywriter to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

Scale: Show the millions of Mr D customers what you can do

Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some.

Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, Superbalist.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance.

The position reports to the Head of Brand of Mr D

Your responsibilities will include:

Content Creation and Writing

- Craft original copy for advertisements, social networks, and other marketing materials.

- Develop creative concepts into clear and Impactful content plans.

- Conduct industry-related research to identify gaps and generate fresh content ideas.

- Stay up-to-date with trends to create relevant and timely copy.

Collaboration with Marketing and Design Teams

- Work closely with marketing to ensure copy aligns with strategic goals.

- Partner with design teams to complement text with visual aids.

Editing and Proofreading

- Review and refine content generated by team members

- Ensure all content is accurate, well-crafted, and optimized for visibility.

Attributes required:

Creative: Adapt at translating brand concepts into rich, engaging copy.

Detail-oriented: Vigilant in proofreading, ensuring content is flawless.

Versatile: Comfortable writing for a wide array of formats and platforms.

Strategic Thinker: Understands the intersection of content and business growth.

Top of the class written communication and creative copywriting skills

Razor-sharp and lightning-quick proof-reading accuracy with an obsessive eye for detail

Ability to write different types of copy consistently depending on its purpose

Capability to present creative ideas confidently and succinctly (written & verbal)

A grounding in Marketing and Communication principles

Highly organized and efficient, can work towards and meet tight deadlines

Creatively-minded with an ability to craft numerous campaigns across multiple departments

Results-oriented with a can-do attitude

High energy with a thirst for knowledge and willingness to learn

A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Experience in writing for online, blogging & social media

Experience in creating content that builds memorable brands

Creative and open minded

Highly organized and efficient, whilst being flexible and versatile

An enthusiasm for, and an understanding of e-commerce

Tech savvy with an inquisitive mind

The appetite for being involved in a startup environment

Confident, with very strong interpersonal & communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships quickly

Competent in managing content calendars and overseeing content teams.

Familiar with SEO best practices and content optimization.

Strong communication and time management skills.

Qualifications and Experience:

5+ years of industry experience with a robust portfolio.

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Copywriting, Branding, Marketing or related field.

Let’s talk about life @ Mr D

The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.

No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.

Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy and more.

Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds in the takealot group during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).

Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.

Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.

Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!

Mr D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference