Mid-Level Creative Copywriter Job at Ogilvy South Africa in Capetown
Ogilvy South Africa, Capetown, CA, United States
About the job Mid-Level Creative Copywriter
Mid-level Creatives are client-facing, conceptual thinkers who can work alone and in collaboration with other conceptual creatives & creative specialists. They possess sufficient communication skills to visualize and sell their creative ideas. Conceptual Creatives can think through the funnel, from big attention-grabbing platform ideas to functional bottom-of-the-funnel conversion ideas.
This role requires someone who can work efficiently under pressure, collaborating with media and strategy from the outset. We thrive in a fast-paced environment, and having a solution-oriented mindset is key to succeeding in this role.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of an ACD or Creative Director, you will be responsible for the concept and ideation of campaign ideas, leading ideas through the funnel from big idea to purchase.
Key requirements include:
- Strong conceptual ability (top of the funnel excellence).
- Confidence and good communication skills as the role involves a high level of client engagement.
- Creative leadership that understands and promotes platform storytelling.
- Financially conscious.
- Culture of creative collaboration with the System (paid media) and Story (strategy) teams.
- Good design skills across a wide range of creative mock-up executions & presentation designs (internal & external) e.g. Keynote, Photoshop, QuickTime Player, etc.
- Culture of agility (rapid turnaround).
- Culture of innovation.
- Strong and up-to-date knowledge of communication platforms and formats & channels.
- Understanding of, and ability to develop, bottom-of-the-funnel performance content.
- Understanding of the ever-changing consumer landscape.
Requirements
Internal Mandatories
- Ensure that the creative team/traffic manager/production manager are aligned throughout projects to meet deadlines.
- Responsible for overcoming any difficulties and finding solutions during the project while keeping team members informed.
- Build strong relationships and foster good team spirit with both clients and agency members to bring great ideas and creative work to life.
- Maintain a solution-focused attitude.
Administration
- Thorough working knowledge of Workbook (timesheets).
- Responsible for ensuring work is produced efficiently and on time.
- Work in close collaboration with seniors who will set a structured way of working.