Job Description

BASIC INFORMATION

Department:

Marketing

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Johannesberg

CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact Person:

Amanda Lekale

Contact Email:

lekale@amrod.co.za

Contact Phone:

0114579000

DATES

Date Circulated:

31 Jul 2025

Closing Date:

15 Aug 2025

MINIMUM SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

3+ years proven experience in a copywriting, content writing, or editorial role.



Strong portfolio demonstrating diverse writing styles (e.g. product, editorial, digital, script).



Experience writing product blurbs and catalogue content.



Experience writing internal-facing content such as staff features, newsletters, or HR communications.



Familiarity with marketing communications and brand storytelling.



Solid understanding of grammar, spelling, syntax, and proofreading.



Ability to interpret briefs and translate technical info into engaging copy.



Skilled at editing and improving existing copy for tone, clarity, and consistency.



Experience collaborating with marketing, product, design, and internal comms teams.



Comfort with fast-paced environments and multitasking across projects.



Understanding of SEO, digital channels, and CMS tools would be advantageous. (preferred but not essential).

BEHAVIOURAL DIMENSIONS REQUIRED

Writing Proficiency



Attention to Detail



Content Versatility



Brand Stewardship



Collaboration



Time Management



Creative Thinking



Accountability



Adaptability



Takes Initiative

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF KEY PERFORMANCE AREAKEY PERFORMANCE AREA

Create engaging, accurate, and brand-aligned copy for various channels (web, print, video, internal).

Produce written content for product blurbs, catalogues, articles, scripts, staff features, and more.

Ensure all copy is completed to brief, on time, and fit for purpose.

Edit and proofread marketing materials to ensure clarity, grammar, spelling, and tone consistency.

Uphold high standards of accuracy and alignment with brand/editorial guidelines.

Perform content reviews to identify and correct inconsistencies or errors.

Apply and maintain a consistent brand voice across all copy, formats, and platforms.

Collaborate with marketing leadership to refine tone of voice guidelines when needed.

Act as a quality gatekeeper for written communication within the department.

Craft meaningful employee profiles, human stories, and staff features for internal communication tools (e.g. staff books, yearbooks).

Write compelling interview-based content, including question development and narrative shaping.

Support HR and comms teams in articulating culture and people-focused messaging.

Work closely with marketing, design, product, web, HR, and video teams to align messaging.

Attend creative briefings and contribute copy ideas and content solutions.

Adapt copy for use across different media and platforms as required.

Manage content deadlines and contribute to campaign or content calendars.

Maintain organized records of version-controlled copy and approvals.

Help identify content needs or gaps and suggest solutions proactively

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This role is pivotal in shaping the language, tone, and messaging across all written content for the business. From product blurbs and catalogues to internal storytelling, editorial articles, and video scripts, the Content Writer ensures clarity, consistency, and creativity across every channel and format.