Junior Copywriter

homechoice is a leading South African homeware retailer. For 40 years we’ve helped our customers create beautiful homes they love with an innovative range of quality products they can afford.

• Write effective sales-driven marketing copy for all our digital and print channels
• Ensure a consistent brand tone is maintained across all platforms
• Write engaging copy that is clear and tailored to meet both the channel and target market profiles
• Experience writing for retail market brands is preferred
• Constantly strive to improve workflow and processes to work more efficiently and accurately
• Deadline-driven
• Effectively manage change in the creative department
• Build interdepartmental relationships for effective communication

• Degree or Diploma in Copywriting, English or Communication
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ copywriting experience in advertising, retail advertising, digital copywriting, direct marketing or below-the-line advertising
• Able to take ownership and produce engaging product copy with minimum guidance
• Computer literate (MS Office Suite)
• Excellent writing and grammar skills

• Good communication skills and an enquiring mind
• Deadline-driven with a passion for retail
• Innovative and articulate in communicating your ideas
• Excellent attention to detail
• Problem-solver and proactive
• Good planning and organisational ability

• Wow my customer
  • Walk in my customers’ shoes
  • Deliver on my promises
  • Deliver insight-led solutions my customers need
• Treat the business as my own
  • Take accountability
  • Be curious, creative & explore opportunities
  • Do it right & at the right time
• Play as a team
  • Be helpful
  • Be inclusive
  • Find the fun