Company Description

FOUNDED IN 1926, PUBLICIS GROUPE IS NOW THE 2ND LARGEST COMMUNICATIONS GROUP IN THE WORLD. THROUGH A POWERFUL ALCHEMY OF CREATIVITY AND TECHNOLOGY, WE ARE DRIVING BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION ACROSS THE ENTIRE VALUE CHAIN.

Job Description

Scope of the role

A creative individual who loves writing (in English, ability to write in vernac advantageous); ability to write across traditional and Digital platforms

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Develop and execute outstanding work across ATL/BT/Social and DigitalUnderstand the client’s strategy and business context, and always aim to do work that performsWork closely with multi-disciplined team members to generate conceptsWork collaboratively with intergrated partners under the direction of the CD/ECDOn a daily basis report and update the status of jobs and issues to the CD/ECDPresent concepts both internally and to clientsBuild strong collaborative relationship with the team, partners and clientsTimeous execution of work against scheduled deadlines by the Traffic ManagerAbility to work on multiple campaigns at any given timeCast actors for TV, content, Radio, and listen to voice and video auditionsWrite and brief Production documents to the relevant Production departmentsContribute to proactivity and innovative thinking on brands within the portfolio.Attend reviewsKeep abreast of advertising trends within industry best practice

Qualifications

Qualifications / Experience / Skills:      

Tertiary qualification in Copywriting / AdvertisingA good command of the English language (both verbal and written)Excellent writing / grammar and proofreading skillsStrong time management skillsStrong multitasking skills (ability to work on multiple briefs at any given time)Strong presentation skillsAn eye catching portfolio detailing ATL / BTL / Digital (TTL)

 

Additional Information

Personality Attributes

Team playerAbility to remain calm in a highly pressurized environmentAbility to take ownership and work in an autonomous mannerMeticulous with attention to detailA can-do attitude and a willingness to go the extra mileDeadline drivenAdaptableResilientSolution drivenAssertiveOther:Flexible to work beyond normal working hours (overtime if and when required)

Interested candidates must please submit a concise CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Publicis Groupe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibits any forms of Discrimination or Harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees in line with our Employment Equity Plan. All appointments will be based on qualifications, experience and best fit but preference will be given to candidates from designated groups.