Copy Writer
MORE Collection
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 15 September 2025 - Closing Date 30 September 2025

Job Details

Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

We're seeking a passionate mid-level copywriter to create compelling copy across diverse marketing channels for MORE Collection. You'll craft everything from persuasive sales materials to engaging digital content, maintaining our authentic South African brand voice. This high-energy role requires someone who thrives under pressure and works collaboratively with our dynamic marketing team.


Key Responsibilities

Copywriting and Content Creation

  • Create compelling copy for marketing materials including brochures, sales collateral, direct mailers, email campaigns, and digital content
  • Write engaging scripts for webinars, presentations, video content, and YouTube channel
  • Develop persuasive, SEO-optimised website copy that drives conversions
  • Produce sales enablement materials and craft targeted content for different audience segments across all MORE Collection properties
  • Stay current with industry trends, competitor activities, and platform-specific writing requirements
  • Edit and proofread all marketing materials to ensure accuracy and brand consistency
  • Collaborate with design, digital and social teams to create cohesive visual and written communication

Digital Writing and Brand Consistency

  • Write for digital platforms including YouTube, websites and email marketing
  • Create compelling titles, descriptions, and content optimised for search and engagement
  • Ensure all copy reflects MORE Collection's brand personality: obsessive, bold, progressive, authentic, spirited, and caring
  • Maintain warm, direct, proudly South African tone across all communications
  • Adapt messaging based on analytics insights while maintaining brand voice consistency

Collaboration and Deadline Management

  • Work closely with social and digital marketing teams
  • Manage multiple writing assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
  • Be proactive in identifying content opportunities and bringing creative suggestions to the team with genuine excitement and passion
  • Maintain obsessive attention to detail in all deliverables

Requirements and Skills

Essential Experience

  • 5-7 years of copywriting experience specifically in hospitality/luxury travel industry
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
  • Proven portfolio with 3-5 samples demonstrating brochure copy, digital content and sales material
  • Strong digital copywriting skills across platforms including website copy, email marketing, YouTube content, and video scripts
  • Understanding of SEO principles and luxury hospitality customer journey

Technical Skills

  • Excellent command of English with impeccable grammar and writing skills
  • Basic understanding of Google Analytics and performance tracking
  • Knowledge of social media writing and platform-specific requirements

Personal Attributes

  • Obsessive attention to detail and high-pressure performance capabilities
  • Bold creative thinking with authentic South African voice
  • Spirited energy and proactive approach to identifying opportunities
  • Appreciation for South African heritage and wildlife/safari experiences
  • Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills

MAXIMIZING YOUR IMPACT AS A MEMBER OF THE MORE COLLECTION
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Guest focus philosophy, living the MORE brand and driving the MORE experience.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication.
  • Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control.
  • Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & solution seeking skills.
  • Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required.
  • Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible.
  • Must work accurately under pressure.
  • People skills – tolerance, patience, and care, ability to receive constructive feedback openly.


Be AWARE (the “thoughtful” value)
Eyes and ears open
Arrive ready
Be human

Respond GENEROUSLY (the “more” value)Always respond
Give more, do more
Have a mindset of abundance

Strength in DIVERSITY (the “family” value)Act in harmony
Work together
Act inclusively

Make it BETTER (the “continuous improvement” value)
Positively influence
Keep learning
Own it