Mid-Level Copywriter | Jobs in Dubai, UAE by Space Oddity | Apply Now

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

• Creative Concept Development: Collaborate with the creative team to develop innovative and impactful concepts that align with client objectives and target audiences.
• Copywriting: Write clear, concise, and persuasive copy for a variety of marketing materials, including advertisements, website content, social media posts, blog articles, brochures, and other promotional materials.
• Social Media Captions: Create engaging and compelling captions for social media posts that resonate with the target audience and effectively communicate the desired message.
• Brand Messaging: Develop and maintain a deep understanding of client brands, ensuring brand consistency and effective messaging across all communication channels.
• Research and Market Analysis: Conduct research and gather relevant information to develop a thorough understanding of client industries, target audiences, competitors, and the GCC market.
• Campaign Collaboration: Work closely with the creative team, art directors, and designers to ensure cohesive integration of copy and visuals in advertising campaigns.
• Client Collaboration: Collaborate with account managers and clients to understand their needs, provide creative input, and present copy concepts and ideas.
• Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit copy to ensure accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to brand guidelines and client requirements.
• Stay Updated on Industry Trends: Continuously stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and emerging platforms to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the agency's work.
• Client Presentations: Present copy ideas and concepts to clients, articulating the creative rationale and addressing feedback and revisions as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mass communication, journalism, marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• Strong command of both English and Arabic (formal and informal).
• Proven experience (5 years) as a copywriter, preferably in an advertising agency or marketing department.
• Exceptional writing skills, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Strong creative thinking and conceptualization abilities.
• Understanding of marketing and advertising principles.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media trends.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research.
• Understanding of the GCC market and its unique cultural and consumer dynamics.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skill

Required Competencies:
• Excellent Writing Skills: Ability to write clear, concise, and persuasive copy that engages and communicates effectively.
• Creativity and Originality: Ability to develop unique and innovative ideas that resonate with target audiences.
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to understand client objectives and develop copy that aligns with marketing strategies and goals.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to proofreading and editing to ensure accuracy and error-free copy.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with the creative team, account managers, and clients.
• Market and Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on industry trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to inform copywriting strategies.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, prioritizing tasks effectively and delivering quality work within set timelines.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust copy and writing style to meet the needs of different clients, industries, and communication channels.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Space Oddity is a fully integrated advertising agency with offices in the UAE and Lebanon since 2009. Our eclectic team of talents believes that groundbreaking concepts come from a spotless know-how and a pinch of eccentricity.