12 July 2012

Job Opening: Content Writer for Zando (shoes and fashion online shopping website | South Africa)

Zando: your online style destination, offers South Africa the most comprehensive international and local fashion brands in shoes, accessories and apparel. Visit Zando at http://www.zando.co.za/ and discover style online when browsing through the collection of the latest fashion trends.

Writers working on the Zando team are expected to be punctual, quick and creative. As a writer for Zando you will have to be neat and disciplined, focused and energetic. This is a demanding position that requires commitment and hard-work. Co-operation and team work are core essentials at Zando. Thus, while writers need to be able to manage their own time and utilize their creativity independently, they must also possess the will of a team-player: striving for the ultimate goals of the entire team. Deadlines will have to be met promptly. Meticulous, fine-tuned written work will be expected. Writers are expected to come up with original and imaginative product descriptions under extreme time pressure. Finding this balance is the essential challenge in this position.

As an experienced copywriter, I provide professional copywriting and content creation services for use in websites, articles, blogs, speeches, newsletters, advertisements, and more.

The successful candidates: Expertly crafted language to increase Zando's sales, inspire and motivate our readers, create an enthusiastic fan-base and propel the achievement of our business and creative goals.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ZANDO WRITERS:

• Writing short & technical descriptions for products.
• Writing brand descriptions.
• Identifying characteristics and primary features of products – especially in fashion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in writing and/or editing.
• Experience in working in a team.
• Evidence of previous written work.
• Exceptional knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of fashion and the fashion industry.

Have we got you interested? We look forward to receiving your detailed application to Leeander Robertson with your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations via e-mail.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For submissions: apply here

Website: http://www.zando.co.za/
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