Content Writer/Blogger - Intern.
Who we are
We are a creative writing and performance media house, we are based in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga. We are in the business of making superstars out of poets. Our main objective is to bridge the gap between creative writers and their audiences. We are about innovating the way poetry is packaged and presented. Our mission is to develop writers as creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Our company principles are more than just values - they're part of each of us as personality traits. We embody the work we do. As a team of passionate individuals, we are for poetry first and then for love – in all its forms and shapes. The love for creative writing and performance, the love for the creative industry as a whole.
We are passionate about finding innovative ways to package poetry, in such a way that it is sellable in commercial spaces. We endorse individuality, compassion, reciprocity, and social inclusion in our daily proceedings. We are Notepad, because of everyone that contributes to its existence; the team, the community, the stakeholders, and the artists. We are Love, Passion, Ubuntu, Poetry.
About the Internship
This is a 6 months unpaid programme where we are giving young professionals an opportunity to join our team as interns at entry level. We are looking to incentivise and help these individuals build their personal brands with certified on-the-job training and experience in their respective departments, and an opportunity to join our team on a paid full-time basis at the end of the 6 months programme.
Start Date: 01 Sept 2022 | Job Type: Internship |
Duration: 6 Months | Experience: 0 - 1 year |
Location: Hybrid (Remote / Witbank, Mpumalanga | |
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Who we're looking for
You are a self-motivated individual, who aspires to be an expert in your craft, who believes in compassionate teamwork, and being open to learning. This is the perfect opportunity for your growth. and building towards sustainability as a team player, also as a professional.
Your Role:
You will research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews, and studies)
You will write clear marketing copy to promote our products/services
You will prepare well-structured drafts using Content Management Systems and Notepad Brand Manual
You will proofread and edit blog posts before publication
You will submit work to editors for input and approval
You will coordinate with marketing and design teams for creative assets and direction
You will conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic
You will promote content on social media
You will identify customers’ needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics
You will ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images, and tone)
You will be in charge of managing the company blog
Requirements:
Your proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role
Your Portfolio of published works, which can be on a personal blog or social media
Your experience doing research using multiple sources
Your familiarity with web publications
Excellent writing and editing skills in English
Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems will be an added advantage (e.g. Wix Editor X, Google Docs, Word)
An ability to meet deadlines is strongly advised
A love and passion for arts and creativity