Creative Copywriter
- Craft standout content that captivates and engages
- Take the lead on communications across social media and websites
- A career opportunity within a supportive team, offering strong mentorship.
Are you a natural storyteller with a knack for creating captivating content for the digital stage?
Do you have the talent to uncover creative angles in complex topics, transforming them into compelling, and engaging content? If so, we want to hear from you!
We’re excited to partner with LGNZ in the search for a Creative Copywriter to lead their communications across social media and their website.
About LGNZ
Local Government New Zealand’s (LGNZ) vision is to create the most active and inclusive local democracy in the world. To achieve that, they champion, connect and support local government.
LGNZ represents the national interest of councils across New Zealand, advocates for local government on critical issues, decodes policy, makes submissions and develops thought leadership. They connect members through networks, sector events and a must-attend annual conference that brings everyone together, as well as promoting best practice.
About the role
Reporting to the Marketing Manager and working closely with the wider Member Engagement team, the Digital Content Advisor will take the lead on delivering the social media strategy. A key part of this will be creating unique and compelling content across various channels to engage members and enhance public awareness of the critical role local government plays in Aotearoa.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and deliver a creative and innovative social media strategy.
- Collaborate with the wider LGNZ team to identify and create communication opportunities.
- Create both short and long-form content for LGNZs social media, website and newsletters.
- Use your content writing and digital expertise to showcase LGNZ’s unique programmes and ensure their success.
- Update and enhance the LGNZ website and assist in preparing and presenting newsletters and EDMs.
- Bring fresh ideas, innovative thinking, and creativity to boost the overall effectiveness of the marketing team and enhance the value they bring to the overall success of LGNZ.
About you
We’re looking for a creative and expert storyteller who offers:
- 2-3 years of relevant experience in copywriting, marketing, communications or social media.
- A deep understanding of social media dynamics and trends.
- Excellent plain English communication skills with a knack for making complex ideas clear (and fun!)
- Strong verbal communication skills and the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and members.
- A love for fast-paced, ever-changing environments, thriving when adapting quickly to new situations and challenges.
- An innovative, creative mindset with the courage to think outside the box and proactively pursue new ideas.
- A proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, while taking ownership for multiple tasks and projects.
What’s in it for you?
LGNZ takes the opinions and needs of their people seriously. LGNZ people say that they appreciate working in an environment that is supportive, flexible, creative, positive and fun. They’ve identified that success of the team depends on feeling connected, appreciated, inspired, curious, optimistic, and supported. These are real sentiments identified by the people who work for LGNZ.
Other benefits you will enjoy:
- 5 weeks of annual leave, plus 3 additional days per annum between Christmas and New Year.
- A flexible working environment.
- Modern offices in the Cuba Quarter.
- Subsidised health insurance.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, do not delay, showcase your creative writing talents to us in a cover letter that excites us and hit the APPLY NOW with this letter and your CV. For more information contact Katie Kemp at Talent Aotearoa on 021 928 232 or Harleen Verma 027 326 2129 on to discuss this opportunity further. Applications for this role will close when a suitable applicant is sourced, or at 9am on Friday 1st of November. All applications will be acknowledged electronically.
Only people with the right to work in New Zealand may apply for this position. For advice on obtaining a New Zealand work or residence visa visit www.immigration.govt.nz.