Copywriting

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aboutus

We don’t really fit in a box. But if we had to put a label on it, we’d say we’re a first-of-its-kind creative studio made up of a network of vetted advertising graduates, backed by independent Creative Directors.
We serve ad agencies and brands, and here’s what we bring to the table:

Fresh creative thinking

Ideas beyond the usual routes.

Gen Z insight

Straight from the source.

Extra creative capacity

More brains when needed.

Faster turnarounds

When a brief can't wait.

All engagements are project-based.

How it works

Our graduate talent specialises in copywriting, art direction, design, photography, social media management, animation and brand strategy. We support ad agencies and brands in two ways:

1

Creative Assist

You send us your brief. Our graduate talent develops the concept under the direction of an independent Creative Director, and you get finished, presentation-ready work back.

2

PLUS ONE

You get a Gen Z perspective inside your team. One to four grads join your project until it's done, pressure-testing ideas, spotting blind spots, and adding real audience insight as the work develops.

Need the above? Slide in at hello@sidetussle.co.za

Thinkmate

Flying solo on a brief?
Get original ideas from a Side Tussle grad.
From R300. Delivered the next day.

Become aTussler

Final-year student or graduate?

Copywriter • Art Director • Designer • Animator • Brand StrategistIf that sounds like you, send us your:

  • Education bio
  • Transcript
  • Portfolio

Email your application to: recruitment@sidetussle.co.za

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