Jason Hes
About Jason Hes
Jason Hes is a Senior Conceptual Copywriter with over six years of experience in the advertising industry. He has worked for various companies, including Superside and Clickatell, and currently serves at Prodigious Worldwide in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Work at Prodigious
Jason Hes currently holds the position of Senior Conceptual Copywriter at Prodigious Worldwide. He has been with the company since 2023, contributing to creative projects in a hybrid work environment based in the City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in conceptual writing to develop innovative content strategies.
Previous Experience in Advertising
Before joining Prodigious, Jason Hes worked at several notable companies in the advertising industry. He served as a Senior Conceptual Copywriter at Superside from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he was a Writer at Clickatell for 10 months in 2021 and a Senior Creative Copywriter at Net#work BBDO for one year from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes roles at Pacinamix and Wunderman, where he further honed his skills in creative copywriting.
Education and Expertise
Jason Hes studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he earned a Master's Degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from 2008 to 2013. His academic background supports his professional expertise in conceptual writing and advertising, contributing to his over six years of experience in the industry.
Creative Brand Custodian Roles
In his professional capacity, Jason Hes serves as a creative brand custodian for major brands including Nescafé, Maggi, and Nestlé Everyday. This role involves overseeing and maintaining the brand's voice and messaging across various platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with the brand's identity.
Background in Screenwriting and Tutoring
Jason Hes has a background in screenwriting, having worked as an ADHOC screenwriter at AFDA from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he served as an English Tutor at the University of the Witwatersrand during the same period. These roles contributed to his understanding of narrative structure and effective communication.