Digital Communications Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks a Digital Communications Specialist to enhance our client's online presence through innovative digital campaigns, engaging content, and social media management.

You will translate goals into data-driven strategies, analyze performance metrics, and stay ahead of digital trends, collaborating with internal teams to ensure brand consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Digital Communications Specialist or similar role, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and management tools.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and basic graphic design/video editing tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive strategy.
• Excellent understanding of SEO principles and digital marketing best practices in Welkom.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital communication strategies across social media platforms, websites, and other online channels.
• Create engaging content, including blog posts, social media updates, infographics, and videos.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence, fostering community interaction.
• Monitor digital analytics, track KPIs, and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging digital marketing trends and technologies.

Skills

Digital marketing

Social media management

Content creation

Analytics

SEO

CMS

Graphic design

Video editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field

Tools

WordPress CMS

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the Media & PR sector, is seeking a creative and results-oriented Digital Communications Specialist to bolster their team in Welkom . This role is designed to enhance the organization's online presence through innovative digital strategies, engaging content creation, and effective social media management. You will be responsible for translating communication goals into impactful digital campaigns, analyzing performance metrics, and staying abreast of the latest digital trends. This is an excellent opportunity for a digitally savvy professional to contribute significantly to the company's online visibility and engagement efforts within the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital communication strategies across social media platforms, websites, and other online channels.
• Create engaging and relevant content, including blog posts, social media updates, infographics, and videos.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence, fostering community interaction.
• Monitor digital analytics, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging digital marketing trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Digital Communications Specialist or similar role, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and management tools.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and basic graphic design/video editing tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive strategy.
• Excellent understanding of SEO principles and digital marketing best practices in Welkom .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in the digital marketing space.
• A collaborative team environment focused on innovation.
• The chance to significantly shape the digital footprint of a growing organization.