Graduate Marketing Assistant (Remote)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Learning resources

Career growth

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Graduate Marketing Assistant for a fully remote role. The successful candidate will support social media, content creation, email campaigns, and analytics from anywhere in South Africa.

You will collaborate with the marketing team to drive brand growth and customer engagement in a fast-paced digital environment. The role offers learning opportunities, hands-on exposure to tools, and the chance to contribute to exciting campaigns while developing foundational marketing skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing trends.
• Familiarity with Canva is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of SEO/SEM principles is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a remote setting.
• Creative thinking and a passion for marketing innovation.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new marketing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing strategies.
• Manage and schedule social media content across various platforms.
• Create engaging written and visual content for blogs, social media, and email campaigns.
• Support the planning and execution of online advertising campaigns.
• Monitor social media channels and engage with the online community.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Assist in tracking and reporting on campaign performance metrics.
• Contribute to email marketing efforts, including list management and campaign deployment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Help maintain marketing databases and collateral.

Skills

Communication skills

Social media

Canva

SEO/SEM basics

Independent work

Creative thinking

Organization

Office/Workspace tools

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Tools

Canva

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and creative Graduate Marketing Assistant to join their fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate to dive into the world of digital marketing and contribute to exciting campaigns. You will work closely with the marketing department to support various initiatives, including social media management, content creation, email marketing, and campaign analysis. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about marketing, possess strong communication skills, and are eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced digital environment. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and creativity, contributing to brand growth and customer engagement. This is your chance to build a solid foundation in marketing with a company that embraces remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing strategies.
• Manage and schedule social media content across various platforms.
• Create engaging written and visual content for blogs, social media, and email campaigns.
• Support the planning and execution of online advertising campaigns.
• Monitor social media channels and engage with the online community.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Assist in tracking and reporting on campaign performance metrics.
• Contribute to email marketing efforts, including list management and campaign deployment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Help maintain marketing databases and collateral.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing trends.
• Familiarity with content creation tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of SEO/SEM principles is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a remote setting.
• Creative thinking and a passion for marketing innovation.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new marketing technologies.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in digital marketing.
• Be part of a supportive and innovative remote-first company culture.
• Access to online learning resources and professional development.
• Contribute directly to impactful marketing campaigns.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of marketing tools and platforms.
• Competitive salary and potential for career growth.
• Work remotely from anywhere in South Africa.