Senior Digital Content Creator

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Digital Content Creator for a hybrid role based in East London, Eastern Cape. You will concept, produce, and edit engaging videos, graphics, and written content for diverse platforms, shaping the client’s digital presence.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio across video production, graphic design, and writing, with storytelling prowess and SEO awareness, in a collaborative, fast-paced Arts & Entertainment environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Marketing, Film, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in digital content creation with portfolio across video, graphics and writing.
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and graphic design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience with social media content creation and platform best practices.
• Excellent storytelling, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with CMS and basic SEO principles.
• Ability to work in a hybrid team with remote and on-site colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and edit high-quality digital content including videos, animations, graphics, social posts, and articles.
• Develop briefs and storyboards aligned with brand guidelines and marketing goals.
• Operate and maintain video and audio recording equipment for production.
• Use graphic design software and video editing tools to produce polished assets.
• Write clear, concise copy for social media, websites, and blogs.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery of assets.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to brainstorm and maintain brand consistency.
• Stay current with digital content trends and best practices.
• Analyze content performance metrics to inform strategy.
• Optimize content for various platforms and channels.

Skills

Video production

Graphic design

Copywriting

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Digital Media/Communications/Marketing/Film

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Senior Digital Content Creator to join their team in **East London, Eastern Cape**. This hybrid role offers a creative opportunity to develop engaging digital content for a variety of platforms within the Arts & Entertainment sector, combining remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, producing, and editing compelling visual and written content, including videos, graphics, social media posts, and blog articles. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of digital content creation skills, excellent storytelling abilities, and a keen understanding of audience engagement. This role is perfect for a creative individual who can thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and contribute to the growth of our client's digital presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and edit high-quality digital content, including videos, animations, graphics, social media posts, and written articles.
• Develop creative briefs and storyboards for content projects, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• Operate and maintain video and audio recording equipment for content production.
• Utilise graphic design software and video editing tools to produce polished and engaging visual assets.
• Write clear, concise, and engaging copy for various digital platforms, including social media, websites, and blogs.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery of content assets.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and other teams to brainstorm content ideas and ensure brand consistency.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital content creation trends, tools, and best practices.
• Analyse content performance metrics to identify what resonates with the audience and inform future content strategy.
• Optimize content for different platforms and distribution channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Marketing, Film, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in digital content creation, with a strong portfolio showcasing video production, graphic design, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience with social media content creation and platform best practices.
• Excellent storytelling, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and basic SEO principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, collaborating with both remote and on-site colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for the Arts & Entertainment industry is highly desirable.
• Creative thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, and exciting opportunities for professional development within the Arts & Entertainment sector. This hybrid role provides the flexibility of remote work with the advantage of in-office collaboration in **East London, Eastern Cape**. You will work on diverse and engaging projects, be part of a supportive team, and have access to modern creative tools. We provide annual bonuses and generous paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance.