Apprentice Content Writer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Diverse projects exposure

Workshops

Hybrid work model

Portfolio building

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking an Apprentice Content Writer to join the marketing and communications team in a hybrid capacity, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.

You will craft website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and marketing materials while building a foundation in content strategy, SEO, and professional communication within a supportive, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• A keen interest in various writing styles and content formats.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles and content marketing concepts.
• Strong research skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing and editing engaging content for websites, blogs, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Conduct research on industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Learn and apply SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content calendars and ideas.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and consistency in tone.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Proofreading

SEO basics

Research skills

Team collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Apprentice Content Writer to join their marketing and communications team in Polokwane . This hybrid role combines the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative benefits of in-office sessions. You will assist in crafting compelling content for various platforms, including website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and marketing materials. This apprenticeship offers an excellent foundation for aspiring writers aiming to develop their skills in content strategy, SEO, and effective communication within a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in writing and editing engaging content for websites, blogs, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Conduct research on industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Learn and apply SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content calendars and ideas.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and consistency in tone.

Requirements

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• A keen interest in various writing styles and content formats.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles and content marketing concepts.
• Strong research skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced content strategists and writers.
• Exposure to diverse content creation projects across different industries.
• Opportunities for professional development and writing workshops.
• A hybrid work model that supports work-life balance.
• Building a professional writing portfolio.