Content Creator

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Creative team in Upington

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Content Creator to conceptualize, produce, and distribute engaging content across blogs, social, and video. You’ll craft stories that reflect the brand, drive audience engagement, and support marketing campaigns.

The role collaborates with a dynamic team to maintain a compelling content calendar and ensure consistency across channels. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, excellent writing and editing skills, and a solid understanding of SEO and social

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Content Creator or Content Writer with a strong portfolio.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, and SEO understanding.
• Ability to manage multiple content projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and produce blog posts, social content, website copy, videos, and infographics.
• Collaborate with marketing to align content with campaigns and strategies.
• Edit content for clarity, accuracy, and brand voice; ensure consistency.
• Optimize content for SEO and social platforms to maximize reach.
• Maintain content calendars and timely delivery of assets.
• Stay updated on content marketing trends and best practices.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting

SEO knowledge

Storytelling

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing software

Graphic design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Content Creator to join their marketing team in Upington. This role is essential for conceptualizing, producing, and distributing engaging content across various digital channels to enhance brand visibility and connect with their target audience. You will be responsible for creating written, visual, and multimedia content that tells the company's story and drives engagement. This is a dynamic opportunity for a creative individual to make a significant impact on the brand's narrative within a supportive and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and produce high-quality content, including blog posts, social media updates, website copy, videos, and infographics.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with overall marketing strategies and campaigns.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to brand voice and style guidelines.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) and social media platforms to maximize reach and engagement.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery of all content assets.
• Stay current with content marketing trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Content Creator, Content Writer, or similar role, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in content creation tools and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software, graphic design tools).
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Understanding of SEO principles and social media best practices.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A creative and collaborative team culture in Upington.
• Exposure to diverse content creation projects and innovative marketing strategies.