Content Creator & Social Media Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

Bonuses

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Content Creator & Social Media Manager in Pretoria to craft engaging narratives and multimedia content. You will strategically manage social channels to build brand awareness and foster community engagement, translating marketing objectives into captivating online experiences.

The role requires a creative storyteller with a solid track record in content creation, social media management, and analytics, plus a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of proven experience in content creation and social media management.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of current social media trends, best practices, and platform algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with marketing goals and brand identity.
• Create, edit, and publish engaging written, visual, and video content for various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Manage the social media content calendar, scheduling posts and responding to comments and messages in a timely manner.
• Monitor social media trends, audience sentiment, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and insights.
• Analyze social media performance metrics and provide regular reports on engagement, reach, and impact.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Copywriting

Editing

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Google Analytics

Job description

Our client is looking for an imaginative and results-oriented Content Creator & Social Media Manager to join their vibrant marketing team in Pretoria . You will be responsible for crafting engaging narratives, producing compelling multimedia content, and strategically managing social media channels to build brand awareness and foster community engagement. This role is perfect for a creative storyteller who understands the nuances of different social platforms and can translate marketing objectives into captivating online experiences. You will play a key role in shaping our brand voice and connecting with our audience across the digital landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with marketing goals and brand identity.
• Create, edit, and publish engaging written, visual, and video content for various social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Manage the social media content calendar, scheduling posts and responding to comments and messages in a timely manner.
• Monitor social media trends, audience sentiment, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and insights.
• Analyze social media performance metrics and provide regular reports on engagement, reach, and impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of proven experience in content creation and social media management.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of current social media trends, best practices, and platform algorithms.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between remote and in-office collaboration in Pretoria .
• Professional development opportunities and workshops.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• A creative and energetic work environment with a focus on innovation.