Content Creator & Social Media Manager (Remote-First)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Fully remote work environment

Home office stipend

Professional development resources

Creative and collaborative teamCulture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Content Creator & Social Media Manager for a fully remote role. You will craft engaging content across social posts, blogs, videos and infographics, and drive multi-platform campaigns for diverse clients.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of agency-style content creation and social media experience, strong writing and design skills, and a proven ability to grow audiences. This remote-friendly role offers flexible hours, a home office stipend, and access to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of content creation and social media management experience.
• Proven ability to create engaging content across multiple formats.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Expert knowledge of social media platforms and best practices.
• Experience with social media management tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret social media data.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• A strong portfolio of content creation and social media work is required.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and edit content across social posts, blogs, videos, and infographics.
• Develop and implement social media strategies to boost brand awareness and engagement.
• Manage and schedule content across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok.
• Monitor trends and apply insights to strategy.
• Engage with online communities and respond to comments.
• Analyze performance metrics and report insights.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to align with brand guidelines.
• Stay up-to-date with content tools and best practices.
• Assist in content calendars and editorial plans.
• Optimize content for SEO where applicable.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Video editing

Graphic design

Copywriting

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Hootsuite/Buffer/Sprout Social

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing digital agency specializing in innovative online solutions, is seeking a highly creative and results-oriented Content Creator & Social Media Manager to join their fully remote team. This position is critical for developing engaging content across various digital platforms and managing the social media presence for a diverse range of clients. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, producing, and distributing compelling content that resonates with target audiences, drives engagement, and enhances brand visibility. As a remote-first role, you will leverage cutting-edge digital tools and platforms to collaborate with team members and clients. The ideal candidate is a master storyteller, adept at visual communication, and possesses a deep understanding of social media trends and best practices. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic, forward-thinking company that embraces a flexible work culture. We are seeking a passionate individual who can consistently deliver high-quality creative output from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and edit high-quality content including social media posts, blog articles, videos, infographics, and other digital assets.
• Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies to increase brand awareness and engagement.
• Manage and schedule content across various social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Monitor social media trends, tools, and applications, and apply that knowledge to the strategy.
• Engage with online communities, respond to comments and messages, and foster positive interactions.
• Analyze social media performance metrics and generate regular reports on key insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure content aligns with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest content creation tools and social media best practices.
• Assist in developing content calendars and editorial plans.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) where applicable.
• Manage client expectations and deliver exceptional creative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in content creation and social media management, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven ability to create engaging and visually appealing content across multiple formats.
• Proficiency in content creation tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro), Canva, or similar.
• Expert knowledge of social media platforms, their algorithms, and best practices.
• Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social).
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret social media data.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• A strong portfolio showcasing previous content creation and social media work is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible work hours and a fully remote work environment.
• Home office setup stipend.
• Access to professional development resources and online courses.
• Creative and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Contribution to retirement fund.
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital marketing strategies and tools.