Content Manager

Media24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in South Africa seeks an experienced professional for a dual role focused on Social Media Management and Content Management. The ideal candidate must have at least 4 years of experience in digital media, with a proven ability to grow social media pages significantly. Responsibilities include developing strategies for various platforms, creating engaging content, and using analytics for performance optimization. The position involves shift work, including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in digital media with a clear portfolio demonstrating successful social media growth and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow audience reach on social platforms.
• Create and optimise viral-friendly content tailored for specific platforms.
• Use analytics to drive content decisions and ensure SEO best practices.
• Actively moderate and engage with online communities to foster loyalty.

Skills

Expert Social Media Management

Narrative storytelling

Sub-editing

SEO optimisation

Proficiency in Google Analytics

Education

Relevant diploma or degree in journalism or a related field

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Daily Sun is seeking an expert for a dual role focused primarily on Social Media Management, supported by Content Management duties. You must have a proven track record of managing and growing social media pages to drive significant engagement and website traffic.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Social Media Growth: Develop and execute strategies to exponentially grow audience reach on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube and WhatsApp.
• Content Strategy: Create and optimise compelling, viral‑friendly content (headlines, multimedia) tailored for specific social platforms and the website.
• Analytics & SEO: Use analytics to drive content decisions and ensure all web copy adheres to SEO best practices and South African media law.
• Community Management: Actively moderate and engage with online communities to foster loyalty and retention.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: Minimum 4 years in digital media with a clear portfolio demonstrating successful social media growth and management.
• Education: Relevant diploma or degree in journalism or a related field.
• Skills: Expert Social Media Management, narrative storytelling, sub‑editing, SEO optimisation, and proficiency in Google Analytics.
• Work Schedule: This position requires working shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.