Content Writer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa is seeking a talented Content Writer to join the marketing team. You will craft engaging copy for web pages, blogs, social media, emails, and other materials, with SEO and brand storytelling at the core.

Hybrid role offering collaboration in the office and flexibility remote; the ideal candidate has strong writing, editing, and research skills and a portfolio of work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field.
• Proven writing experience with a strong portfolio of samples.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading with attention to detail.
• Understanding of SEO principles and best practices for content.
• Ability to research complex topics and translate to clear content.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, engaging copy for website pages, blogs, articles, press releases, and social posts.
• Conduct thorough topic research to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for search engines to improve visibility and traffic.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop content ideas and campaigns.
• Edit and proofread to ensure grammar, clarity and brand voice.
• Assist in content calendars and manage publication schedules.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

SEO knowledge

Research skills

Brand storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Content Writer to join their marketing team in Benoni . This role is essential for creating compelling and informative content that resonates with their target audience and supports various marketing initiatives. You will be responsible for crafting engaging copy for websites, blogs, social media, email campaigns, and other marketing materials. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing, editing, and research skills, with a keen understanding of SEO best practices and brand storytelling. This hybrid position offers a blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and engaging copy for a variety of marketing collateral, including website pages, blog posts, articles, press releases, and social media updates.
• Conduct thorough research on industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility and drive organic traffic.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content ideas and align with campaign objectives.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and adherence to brand voice and style guidelines.
• Assist in the development of content calendars and manage content publication schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role, with a strong portfolio of writing samples.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Understanding of SEO principles and best practices for content creation.
• Ability to research complex topics and translate them into easily understandable content.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a flexible work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A creative and supportive work environment in Benoni .