Creative Content Strategist

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home office stipend

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Creative Content Strategist for a fully remote role. You will develop and execute content strategies across social, blogs, websites and email to meet client goals and engage audiences.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in content strategy or marketing, strong SEO and CMS skills, and excellent storytelling and writing abilities. You will collaborate with designers and videographers, manage calendars, and present plans to clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of content strategy/marketing experience.
• Proven track record in developing and executing content strategies.
• Excellent SEO knowledge and content optimization skills.
• Proficient in CMS and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Strong writing and storytelling abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive content strategies that align with client goals and audience needs.
• Conduct audience research and analysis to inform content creation and distribution.
• Create engaging concepts for social media, blogs, websites, and email.
• Develop content calendars and manage editorial workflow from ideation to publication.
• Collaborate with designers, writers, and videographers to produce content assets.
• Optimize content for SEO to maximize reach and visibility.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Stay ahead of content marketing trends and emerging platforms.
• Present strategies and content plans to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Content strategy

SEO optimization

Audience research

Storytelling

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related discipline

Tools

Google Analytics

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking content agency, is actively seeking a talented Creative Content Strategist to join their innovative team, offering a fully remote work arrangement. This role is perfect for an individual with a flair for storytelling and a deep understanding of how to craft compelling content across various digital platforms. You will be responsible for developing and executing content strategies that align with brand objectives, engage target audiences, and drive measurable results. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to generate creative ideas, understand audience segmentation, and optimize content for discoverability and impact. This is a remote-first position, enabling you to work from anywhere while contributing to exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive content strategies that align with client goals and target audience needs.
• Conduct audience research and analysis to inform content creation and distribution.
• Create engaging and shareable content concepts for various channels, including social media, blogs, websites, and email.
• Develop content calendars and manage the editorial workflow from ideation to publication.
• Collaborate with designers, writers, and videographers to produce high-quality content assets.
• Optimize content for SEO to ensure maximum reach and visibility.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Stay ahead of content marketing trends and emerging platforms.
• Present strategies and content plans to clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in content strategy, content marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective content strategies.
• Excellent understanding of SEO principles and content optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and analytics tools (e.g., "Google Analytics").
• Strong creative thinking and storytelling abilities.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with social media management tools and strategies.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Home office stipend to enhance your remote workspace.
• Regular virtual team-building activities.