Digital Content Creator - E-commerce Focus

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits package

Employee discounts on products

Creative freedom and skill development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Creative Digital Content Creator to join its marketing team in Port Elizabeth. You will craft engaging content across websites, social media, and advertising, focusing on boosting e-commerce sales and brand storytelling.

You will develop content calendars, write compelling product descriptions, and edit visuals to maintain high-quality outputs. Collaboration with marketing and product teams will be essential to drive customer engagement and retention.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Content Creator with a strong online portfolio.
• Proficiency with graphic design and video editing software.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Experience creating content for e-commerce and social media.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content: product photography, videography, graphics, and copy for websites, social media and ads.
• Develop content calendars and manage asset delivery for campaigns.
• Write product descriptions, blog posts and social updates that resonate with audiences.
• Edit and optimize images and videos for various digital channels and formats.
• Collaborate with marketing to brainstorm ideas and align with brand strategy.
• Stay updated on content trends, tools and best practices in e-commerce and digital marketing.

Skills

Content portfolio

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing

Copywriting

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Digital Content Creator to join their marketing team in Port Elizabeth . You will be responsible for producing engaging and high-quality content across various digital platforms, with a primary focus on supporting e-commerce sales and social media engagement. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for storytelling, visual design, and digital trends, who can translate brand messaging into compelling content. You will collaborate closely with marketing and product development to ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and drives customer acquisition and retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visually appealing and engaging content, including product photography, videography, graphics, and written copy for websites, social media, and advertising.
• Develop content calendars and ensure timely delivery of assets for various marketing campaigns.
• Write compelling product descriptions, blog posts, and social media updates that resonate with the target audience.
• Edit and optimize images and videos for various digital channels, ensuring high quality and appropriate formats.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm content ideas and ensure alignment with overall strategy.
• Stay up-to-date with content creation trends, tools, and best practices in the e-commerce and digital marketing space.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Creator or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing digital content.
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., "Adobe Creative Suite") and video editing tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience creating content specifically for e-commerce and social media platforms.
• Familiarity with SEO principles for content optimization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Employee discounts on products.
• Opportunities for creative freedom and skill development.
• A collaborative team environment in a growing company in Port Elizabeth .