Digital Content Creator - Sports & Fitness

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Software access

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Digital Content Creator specializing in Sports & Fitness to join a fully remote team. You will conceptualize, produce, and distribute engaging digital content across social media, blogs, and video channels, driving brand awareness and audience engagement.

You will craft compelling copy, shoot and edit video content, and manage publishing across platforms while staying ahead of sports and fitness trends to captivate a global online community.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing sports and fitness related work.
• Proficiency in video editing software and graphic design tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices and social media management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and produce high-quality written, visual, and video content for digital platforms.
• Write compelling copy for social media posts, blog articles, website content, and marketing campaigns.
• Film, edit, and produce engaging video content, including tutorials, highlights, and interviews.
• Manage content calendars and schedule posts across various social media channels.
• Analyze content performance metrics and optimize strategies based on audience engagement and reach.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to ensure brand consistency and message alignment.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting

Video editing

Storytelling

SEO basics

Social media

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and dynamic Digital Content Creator specializing in Sports & Fitness to join their fully remote team. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, producing, and distributing engaging digital content across various platforms, including social media, blogs, and video channels. This role requires a blend of creative storytelling, technical skill, and a deep understanding of sports and fitness trends to capture the attention of our target audience. You will play a crucial role in building brand awareness, driving engagement, and communicating the excitement and benefits of sports and an active lifestyle to a global online community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and produce high-quality written, visual, and video content for digital platforms.
• Write compelling copy for social media posts, blog articles, website content, and marketing campaigns.
• Film, edit, and produce engaging video content, including tutorials, highlights, and interviews.
• Manage content calendars and schedule posts across various social media channels.
• Analyze content performance metrics and optimize strategies based on audience engagement and reach.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to ensure brand consistency and message alignment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Creator, Copywriter, or Videographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing sports and fitness related work.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Canva).
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices and social media management tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Passion for sports, fitness, and digital media trends.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to shape the digital narrative for a prominent brand in the Leisure & Sports sector.
• Access to the latest creative software and equipment.
• Professional development opportunities, including workshops and online courses.
• A collaborative and innovative virtual team culture that values creativity and passion.