Digital Marketing Manager

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique agency is seeking a proactive Digital Marketing Manager to spearhead marketing strategies for a theatre & film school and a catering business. This remote freelance position requires someone with at least 3 years of digital marketing experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Candidates must be adept in using marketing tools like Google Ads and have a flair for creative campaign management while being results-driven through data analysis. Flexible working hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in digital marketing, with experience in a lead role.
• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business.
• Experienced in campaign work for arts, education, or entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cohesive marketing strategies.
• Plan and execute multi-channel marketing campaigns.
• Monitor and report on KPIs and campaign performance.

Skills

Digital marketing strategy

Campaign management

Data analysis

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Google Ads

Meta Ads

SEO tools

CRM systems

Email marketing tools

Analytics dashboards

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive, independent, and results-oriented Digital Marketing Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of marketing strategies across two unique service businesses: a theatre & film school and a boutique catering company.

This freelance position offers the opportunity to work closely with the CEO while owning the full marketing function for both brands.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and be adept at switching between creative and analytical work.

Location & Employment

Location: Fully Remote (Candidate must be based in Cape Town)

Employment Type: Freelance, Month-to-Month Contract

Working Hours: Flexible, Approximately 40 Hours / Week

Salary Range: R35, - R50, per month

Reports To: CEO

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a cohesive digital marketing strategy aligned with business objectives and tailored to diverse customer personas.

Identify and refine target audience segments, tailoring messaging and content to each.

Maintain and manage a campaign calendar to drive consistent brand visibility and engagement.

Campaign Management

Plan, execute, and optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital and social media platforms.

Coordinate the creation of high-quality content, including copywriting, creative visuals, landing pages, and promotional materials.

Conduct A / B testing and apply insights to improve campaign performance.

Analytics & Reporting

Monitor and report on KPIs including leads, conversion rates, customer acquisition cost (CAC), and return on investment (ROI).

Deliver regular insights and performance updates to the CEO with actionable recommendations for improvement.

Coordinate with internal teams and external service providers to ensure alignment and execution of marketing activities.

Manage and allocate marketing budgets effectively to maximize results.

Stay updated on marketing trends, tools, and best practices to keep campaigns fresh and competitive.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years in digital marketing, with at least 12 years in a lead or managerial role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.

Tools & Tech: Proficient in digital marketing platforms such as Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO tools, CRM systems, email marketing tools, and analytics dashboards.

Industry Experience: Prior campaign work for creative or culturally-focused organizations (e.g., arts, education, entertainment) is essential.

Analytical Ability: Skilled at using data and insights to evaluate campaign performance and guide decision-making.

Creativity: Demonstrated experience in crafting engaging, audience-specific campaigns across different platforms and industries.

Freelance Flexibility: Comfortable working in a month-to-month freelance arrangement while managing the marketing function for multiple clients.