Junior Content Creator

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Portfolio development opportunities

Access to online learning

Career development via webinars

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Content Creator for a remote role, focusing on writing and visual content across blogs, social media, and websites. You will craft engaging copy, develop graphics and short videos, and help shape content strategy.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, a portfolio, strong writing and editing skills, and proficiency with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite. Opportunity to grow within a fast-moving digital media environment.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Proven ability to create engaging written and visual content.
• Portfolio showcasing previous content creation work is required.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Basic knowledge of SEO principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling written content for blogs, social media, and website copy.
• Develop visuals: graphics, images, and short videos for campaigns.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure quality and brand consistency.
• Collaborate with marketing to plan content calendars and campaigns.
• Manage social media accounts and engage with online communities.
• Research industry trends to inform content strategy.
• Optimize content for SEO to improve visibility.
• Analyze content performance and provide improvement insights.
• Stay updated with content creation tools and digital marketing trends.
• Contribute ideas for new content formats and promotions.

Skills

Creative writing

Content creation

Social media marketing

SEO basics

Independent remote work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or Graphic Design

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Premiere Pro

WordPress

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing digital media company based in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Junior Content Creator to join their marketing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate with a flair for writing, design, and multimedia content production. You will be responsible for developing engaging content across various platforms, including social media, blogs, and websites, to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. This fully remote role allows you to work from your preferred location, contributing innovative ideas to our client's digital strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling and original written content for blog posts, articles, social media updates, and website copy.
• Develop visual content, including graphics, images, and short videos, for social media and marketing campaigns.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure high quality, accuracy, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content calendars and align content with campaign objectives.
• Assist in managing social media accounts and engaging with online communities.
• Conduct research on industry trends and audience preferences to inform content strategy.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility and reach.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide insights for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest content creation tools and digital marketing trends.
• Contribute creative ideas for new content formats and promotional activities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Proven ability to create engaging written and visual content.
• Proficiency with content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro), or similar.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and their respective content requirements.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Basic knowledge of SEO principles and best practices.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• A portfolio showcasing previous content creation work is required.

Benefits

• This contractor role offers a competitive annual rate of , commensurate with your skills and experience.
• Our client provides a flexible, fully remote working arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• You will gain valuable experience in digital content creation and marketing within a rapidly evolving industry.
• The role offers opportunities for creative expression and direct impact on brand strategy.
• Our client encourages professional development through access to online learning resources and industry webinars.
• This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong portfolio and enhance your skills in content marketing and digital media from anywhere.