Junior Content Writer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Retirement plan

Office in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Junior Content Writer in Kimberley. You will craft engaging blog posts, website copy, social media updates, and marketing materials to support brand messaging. The role offers on-the-job training in content strategy within a collaborative office-based team.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with strong storytelling skills, a solid grasp of grammar, and the ability to research and synthesize information for diverse projects. CMS familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong grammar.
• Ability to research and synthesize information effectively.
• Familiarity with CMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging content for blogs, websites, and social media.
• Edit and proofreading for accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
• Conduct research to gather information for content creation.
• Collaborate with marketing to align content with campaign goals.
• Apply SEO best practices in content development.

Skills

Creative writing

Editing

Research

SEO basics

CMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications

Tools

CMS platforms

Job description

Our client is seeking an articulate and creative Junior Content Writer to join their marketing and communications team in Kimberley. This role is perfect for a recent graduate with a passion for storytelling and crafting compelling written content. You will contribute to a range of content initiatives, including blog posts, website copy, social media updates, and marketing materials. It's a fantastic opportunity to develop your writing skills, learn about content strategy, and contribute to brand messaging within a supportive, office-based team environment in Kimberley that values clear communication and creative expression.

Key Responsibilities

• Write engaging and informative content for various digital platforms, including blogs, websites, and social media.
• Assist in editing and proofreading content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
• Conduct research to gather information for content creation.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with campaign goals.
• Learn and apply SEO best practices in content development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of grammar.
• Ability to research and synthesize information effectively.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.
• A creative mindset and attention to detail for work in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and opportunities for writing awards.
• On-the-job training in content strategy and digital marketing.
• Exposure to diverse writing projects and industries.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Collaborative team atmosphere in a professional Kimberley office.