Junior Content Writer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development

Remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and aspiring Junior Content Writer to join our expanding marketing team in a fully remote role, perfect for recent graduates passionate about storytelling and digital communication.

You will craft website copy, blog posts, social media updates and marketing collateral, collaborating with marketing strategists and designers to develop engaging narratives that resonate with our target audience and strengthen our brand online.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Understanding of content marketing principles and SEO best practices.
• Ability to adapt writing style to suit different audiences and platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and engaging content for various digital channels.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content strategies and editorial calendars.
• Research industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure high quality and adherence to brand guidelines.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing & proofreading

SEO knowledge

Content marketing

Adapting writing style

Remote work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications/Marketing/Journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and aspiring Junior Content Writer to join their expanding marketing team. This fully remote position is perfect for recent graduates passionate about storytelling and digital communication. You will craft compelling content for various platforms, including website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and marketing collateral. Working from anywhere, you'll collaborate closely with marketing strategists and designers to develop engaging narratives that resonate with our target audience and enhance our brand's online presence. This role fosters autonomy and creative expression in a supportive, remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Write clear, concise, and engaging content for various digital channels.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content strategies and editorial calendars.
• Research industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure high quality and adherence to brand guidelines.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Understanding of content marketing principles and SEO best practices.
• Ability to adapt writing style to suit different audiences and platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and performance.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development in content strategy and digital marketing.
• A creative, collaborative, and supportive remote team culture.