Junior Social Media Manager

Make it Good; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized content agency in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Social Media Manager. This full-time role involves managing social media content and engaging with fans. Ideal candidates possess 1-3 years of relevant experience and a deep passion for sports. The role offers unlimited leave, medical aid, and performance bonuses, aiming to create impactful content for sports fans.

Benefits

Unlimited leave

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Hands-on experience with major sports brands and events

Career growth potential

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in social media management, preferably in sports or entertainment.
• A genuine love and deep knowledge of sport is non-negotiable.
• Excellent written communication and copywriting skills.
• Understanding of SEO principles and platform algorithms.
• Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite, Buffer or similar.
• Basic design and content creation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and live events.

Responsibilities

• Publishing daily content across multiple social media platforms.
• Writing engaging on-brand captions and call-to-actions.
• Crafting briefs for visual content.
• Adapting copy for different platforms and audiences.
• Researching and implementing trending topics and hashtags.
• Monitoring and responding to comments and messages.
• Engaging in real-time with fans during live events.
• Tracking performance metrics and compiling reports.
• Maintaining content calendars and coordinating with the content team.
• Supporting live event coverage and influencer coordination.

Skills

Marketing

Google Analytics

Photography

Facebook Advertising

Hootsuite

Social Listening

Content Development

SEO

Adobe Photoshop

Social Media Management

Copywriting

Content Management

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Job description

Location

Johannesburg (The Parks)

Work model

Fully in-office

Salary

R22 500 CTC

Why you'd want to work here

Unlimited leave

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Hands‑on experience with major sports brands and events

Work with a team of passionate sports fans

Career growth potential in an expanding media agency

About our client

An award‑winning mid‑sized content agency working primarily in the sports space is looking for a Junior Social Media Manager to join their team. Their work straddles the line between ad agency and production house with a focus on both long‑form and short‑form content. You’ll be immersed in a collaborative fast‑paced environment surrounded by people who live and breathe sport.

What the job involves

• Publishing daily content across multiple social media platforms
• Writing engaging on‑brand captions and call‑to‑actions
• Crafting briefs for visual content (thumbnails, graphics, video assets)
• Adapting copy for different platforms and audiences
• Researching and implementing trending topics and hashtags
• Monitoring and responding to comments, messages and mentions
• Engaging in real‑time with fans during live events and breaking news
• Tracking performance metrics and compiling weekly / monthly reports
• Maintaining content calendars and coordinating with the content team
• Supporting live event coverage and influencer coordination

What you need to be considered

• 1 3 years experience in social media management (sports or entertainment preferred)
• A genuine love and deep knowledge of sport this is non‑negotiable
• Excellent written communication and copywriting skills
• Understanding of SEO principles and platform algorithms
• Familiarity with tools like Hootsuite, Buffer or similar
• Basic design and content creation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and live events

Bonus points if you

• Can write a witty caption faster than most people can think of one
• Know the difference between Instagram Stories and Reels optimisation
• Are excited about live‑tweeting sporting moments
• Are a natural community builder and love engaging with fans online
• Understand the emotional connection fans have with their teams

Please note

This role requires someone who is fully committed to and passionate about sport. If that’s not you this won’t be the right fit.

Ready to turn your social media obsession into a full‑time career

Let’s make content that sports fans can’t stop talking about.

Key Skills

Marketing, Google Analytics, Photography, Facebook Advertising, Hootsuite, Social Listening, Content Development, SEO, Adobe Photoshop, Social Media Management, Copywriting, Content Management

Employment Type

Full‑time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1