Junior Social Media Manager

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

Job summary

A dynamic content agency in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Social Media Manager to publish engaging content and interact with sports fans. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in social media management, excellent copywriting skills, and a genuine passion for sports. Join a fast-paced environment where you can grow your career in the sports media space.

Benefits

Unlimited leave

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Hands-on experience with major sports brands

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in social media management, preferably in sports or entertainment.
• Excellent written communication and copywriting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Publishing daily content across multiple social media platforms.
• Writing engaging on-brand captions and call-to-actions.
• Monitoring and responding to comments, messages, and mentions.

Skills

Social Media Management

Copywriting

SEO

Content Development

Community Engagement

Tools

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Location: Johannesburg (The Parks)

Work model: Fully in-office

Salary: R22 500 CTC

Why youd 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 (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

• 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: 1-3 years

Vacancy: 1