Remote Esports Content Strategist & Creator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Industry tools access

International team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Esports Content Creator & Strategist for an innovative digital entertainment brand. You will develop content for YouTube, Twitch, social media, blogs, and streams, and craft strategic content plans to grow the brand and engage the esports community.

You will manage content calendars, analyze performance data, collaborate with marketing and operations teams, stay ahead of gaming trends, and help shape tournament activations.

Qualifications

• Proven content creation and strategy experience in gaming/esports.
• Strong portfolio across video, written and social formats.
• Deep understanding of esports culture and audience engagement.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Proficient with content creation tools and analytics.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and produce engaging esports content for YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and blogs.
• Develop and execute content calendars and strategies aligned with brand goals.
• Analyze content performance metrics to inform future content and strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing, social media, and tournament ops teams to support campaigns.
• Stay updated on esports, gaming trends and digital content creation.
• Engage with the esports community across platforms and foster brand loyalty.
• Identify opportunities for innovative content formats and storytelling approaches.
• May manage freelance content creators and provide briefings.
• Ensure content adheres to brand guidelines and consistent tone of voice.
• Provide insights to optimize content distribution and reach.

Skills

Content creation

Strategy

Video editing

Graphic design

Copywriting

Social media management

SEO

Analytical skills

Independent work

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing software

Social media management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a remote Esports Content Creator & Strategist for an innovative digital entertainment brand. You will develop content for YouTube, Twitch, social media, blogs, and streams, and craft strategic content plans to grow the brand and engage the esports community.

You will manage content calendars, analyze performance data, collaborate with marketing and operations teams, stay ahead of gaming trends, and help shape tournament activations.