Remote Graduate Content Strategist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional growth training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Content Strategist to craft and implement content strategies for diverse clients. This fully remote role leverages strong storytelling, analytics, and collaboration in a distributed team.

You will conduct audience research, develop editorial plans, and optimize content for SEO and engagement, while staying aligned with client campaigns and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
• Understanding of content marketing principles and digital strategy.
• Strong analytical and research skills; able to interpret data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work remotely.
• Proficiency with CMS and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

Responsibilities

• Develop content strategies tailored to client goals and audiences.
• Conduct audience research and keyword analysis to inform planning.
• Create content calendars and editorial plans aligned with campaigns.
• Oversee content creation with writers, designers, and videographers.
• Optimize content for SEO, UX, and conversions.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends and platforms.
• Present strategies and reports to clients and internal stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field

Tools

CMS platforms

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital marketing agency renowned for its innovative strategies, is seeking creative and analytical graduates to join as Content Strategists. This position is fully remote, allowing you to shape compelling content narratives from anywhere. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing content strategies that align with client objectives, drive engagement, and achieve measurable results across various digital platforms. This role requires a blend of creativity, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills. Our client champions a remote-first culture, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where talent can thrive and develop. While the company has operational roots near Soweto, Gauteng, this role is entirely remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive content strategies tailored to client goals and target audiences.
• Conduct in-depth audience research and keyword analysis to inform content planning.
• Create content calendars and editorial plans, ensuring alignment with marketing campaigns.
• Oversee content creation and production, collaborating with writers, designers, and videographers.
• Optimize existing content for SEO, user experience, and conversion rates.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends, content best practices, and emerging platforms.
• Present content strategies and performance reports to clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of content marketing principles and digital strategy.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Creative thinking and a passion for storytelling.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fully remote setting.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills are crucial for working effectively in a distributed team, supporting operations linked to Soweto, Gauteng.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth, including training in advanced digital marketing techniques and strategy development. This fully remote position offers exceptional flexibility and work-life balance. You will be part of an innovative and collaborative team, working on exciting projects for diverse clients and building a robust portfolio in content strategy. This is a prime opportunity to advance your career in digital marketing from anywhere, with a company that values strategic thinking and creative execution, while maintaining connections to the Soweto, Gauteng region.