Remote Junior Content Creator

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

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Content Creator to join a fully remote team in South Africa. The role focuses on writing blog posts, social updates, and supporting video scripts, with a strong emphasis on storytelling and digital media skills.

You'll collaborate with marketing to build content calendars, research trends, and optimize content for SEO while maintaining brand voice. A recent degree in a creative field and strong writing are essential for success in this fast-growing digital media

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or related creative field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite basics) is a plus.
• Familiarity with social platforms and distribution best practices.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles.
• Strong research skills and ability to translate complex ideas.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working remotely.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be eligible to work remotely and reside within South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, and edit engaging content for blogs, websites, social media, and marketing materials.
• Assist in creating visual content, including graphics and short videos.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content calendars and strategies.
• Research industry trends and topics to generate fresh content ideas.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility.
• Manage and update website content as needed.
• Monitor social media channels and engage with the audience.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide insights for improvement.
• Ensure all content aligns with brand voice and guidelines.

Skills

Writing

Editing

SEO basics

Research

Remote work

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Content strategy

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding digital media company, is looking for a creative and driven Junior Content Creator to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for storytelling and digital media to develop their skills and contribute to engaging content across various platforms. You will work on a variety of projects, from writing blog posts and social media updates to assisting with video scripts and visual content creation. We seek individuals who are highly imaginative, possess excellent writing skills, and are adept at using digital tools. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an independent, remote work environment and is eager to learn and experiment with new content formats. You will be empowered to bring fresh ideas to the table and play a key role in shaping our client's online presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, and edit engaging content for blogs, websites, social media, and marketing materials.
• Assist in creating visual content, including graphics and short videos, using relevant tools.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content calendars and strategies.
• Research industry trends and topics to generate fresh content ideas.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility.
• Manage and update website content as needed.
• Monitor social media channels and engage with the audience.
• Analyze content performance metrics and provide insights for improvement.
• Ensure all content aligns with brand voice and guidelines.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related creative field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite basics) is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and best practices for content distribution.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles.
• Strong research skills and the ability to translate complex ideas into accessible content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working remotely.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be eligible to work remotely and reside within South Africa.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a competitive starting salary and the flexibility to work from anywhere. Our client provides significant opportunities for professional growth, including training in advanced content creation techniques and digital marketing strategies. You will be part of a supportive and innovative team, working on exciting projects for a growing company. We encourage creativity and provide the tools and freedom necessary for our remote employees to excel. Join a company that values original thinking and empowers its team members to shape the future of digital content from **Port Elizabeth**, Eastern Cape, or any other designated remote location.