Remote Senior Content Creator and Copywriter

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home-office stipend

Provident fund

Access to online learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Content Creator and Copywriter for a fully remote role. You will own the narrative across blogs, website copy, social content, and marketing collateral, crafting compelling content for a global audience.

The role requires a minimum of 6 years of professional content experience, exceptional writing and editing skills, and a strong SEO focus. You will work autonomously in a fully remote setup, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive content strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in English, journalism, marketing, or communications.
• Minimum 6 years in content creation, copywriting, or similar role.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality content for blog posts, website copy, social media, emails, and ads.
• Develop and implement content strategies aligned with brand voice and goals.
• Research industry topics to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for SEO to improve visibility and engagement.
• Collaborate with designers and marketing teams to align visuals and copy.
• Maintain consistent brand voice across all communications.
• Proofread and edit content for grammar, clarity, and style.
• Analyze content performance and adjust strategy based on data.
• Stay updated on content marketing trends and best practices.
• Manage multiple content projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Exceptional writing

SEO expertise

Storytelling

Content strategy

Editing

Research skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Marketing/Communications

Tools

WordPress

Google Analytics

SEO tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing tech startup that thrives on exceptional content. They are looking for a talented and highly motivated Senior Content Creator and Copywriter to join their fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative wordsmith to own the narrative and craft compelling content that resonates with a global audience. You will be instrumental in developing and executing content strategies across various platforms, including blog posts, website copy, social media updates, marketing collateral, and more. As a fully remote position, you will have the autonomy and flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing to a culture that values trust, results, and effective communication. If you have a knack for storytelling and a passion for creating impactful copy, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, and edit high-quality content for diverse digital channels, including website copy, blog posts, white papers, case studies, social media, email campaigns, and ad copy.
• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies that align with marketing goals and brand voice.
• Conduct in-depth research on industry-related topics to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to increase visibility and engagement.
• Collaborate with designers and marketing teams to ensure visual and written content complement each other.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and tone across all communications.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, and style.
• Analyze content performance metrics and make data-driven adjustments to strategy.
• Stay updated on content marketing trends and best practices.
• Manage multiple content projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines consistently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in content creation, copywriting, or a similar role, preferably in a tech or digital environment.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to craft engaging and persuasive copy for various audiences and platforms.
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and best practices for content optimization.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, concise language.
• Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to measure content performance.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a fully remote setting.
• A strong portfolio showcasing diverse writing samples is required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary between ZAR.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Company-provided equipment or stipend for home office setup.
• Access to online learning resources and training.
• Contribution to provident fund.
• Regular virtual team-building activities.