Remote Senior Content Strategist - Digital Storytelling

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,162,000 - 1,826,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible remote work environment

Professional development and training

Access to leading-edge tools

Collaborative remote team culture

Varied client projects

Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a Remote Senior Content Strategist to lead global content initiatives, shaping narratives that engage audiences and drive measurable results. You will own content planning, SEO alignment, and cross-functional collaboration across marketing and product teams.

As a remote-first agency, we value strategic thinking, exceptional writing, and data-driven decision making. You’ll work with diverse clients, set editorial calendars, and iterate content strategies based on

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Content Strategist or similar with a strong portfolio.
• Strong SEO, SEM, CMS, and analytics knowledge.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience creating editorial calendars and production workflows.
• Analytical mindset with ability to translate data into strategy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration; remote work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement content strategies across platforms.
• Conduct audience, competitive, and keyword research.
• Create content calendars and editorial plans aligned to SEO.
• Oversee content creation, editing, and publishing.
• Analyze content performance and provide optimization insights.
• Collaborate with design, development, and marketing teams.
• Stay updated on digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Advise clients on content strategy development.

Skills

Content Strategist

SEO Knowledge

CMS Experience

Analytics

Editorial Calendars

Remote Work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Analytics

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing digital marketing agency seeking a Remote Senior Content Strategist to lead the development and execution of compelling content strategies for a global clientele. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for crafting narratives that resonate with target audiences, driving engagement, and achieving measurable business objectives across various digital channels. This role requires a deep understanding of content marketing principles, SEO best practices, and the ability to analyze data to inform strategic decisions. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure content is innovative, relevant, and aligned with brand voice. We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional writing and communication skills who is passionate about creating impactful digital experiences. As a remote-first organization, we embrace flexibility and provide the tools and support necessary for our team members to thrive in a distributed work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies across multiple platforms, including websites, blogs, social media, and email marketing.
• Conduct audience research, competitive analysis, and keyword research to identify content opportunities and trends.
• Create detailed content calendars and editorial plans aligned with marketing objectives and SEO strategies.
• Oversee content creation, editing, and publishing processes, ensuring quality, consistency, and brand voice.
• Analyze content performance using analytics tools and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with design, development, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive campaign execution.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital marketing trends, SEO algorithm changes, and content marketing best practices.
• Advise clients on content best practices and strategy development.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Strategist, Content Marketing Manager, or similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful content campaigns.
• Exceptional understanding of SEO, SEM, content management systems (CMS), and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a demonstrated ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Experience in developing editorial calendars and managing content production workflows.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency in content strategy tools and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Access to leading-edge digital marketing tools and resources.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• The chance to work on exciting and diverse client projects.