Remote Social Media & Content Strategist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 279,000 - 502,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive contractor rates

Creative freedom in content strategy

Rustenburg, North West exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Media & Content Specialist to manage content across social platforms from a remote setup. You will create engaging visuals and copy, schedule posts, and analyze performance to optimize campaigns.

This role requires a strong portfolio, proficiency with Canva/Adobe Creative Suite, and a solid understanding of e‑commerce marketing. Remote-first with flexible hours and the opportunity to influence brand storytelling.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Specialist or Content Creator with a portfolio.
• Ability to create engaging visual and written content for social platforms.
• Proficiency with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite and major social networks’ analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational abilities.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with social media scheduling and management tools.
• Understanding of e‑commerce marketing principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute content strategies for Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.
• Create high-quality graphics, short videos, and copy for posts.
• Manage the social media content calendar and posting cadence.
• Monitor channels, respond to comments, and foster community engagement.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and optimize content.
• Collaborate with marketing and design to ensure brand consistency.
• Stay updated on platform trends and best practices in content creation.
• Assist in campaigns and promotions planning and execution.
• Conduct market research on audience preferences and competitor content.
• Contribute to overall digital marketing strategy of the e-commerce platform.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics

Copywriting

Remote work

Time management

Creative direction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Graphic Design

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media scheduling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Social Media & Content Specialist to manage content across social platforms from a remote setup. You will create engaging visuals and copy, schedule posts, and analyze performance to optimize campaigns.

This role requires a strong portfolio, proficiency with Canva/Adobe Creative Suite, and a solid understanding of e‑commerce marketing. Remote-first with flexible hours and the opportunity to influence brand storytelling.