Remote Sports Content Strategist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 660 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Flexible hours

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative and strategic Remote Sports Content Strategist to lead content initiatives for a global audience. You will develop editorial calendars, create engaging narratives across websites and social platforms, and optimize for SEO while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a passion for sports and exceptional writing, with at least 5 years in digital content strategy and experience with CMS and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in digital content strategy, content marketing, or editorial management.
• Proven ability to craft engaging narratives for diverse audiences.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage editorial calendars for website, social media, and apps.
• Conceptualize and pitch articles, videos, podcasts, and interactive features.
• Optimize content for SEO to maximize reach and visibility.
• Analyze content performance and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with creators, designers, and marketing teams to ensure brand consistency.

Connaissances

Content strategy

SEO proficiency

CMS experience

Analytics familiarity

Formation

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

Outils

Google Analytics

CMS

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a global leader in digital sports media and is seeking a highly creative and strategic Remote Sports Content Strategist to join their innovative team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing compelling content strategies across multiple digital platforms to engage a diverse international audience. This includes conceptualizing content ideas, planning editorial calendars, optimizing content for SEO, and analyzing performance metrics. The ideal candidate has a deep passion for sports, exceptional writing and editing skills, and a proven ability to craft engaging narratives that resonate with sports fans. You will be at the forefront of digital sports content creation, driving engagement and building brand loyalty. This is a fully remote-first opportunity, emphasizing asynchronous communication and digital collaboration tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies aligned with business objectives and target audience needs.
• Create and manage editorial calendars, ensuring a consistent flow of high-quality, engaging content across various platforms (website, social media, apps).
• Conceptualize and pitch innovative content ideas, including articles, videos, podcasts, and interactive features.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to maximize reach and visibility.
• Analyze content performance metrics (traffic, engagement, conversions) and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with content creators, designers, and marketing teams to ensure brand consistency and message effectiveness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging platforms, and best practices in digital content strategy.
• Manage freelance content contributors and provide editorial guidance as needed.
• Contribute to the overall brand voice and storytelling for our sports properties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital content strategy, content marketing, or editorial management, preferably within the Leisure & Sports industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective content strategies that drive engagement and growth.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail and storytelling.
• Proficiency in SEO best practices and keyword research tools.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Strong understanding of various social media platforms and their content requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowances.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting sports content projects.
• Access to online professional development resources and training.
• Flexible working hours to support a remote lifestyle.
• Be part of a globally connected and innovative digital sports media company.