Remote Sports Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Sports brand campaigns

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Remote Sports Marketing Specialist to design and run campaigns that boost brand visibility in the sports sector. You’ll craft content, manage social channels, and track performance from home.

Join a forward-thinking team and leverage digital and traditional media to engage target fans, partners, and sponsors while delivering measurable ROI. This role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to work with exciting sports brands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Experience in sports marketing, digital marketing, or content creation.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing strategies for sports initiatives.
• Create engaging content for social media, website, and collateral.
• Manage and grow social media presence across platforms.
• Analyze campaign performance and report ROI.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for brand consistency.
• Stay updated on sports marketing and digital trends.

Skills

Sports marketing

Digital marketing

Content creation

Social media analytics

Writing & editing

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and results-oriented Remote Sports Marketing Specialist to develop and execute innovative marketing campaigns that enhance brand visibility and engagement within the sports sector. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your passion for sports and marketing expertise to reach target audiences across various digital and traditional channels. You will play a key role in crafting compelling content, managing social media presence, and analyzing campaign performance to drive measurable outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the success of a leading brand from the comfort of their own home, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for sports-related initiatives and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for social media platforms, website, and other marketing collateral.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence across key platforms, fostering community interaction.
• Analyze marketing campaign performance, track key metrics, and provide regular reports on ROI.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure brand consistency and campaign alignment.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in sports marketing and digital media to identify new opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports marketing, digital marketing, or content creation.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with exciting sports brands and contribute to impactful campaigns.