Remote Sports Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and digitally-savvy Remote Sports Marketing Specialist to boost brand awareness and engagement in the Leisure & Sports market. You will develop and execute innovative campaigns across social media, email, and content channels to connect with sports enthusiasts from anywhere.

Collaborating with teams, you will analyze performance, optimize strategies, and stay ahead of trends in sports marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of digital marketing experience.
• Proven ability to manage social media platforms and campaigns.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, email marketing and content marketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and creative.
• Ability to work remotely and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive digital marketing strategies for the sports audience.
• Create engaging content (graphics, videos, copy) for online platforms.
• Manage and grow social media presence and audience engagement.
• Analyze campaign performance and provide ROI insights.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and marketing alignment.
• Stay up-to-date with sports marketing trends and best practices.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and digitally-savvy Remote Sports Marketing Specialist to drive brand awareness and engagement within the competitive Leisure & Sports market. This role is crucial for developing and executing innovative marketing strategies across various digital channels to reach and connect with sports enthusiasts. Working from anywhere, you will leverage your expertise in social media, content creation, and campaign management to amplify our client's presence and promote their diverse sports offerings, contributing significantly to audience growth and market penetration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive digital marketing strategies, including social media campaigns, email marketing, and content marketing, tailored for the sports audience.
• Create engaging and shareable content such as graphics, videos, and written copy for various online platforms.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence, monitoring engagement, and responding to audience interactions.
• Analyze campaign performance using relevant metrics and tools, providing regular reports on ROI and key insights.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and align marketing efforts with business objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in sports marketing, digital advertising, and social media best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital marketing, with a demonstrable focus on the Leisure & Sports industry.
• Proven success in managing social media platforms, creating engaging content, and executing digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, email marketing, and content marketing principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and creativity.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility with the ability to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities and access to industry training.
• A dynamic and collaborative remote team environment focused on passion for sports and marketing innovation.