Senior Content Creator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Creative freedom

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Senior Content Creator to join our marketing team. You will develop engaging content across blog posts, social media, video scripts, and website copy, shaping our brand narrative.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in content creation, strong writing, editing and proofreading, and proven experience building content strategies for blogs, social, and websites. You will collaborate with designers and marketing specialists, manage content calendars, and analyze

Qualifications

• 4+ years in content creation, copywriting, or journalism.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading with published work.
• Experience developing content strategies for social media, blogs, and websites.
• Familiarity with SEO and CMS.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, edit, and produce blog posts, social updates, website copy, and marketing collateral.
• Develop content strategies aligned with marketing objectives and audience needs.
• Collaborate with designers and marketing specialists to create visually appealing content.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely publication across channels.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to optimize future content creation.
• Stay up-to-date with content marketing trends and best practices.

Skills

Content writing

Editing

Proofreading

Content strategy

SEO basics

CMS familiarity

Social media

Digital marketing

Project management

Tools

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Senior Content Creator to join their dynamic marketing team in Soweto . This role is responsible for developing engaging and high-quality content across various platforms, including written articles, social media posts, video scripts, and website copy. You will play a key role in shaping our brand's narrative and driving audience engagement through compelling storytelling. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing and creative skills, a strong understanding of content marketing strategies, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, consistently delivering polished and impactful content.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, edit, and produce a wide range of content, including blog posts, social media updates, website copy, and marketing collateral.
• Develop creative content strategies aligned with marketing objectives and target audience needs.
• Collaborate with designers and marketing specialists to create visually appealing and effective content.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely publication across all channels.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to optimize future content creation.
• Stay up-to-date with content marketing trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in content creation, copywriting, or journalism.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Proven experience in developing content strategies for social media, blogs, and websites.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices and content management systems (CMS).
• Strong understanding of digital marketing principles and audience engagement tactics.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further education.
• Creative freedom to explore new content formats and storytelling approaches.
• A collaborative team environment fostering innovation and growth.