Senior Content Writer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Híbrido; ZAR 360 000 - 480 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Salary negotiable

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Paid leave

Career growth

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Content Writer to produce engaging content across websites, blogs, social media and press materials. This hybrid role is based in Klerksdorp, North West, offering creative freedom and collaboration with marketing, design and product teams.

You will research topics, optimize for SEO, edit rigorously and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines. A portfolio of writing samples is essential and a strong command of language is required to drive compelling brand

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional content writing experience; Klerksdorp area preferred.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to create compelling, SEO-friendly content.
• Experience with long-form articles, blogs, social media, and website content.
• Strong research skills and ability to grasp complex topics quickly.
• Familiarity with CMS and SEO tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration; able to meet tight deadlines in a hybrid environment.
• Portfolio of writing samples is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Develop engaging content for websites, blogs, social media, marketing materials, and press releases.
• Research industry topics to ensure depth and accuracy of content.
• Optimize content for SEO to improve visibility and traffic.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to align with brand voice.
• Edit and proofread content for grammar, style, and clarity.
• Adapt writing style to different audiences and platforms.
• Generate content ideas and contribute to strategy discussions.
• Analyze content performance and refine creation accordingly.
• Handle multiple writing projects and meet deadlines.
• Stay updated on content marketing trends and best practices.

Conhecimentos

Content writing

Editing

SEO writing

CMS familiarity

Research skills

Time management

Portfolio

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Ferramentas

CMS

SEO tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Senior Content Writer to join their growing content team. This hybrid role, based in Klerksdorp, North West , requires a skilled wordsmith capable of producing high-quality, engaging content across various platforms. You will be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences, driving brand engagement, and supporting marketing objectives. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of language, an eye for detail, and a passion for storytelling. This position offers a blend of creative freedom and strategic input, contributing to impactful content strategies within the North West region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write engaging, informative, and persuasive content for websites, blogs, social media, marketing materials, and press releases.
• Conduct thorough research on industry-related topics to ensure accuracy and depth of content.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve online visibility and organic traffic.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to align content with brand voice and objectives.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure high standards of grammar, style, and clarity.
• Adapt writing style and tone to suit different audiences and platforms.
• Generate creative content ideas and contribute to content strategy discussions.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to refine content creation.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines consistently.
• Stay updated on content marketing trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role, ideally within the Klerksdorp area.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to create compelling and SEO-friendly content.
• Experience in various content formats, including long-form articles, blog posts, social media copy, and website content.
• Strong research skills and the ability to grasp complex topics quickly.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and SEO tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines in a hybrid work environment.
• A portfolio showcasing a diverse range of writing samples is essential.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive annual salary of R , negotiable based on experience. The benefits package includes contributions towards medical aid and a provident fund, opportunities for professional growth and skill development, flexible working hours with a hybrid model, and ample paid leave. You will be part of a dynamic team in Klerksdorp , contributing to creative projects with a focus on impactful communication.