Senior Social Media Content Creator — Hybrid, E‑commerce Brand

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Health insurance and wellness programs

Paid time off and public holidays

Professional development opportunities

Creative and dynamic work environment

Employee discounts on company products

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Social Media Content Creator to craft engaging, on-brand content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and more. You will conceptualize visuals, write copy, edit videos, and schedule posts to grow brand awareness and drive traffic.

You should show a strong portfolio, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, and experience with scheduling/analytics tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools and video editing software.
• Exceptional copywriting and storytelling skills with attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of major social media platforms, their algorithms, and audience behaviors.
• Experience with scheduling and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and publish engaging content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Develop visual assets including graphics, short-form videos, and animations.
• Write persuasive copy for posts, captions, and ads.
• Plan and manage a content calendar for consistent posting.
• Monitor trends, engagement, and competitor activity to inform strategy.
• Engage with the online community and foster positive brand interactions.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to align with brand guidelines.
• Analyze content performance and report on engagement and reach.
• Stay updated with new social media features and best practices.
• Assist in developing social media advertising concepts.

Skills

Copywriting

Storytelling

Graphic design

Video editing

Social media strategy

Content scheduling

Analytics

Education

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

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Social Media Content Creator to craft engaging, on-brand content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and more. You will conceptualize visuals, write copy, edit videos, and schedule posts to grow brand awareness and drive traffic.

You should show a strong portfolio, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, and experience with scheduling/analytics tools.