Social Media & Content Creator - E-commerce

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance incentives

Online training

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Social Media & Content Creator to join our online retailer partner in Rustenburg. This remote role focuses on digital storytelling, engaging customers, and driving brand awareness across social platforms.

You will develop a content calendar, produce visuals and copy, monitor trends, and collaborate with the marketing team to boost engagement and sales while delivering high-quality content with a consistent brand voice.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of engaging social media content, demonstrating variety across platforms.
• Excellent visual and written communication with a strong storytelling ability.
• Experience with Canva, Photoshop and basic video editing tools.
• Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and other relevant channels.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple projects with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and publish content for social media channels.
• Develop and manage a social media content calendar with a consistent brand voice.
• Monitor trends and engage with the audience across platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing to align social content with campaigns and promotions.
• Track performance using analytics and report on engagement, reach and traffic.

Skills

Social media content creation

Brand storytelling

Written communication

Graphic design

Video editing

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Video editing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic online retailer, is seeking a talented and creative Social Media & Content Creator to join their team in Rustenburg . This role is perfect for someone passionate about digital storytelling and connecting with customers online. You will be responsible for generating engaging content across various social media platforms, driving brand awareness, and fostering community engagement for our client's growing e-commerce business. This is a remote position, offering flexibility while allowing you to make a substantial impact on our client's digital presence and sales performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create, and publish original, high-quality content (including images, videos, graphics, and written posts) for social media channels.
• Develop and execute a social media content calendar, ensuring a consistent and engaging brand voice.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, relevant news, and opportunities for engagement.
• Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner, fostering a positive community environment.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align social media content with broader marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
• Track and analyze social media performance using analytics tools, providing regular reports on engagement, reach, and traffic.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a Social Media Content Creator or similar role, with a portfolio of engaging social media content.
• Excellent visual and written communication skills, with a keen eye for aesthetics and brand storytelling.
• Proficiency with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Photoshop) and video editing software.
• Deep understanding of various social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.) and their respective audiences.
• Familiarity with e-commerce best practices and consumer behavior online.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• Access to online training and professional development resources.
• Opportunities to grow within a forward-thinking e-commerce company.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products.