Social Media & Content Strategist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with incentives

Hybrid work in George

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites a creative Social Media & Content Strategist to elevate our client’s online presence. This hybrid role blends remote work with office collaboration to drive engagement across platforms.

You will develop content strategies, manage posts and visuals, monitor trends, analyze performance, and collaborate with marketing, sales and product teams to ensure brand consistency and campaign success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in social media marketing and content creation.
• Proven ability to develop and execute social media strategies that drive engagement.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication with visuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy for different platforms.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content including posts, visuals, and videos.
• Monitor channels for trends and feedback, responding appropriately.
• Analyze performance metrics and report insights with strategic adjustments.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams for brand consistency.
• Manage influencer relationships and opportunities for partnerships.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics

Writing & editing

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Social Media & Content Strategist to enhance their online presence in George. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both remotely and from the office, fostering collaboration while maintaining work-life balance. You will be responsible for developing and implementing engaging content strategies that align with our brand's voice and marketing objectives across all social media platforms. This position requires a blend of creativity, analytical thinking, and a deep understanding of the social media landscape to drive engagement, build community, and support overall business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy tailored to different platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).


• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and high-quality content, including written posts, visuals, and videos.


• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, customer feedback, and relevant conversations, responding appropriately.


• Analyze social media performance metrics, generating reports on key insights and recommending strategic adjustments.


• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure brand consistency and campaign alignment.


• Manage influencer relationships and identify opportunities for brand partnerships.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in social media marketing and content creation.


• Proven ability to develop and execute successful social media strategies that drive engagement and growth.


• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with a keen eye for visual aesthetics.


• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.


• Understanding of digital marketing principles and how social media integrates with broader campaigns.


• Experience with basic graphic design or video editing tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.


• Hybrid work model combining remote flexibility with office collaboration in George.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.


• A dynamic and creative work environment with a supportive team culture.