Social Media Coordinator (Sports Club)

Winning Form; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African sports brand is seeking a Social Media Coordinator to enhance its online presence. The role requires developing and implementing a social media strategy, creating engaging content, and covering live events. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in copywriting and social media analytics. You will work with a dynamic team to drive marketing initiatives. This is a full-time role based in Durban, with the chance to grow in a vibrant industry.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in social media.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a social media strategy to boost online presence.
• Create and curate engaging content for various platforms.
• Attend events to capture live content.

Skills

Copywriting experience

Live Event Coverage

Analytics & Performance Reporting

Collaboration & Communication

Education

Diploma / Degree

Job description

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Responsibilities

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an amazing opportunity for a Social Media Coordinator to be based at our Hollywoodbets Greyville offices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing our Social Media strategy in order to increase our online presence and improve our marketing and sales efforts.

With Hollywoodbets You Will:

• Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.
• Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.
• Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

You Bring:

• Valid driver’s license (Manual)
• 1 to 2 years Copywriting experience
• Live Event Coverage & Real-Time Posting experience
• Analytics & Performance Reporting experience
• Collaboration & Communication with Teams

Bonus to have:

• Diploma / Degree advantageous

What You’ll Do for The Brand:

• Execute a results-driven social media strategy aligned with the Hollywood Athletics Club brand and objectives.
• Develop and implement social media strategies for Club, elites, events and races.
• Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms.
• Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content.
• Work with copywriters and designers to ensure content is informative and appealing.
• Attend Club races and events to capture and post live content (includes early mornings, weekends, and public holidays).
• Create and manage content for elite athletes, ensuring alignment with brand tone and sponsor requirements.
• Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels.
• Collaborate with marketing team to create a social media calendar.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends and keep abreast of the latest social media best practices and technologies.
• Interact with users and respond to social media messages, inquiries, and comments.
• Review analytics and create reports on key metrics.
• Assist in the development and management of social media marketing and influencer marketing strategy.
• Manage paid media campaigns across all social media platforms to increase reach, engagement, and conversions.
• Find opportunities to promote our social media channels online and offline.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Team and Operational Team to align all content and campaigns with broader Club objectives.
• Work closely with teammates in order to maintain a consistent brand voice across all paid and organic campaigns.
• Suggest new ways to attract prospective customers, like promotions and competitions.
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual social media performance reports.
• Any other ad hoc duties that might be required such as working overtime and weekend work.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• People Management Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Time Management Skills

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!
Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.
Please be advised that should you not be contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Job Info

• Job Identification 842
• Job Category Marketing
• Posting Date 12/18/2025, 07:12 AM
• Apply Before 12/24/2025, 07:11 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Roster No

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