Social Media & Digital Content Journalist (Contract) Midrand

MyCareerCraft; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft in Midrand is seeking a Social Media & Digital Content Journalist on a 3-year contract. You will plan, create and publish engaging social media content, write feature articles and conduct interviews with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor's in journalism/communications or equivalent, 3 years of digital content or social media experience, and strong writing and editing skills. Proficiency with analytics tools and SEO is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in digital content creation, journalism, or social media management.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• SEO, analytics platforms, and ethical communication standards experience.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and publish engaging social media content across various platforms.
• Write feature articles, blog posts, and content.
• Conduct interviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Use tools like Google Analytics, social media insights, or content performance dashboards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proven experience managing social media for a corporate company on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X/TikTok.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Writing

Editing

SEO

Analytics

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or equivalent

Job description

About the job Social Media & Digital Content Journalist (Contract) Midrand

Role Summary:

This role is based on a 3 year contract. Strategic thinker with a creative flair, someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Digital platforms, content trends, and brand storytelling.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in digital content creation, journalism, or social media management.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Search Engine Optimization, analytics platforms, and ethical communication standards experience.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to meet deadlines.

Duties:

• Plan, create, and publish engaging social media content across various platforms.
• Write feature articles, blog posts, and content.
• Conduct interviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Use tools like Google Analytics, social media insights, or content performance dashboards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proven experience managing social media for a corporate company on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X/TikTok.

A detailed job spec will be provided to all shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear back from us within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Unless otherwise noted, preference will be given to South African-born citizens.