Social Media Manager

Modern Day Talent; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic media brand is looking for a Social Media Manager to lead its digital presence. Responsibilities include managing content strategy across platforms like TikTok and Instagram, optimizing community engagement, and enhancing brand voice. Candidates should have 3-7 years of experience in social media management, a proven growth track record, and a portfolio showcasing their work. This remote role offers a salary of R25,000 - R30,000 per month with occasional travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 - 7 years in social media management, ideally with content-driven brands.
• Proven success in growing and managing social channels.
• Portfolio of work showcasing social media expertise.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the social media content calendar across platforms.
• Repurpose podcast episodes into engaging content.
• Track performance metrics and optimize content for growth.

Skills

Content management

Campaign execution

Excellent writing

Video creation/editing

Website content management

Job description

Overview

Role: Social Media Manager

Location: Remote in South Africa

Working hours: Monday - Friday | 9am - 5.30pm UK time

Salary range: R25,000 - R30,000 per month

About our client

Our client hosts a mission-driven podcast and media brand dedicated to creating a world where everyone can physically and mentally thrive in peace. They bring together leading thinkers, creators and change-makers to speak meaningful conversations and inspire transformation.

They are now looking for a Social Media Manager to join their growing team and lead the digital presence of both the podcast host and the podcast itself across TikTok, Instagram, and other emerging platforms.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, strategic, and execution-driven Social Media Manager to own our client’s content strategy end-to-end. You’ll take full responsibility for managing, curating, and growing their social media channels, while also contributing to related areas like email marketing, video creation, and website content.

Our client is looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced, creative environments, and who’s motivated by their mission of global wellbeing and positive impact.

Key Responsibilities

Content Management & Strategy

• Own and execute the social media content calendar across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and additional platforms.
• Repurpose podcast episodes into engaging, platform-native content (short-form video, reels, carousels, captions, etc.).
• Develop and maintain a consistent brand voice and storytelling style across channels.
• Collaborate with editors, designers, and the YouTube team to align on brand messaging.

Community Growth & Engagement

• Track performance metrics, analyse engagement, and optimise content for growth.
• Experiment with new formats and trends to expand reach and audience engagement.
• Translate insights into actionable recommendations for long-term strategy.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure timely content scheduling, including weekends when required.
• Manage workflows across global team members in Canada, US, UK, Holland, and Germany.
• Bring a self-starter mindset, working with high autonomy and accountability.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 3 - 7 years in social media management, ideally within content-driven brands, creators, or podcasts.
• Track Record: Proven success in growing and managing social channels; bonus if you’ve built your own audience.
• Portfolio: Portfolio of your work that our client is able to look at.

Skills

• Strong content management and campaign execution.
• Excellent writing ability for both short-form and long-form content (social + email).
• Video creation/editing proficiency for social-first storytelling.
• Website content management experience (WordPress or similar).

Traits

• High agency and ability to operate independently.
• Growth mindset and curiosity for testing new ideas.
• Mission alignment: passion for wellbeing, peace, and personal development.
• Strong attention to detail and creative storytelling instincts.

Lifestyle

• Excited by occasional travel opportunities (Los Angeles, Dubai, London).

Nice to have

• Being able to produce and edit engaging video content, including short-form reels and talking head/B-roll formats.
• Write compelling copy for social posts, email marketing campaigns, and website updates.

Please only apply for this position if your experience aligns with the aforementioned requirements and you're able to produce a portfolio/link to your social media work/content creation