Social Media Manager - Digital Content

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible project ownership

Access to analytics tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative and strategic Social Media Manager to lead the online presence for arts and entertainment. This fully remote role involves developing and executing innovative social media strategies to foster engagement, boost brand awareness, and drive marketing objectives across global audiences.

The ideal candidate will excel in content creation, platform nuances, and data-driven optimization, delivering compelling campaigns from anywhere in the world.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Deep knowledge of major social platforms, algorithms, and audience behaviors.
• Excellent copywriting, basic graphic design, and video editing skills.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Google Analytics).
• Strong communication, collaboration and remote work capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy across platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Create, curate and schedule high-quality content (text, images, video, stories) aligned with brand voice and campaign goals.
• Monitor channels, engage with followers, and build a vibrant online community.
• Analyze performance metrics, generate reports and optimize strategies based on data.
• Stay updated on latest social media trends, tools and best practices for innovative campaigns.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly creative and strategic Social Media Manager to lead their online presence within the arts and entertainment sector. This fully remote position involves developing and executing innovative social media strategies that foster community engagement, drive brand awareness, and support key marketing objectives. The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in social media trends, understands platform nuances, and possesses exceptional content creation and analytical skills. As a remote leader, you will have the opportunity to connect with a global audience and shape the digital narrative of exciting artistic and entertainment projects from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy across all relevant platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging, high-quality content (text, images, video, stories) that aligns with brand voice and campaign goals.
• Monitor social media channels, engage with followers, and foster a vibrant online community.
• Analyze social media performance metrics, generate insightful reports, and optimize strategies based on data.
• Stay abreast of the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices to ensure innovative and effective campaigns.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms, their algorithms, and audience behaviors.
• Excellent content creation skills, including copywriting, basic graphic design, and video editing capabilities.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Google Analytics).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills, with a proven ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and the flexibility of fully remote work.
• Opportunities to manage social media for impactful projects in the arts and entertainment industry.
• Access to leading social media management and analytics tools.
• A dynamic, creative, and collaborative remote team environment.
• Shape compelling online narratives and build engaged communities globally.