Social Media Manager - Entertainment

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Fully remote position

Work with entertainment brands

Professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Social Media Manager to lead online presence for entertainment brands. This remote role focuses on creating compelling content, managing platforms, and analyzing performance to drive engagement and audience growth.

The ideal candidate boasts a strong portfolio of campaigns, deep platform knowledge, and the ability to translate data into impactful strategies while collaborating with marketing and PR teams.

Qualifications

• Proven portfolio with successful campaigns across social channels.
• Deep knowledge of major platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Facebook, YouTube).
• Experience with social analytics and reporting tools.
• Strong content creation skills including copywriting and basic visuals/video editing.
• Ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication and organization for a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies across platforms.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content that aligns with brand voice.
• Monitor channels for trends and engagement opportunities.
• Respond to comments/messages in a timely, professional manner.
• Analyze performance and generate reports with insights for improvements.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and PR teams for cohesive messaging.

Skills

Campaign management

Content creation

Social platforms

Analytics

Copywriting

Video editing

Remote work

Social listening

Tools

Buffer

Hootsuite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and creative Social Media Manager to lead their online presence for entertainment brands. This role, based remotely, is responsible for developing and implementing engaging social media strategies that build brand awareness, drive audience engagement, and foster community growth. You will be tasked with creating compelling content, managing social platforms, and analyzing performance metrics to ensure maximum impact. The ideal candidate is a social media native with a deep understanding of current trends, a passion for entertainment, and a proven ability to craft captivating narratives that resonate with online audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content, including text, images, videos, and stories, that aligns with brand voice and objectives.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, relevant conversations, and opportunities for engagement.
• Respond to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner, fostering a positive community environment.
• Analyze social media performance using relevant tools, generating reports on key metrics and providing insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and PR teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and campaign execution.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role, with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful campaigns.
• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms, their respective audiences, and best practices.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite) and analytics platforms.
• Strong content creation skills, including copywriting, basic graphic design, and video editing.
• Ability to interpret social media data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills, essential for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering significant work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunities to work with exciting entertainment brands and projects.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development in social media marketing.
• Collaborative virtual team environment with regular communication.