Social Media Strategist

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance bon

In-office Centurion position

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Continuous learning and professional发展

Creative and dynamic work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a creative and analytical Social Media Strategist to join our marketing team. You will shape our online presence, build community, and drive engagement across all platforms, translating brand objectives into innovative campaigns.

You will develop strategies, create compelling content, monitor trends, and optimize performance while collaborating with a dynamic in-office team in Centurion. This role offers growth through hands-on impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Strategist or similar role.
• Excellent content creation skills, including copywriting.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of paid social advertising and campaign management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Create engaging, platform-specific content that aligns with brand guidelines.
• Monitor channels for trends and engage with the community.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide optimization insights.
• Manage social media advertising campaigns, including budget and targeting.

Skills

Social media strategy

Copywriting

Graphic design

Video editing

Analytics tools

Social media advertising

Communication

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and analytical Social Media Strategist to join their vibrant marketing team in Centurion . This role is pivotal in shaping our online presence, building community, and driving engagement across all social media platforms. You will be responsible for developing innovative strategies that align with brand objectives and enhance customer interaction. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, office-based environment where your creativity and strategic thinking will directly impact our brand's success and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Create engaging and platform-specific content, including text, images, and video, that aligns with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, conversations, and user-generated content, actively engaging with the community.
• Analyze social media performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for campaign optimization and strategy refinement.
• Manage social media advertising campaigns, including budget allocation, targeting, and performance tracking.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Strategist or similar role, with a strong understanding of social media best practices.
• Excellent content creation skills, including copywriting and basic graphic design/video editing.
• Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social, Google Analytics).
• Strong understanding of social media advertising platforms and campaign management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Full-time, in-office position based in Centurion , fostering strong team collaboration.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in social media marketing.
• A dynamic and creative work culture with a focus on innovation.