Strategic Lead - Social Media & E‑commerce Content

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Access to creative tools

Employee discounts

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Social Media & E-commerce Content Creator to spearhead its digital content strategy in Sandton. You will conceptualize, produce, and manage eye-catching visuals, videos, and copy optimized for social and product pages.

The ideal candidate has a strong storytelling ability, extensive design and video editing skills, and a track record in driving online sales in e-commerce. This leadership role offers creative freedom and collaboration with marketing and product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of content creation, social media management, and digital marketing experience.
• Proven portfolio with graphic design, video editing and copywriting.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and video editing tools.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms and SEO knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop a content strategy that enhances brand visibility and drives e-commerce sales across social media and digital touchpoints.
• Create high-quality content including graphics, short videos, photography, and copy for social platforms and product pages.
• Ensure content aligns with brand guidelines, messaging, and marketing objectives.
• Manage the content calendar and schedule posts for optimal reach and engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Analyze content performance and use insights to improve engagement rates.
• Stay updated with social media trends and best practices in e-commerce marketing.
• Edit and retouch photos and videos for professional quality.
• Oversee user-generated content campaigns and community participation.
• Oversee production workflow to ensure timely asset delivery

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Digital marketing

Graphic design

Video editing

Copywriting

SEO

Analytics

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, Digital Media, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Shopify

WooCommerce

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Social Media & E-commerce Content Creator to spearhead its digital content strategy in Sandton. You will conceptualize, produce, and manage eye-catching visuals, videos, and copy optimized for social and product pages.

The ideal candidate has a strong storytelling ability, extensive design and video editing skills, and a track record in driving online sales in e-commerce. This leadership role offers creative freedom and collaboration with marketing and product