Content Writer / Online Publisher

Location: Randburg, JHB
Salary: Negotiable

Purpose of the Role:
The ideal candidate needs to have knowledge of website content publishing and a broad understanding of social media platforms. The candidates must also be familiar with South African and International mainstream television, must be prepared to work flexible hours and have a passionate learning attitude.

Requirements:
Minimum 3 years online publishing experience
Relevant tertiary education - degree in Journalism, Digital Communications or Media
Examples of past published work
Fluent in English
Experienced in Apple Mac and have good MS Office software skills
Experienced in cross-platform digital trends and technology
Experience with image editing software, such as Photoshop
Experienced in online and social media platforms and publishing in a professional environment
Websites, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Google Plus, Vine etc
Needs to be familiar with South African and international mainstream television entertainment

Duties:
Social and online content planning and implementation
Social-to-TV publishing
Write engaging copy demonstrating the ability to translate broadcast events into news and feature articles
Write various content types such as website copy, articles, headlines, image captions, video abstracts etc.
Maintain and create original content for website and online platforms
Upload, publish and promote content on the online and social platforms
Researching, interviewing and sourcing information and news stories
Working with video team on content for online and social platforms, required to attend shoots
Coordinating and sourcing content
Reporting on content publishing
Enhancing online and social media strategies and implementation
Cross-platform publishing with various CMS’s
Management of social communities
Required to be available for shifts including evening or weekends, project dependent