Social Media Content Writer

Location: Randburg, JHB
Salary: Up to R20kpm

About the Role:
The ideal candidate needs to have knowledge of website content publishing and a broad understanding of social media platforms.

Requirements:
Relevant tertiary education - degree in Journalism, Digital Communications, or Media
3 years online publishing experience
Examples of past published work a requirement
Candidate must be prepared to work flexible hours, after 17:00 if needed and weekends
Own transport
Fluent in English – read, write, speak
Experienced in Apple Mac and MS Office
Understanding of cross-platform digital trends and technology
Experience with image editing software such as Photoshop advantageous
Experienced in online and social media platforms and publishing in a professional environment (i.e. Websites, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Google Plus, Vine etc.)
Familiar with South African and international mainstream television entertainment
Required to be available for shifts including evening or weekends, project dependent

Duties:
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 where necessary
Coordinating and sourcing content for the social and website platforms
Reporting and analysis of stats and trends
Keep up to date with the latest social media trends and practices
Enhancing online and social media strategies and implementation
Cross-platform publishing with various CMS’s
Management of social communities across various social media platforms