Digital Social Media Manager – Howick

Responsibilities: Social Media Develop and manage social media plans, scheduling content at least two months in advance Create and oversee content (photography, video, copywriting) across all platforms Place and manage paid ads; oversee influencer engagement and collaboration opportunities Create regular posts: 4 per week on specified platforms, bi-weekly TikTok posts, monthly YouTube videos, and platform-specific posts for special channels Run campaigns, competitions, and giveaways; boost posts to target relevant audiences Act as community officer: respond to queries, monitor trends, and report analytics monthly Liaise with aligned brands for collaboration opportunities Paid Advertising and Analytics Manage Facebook and Google Ads, including copy, images, and competitor campaigns Report on analytics with budget suggestions and optimise campaigns for performance Google My Business Monitor customer feedback, respond promptly, and maintain high-quality images Keep the platform active and maximise brand impact Website and Graphic Support Support website content, seasonal campaigns, and layout creation Copywriting for storytelling, newsletters, emailers, and web pages Design monthly banners and newsletters; coordinate with freelancers for photography and video Identify and fix navigation issues, and ensure deadlines are met for campaigns Grow customer database through competitions, quizzes, and loyalty initiatives Photography and Videography Oversee freelance photographers and videographers for social media, website, print, and events Manage visual content for launches, collaborations, events, and product campaigns Events and Campaign Support Attend events to manage content and influencers Communicate events internally via emailers Provide digital advertising support for multiple locations or partner marketing teams Requirements Degree or equivalent graduate course in Digital Media Management or an Arts degree 5 Years experience in Digital Media Management with social media specialist 5 Years experience in digital planning at a strategic level with high end brands Exceptional attention to detail with flawless English (10/10 fluency and spelling accuracy) Social media planning and content generation and alignment Technical understanding of video creation and editing Talented copywriter Intrinsic understanding of insights from Google/Facebook analytics Operating knowledge of Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Lightroom or Canva Excel skills Intermediate to advanced Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

Location: Howick, ZA

Posted Date: 8/28/2025