A reputable business with a well-established database of blue-chip clients is looking for a Senior DTP Operator / typesetter
The DTP Operator is responsible for the accurate typesetting of financial print and digital mediums, and delivering a product of exceptional quality, within the negotiated timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer focus
Workflow process management
Administration
Relationship management
Strategy Implementation
Qualifications:
3 to 5 years, experience gained in a similar position
Design and finished art experience advantageous
Microsoft Windows: Advanced Level: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Advanced levels of Mac: Adobe CC suite, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
Advantageous:
Own reliable transport and able to travel and work after hours and on site at clients if required.
Previous experience gained in an advertising or marketing agency, or within a large corporate environment
Join an established print house working on retail and FMCG clients as their DTP Operator based in Johannesburg.
Responsibilities
Perform DTP make-up, layout and design
Perform detailed editing of typesetting
Read and understand work tickets
Adjustment of kerning for price points
Supply certified contract proofs for colour and content when required
Ensure that all capturing information regarding time is entered correctly on Printvis for costing purposes
Requirements
Tertiary qualification or similar in DTP
2 to 3 years relevant experience in DTP/repro and a sound knowledge of the printing industry
Understanding of desk top publishing skills and techniques
Knowledge of multiple operating software packages
Working knowledge of print processes, colour adjustments and file building techniques
Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat
Working knowledge of Mac platform
Join a leading print house that works within the FMCG and retail arenas as their Advertising Coordinator based in Johannesburg.
Responsibilities
Manage the retail portfolios of various clients
Implement briefs to studio and oversee workflow whilst meeting media deadlines
Develop and participate in campaigns
Assist clients by resolving brief queries and provide updates on this
Lead meetings and deliver presentations
Requirements
Matric and certificate or diploma in retail advertising
Previous TTL, digital media, BTL and social media experience
RMS systems
Experience working on retail and FMCG
Understanding of print and product processes
Detail-orientated
A reputable business with a well-established database of blue chip clients is looking for a Language Practitioner
Purpose of the Role
The Language Practitioner is accountable for checking changes from client, proofreading, editing, language adaptation, spell checks, and quality control of all printed and digital jobs against client-supplied copy within the negotiated timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Customer focus
Workflow process management
Administration
Relationship management
Strategy Implementation
Qualifications:
Relevant BA/Honours degree in Linguistics
3 to 5 years’ experience gained in a similar position as a language practitioner
Previous experience in a similar industry or in a corporate environment
Microsoft Windows: Advanced Level: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Advantageous:
Experience in working with annual reports
Proof reading in a digital environment
Own reliable transport and able to travel and work after hours and on site at clients if required.
Join a leading full service ad agency as a Social Media Copywriter.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma or degree
+2 year's experience writing and publishing engaging Social Media content
Agency experience essential
Experience on platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
Proven experience optimising Social Media Content (language, message, tone, etc.)
Experience selecting appealing graphics and videos in order to compliment your content and text
A highly creative integrated agency is looking for a mid-level multimedia designer to join their team
Duties
Produce accurate and high-quality designs for use in websites, emailers and other digital platforms
Must be able to show initiative, produce fresh ideas and approach duties with creativity
Requirements
Must have multimedia and motion graphics experience
Must have animation and video editing skills
Proficiency in the following software: Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut
Excellent verbal and visual communication skills
An award-winning creative full-service agency has an opportunity for a digitally-savvy DTP / Digital Operator based in Johannesburg.
Requirements
5+ years experience within a DTP/digital operator role
Digitally savvy (70% digital and 30% traditional)
Ability to assist and up-skill team using your expertise
Edit and layout of finished material using a variety of software applications across different sizes of digital and traditional mediums
Exception attention to detail and consistency
Thorough understanding of digital and traditional channels
Follow digital best practice, technical and production requirements
Adhere to CI across a diverse portfolio of clients
Mediasend or Adsend knowledge
An award-winning creative agency has an opportunity for a digitally-savvy Creative Director based in Johannesburg.
Requirements
7+ years experience working as a digital creative
Tertiary and relevant qualifications in related field
Develop and determine the best way to represent an idea online
Produce high level concepts for design projects across all digital platforms
Stay on trend of latest technologies
Use metrics to shape the digital strategy
Craft unique and innovative user experiences
Drive volume and speed of real-time content production in the digital space
Digitally focused to take the company to the next level
Assist in guiding and training the rest of the team in terms of the digital sphere
Be the growth that forms part of the agencies digital division and make a difference
This reputable business with a well-established database of blue chip clients is looking for a Proof Reader
Purpose of the Role
The Proof Reader is responsible for providing exceptional quality proof reading of clients copy. They are responsible for the proof reading of printed and digital jobs against supplied client copy within the negotiated timelines. Creating and maintaining clients’ style guides, performing quality control checks
Key Responsibilities
Customer focus
Workflow process management
Administration
Relationship management
Strategy Implementation
Qualifications:
Recognised degree and/or sufficient work experience which equals a relevant qualification 3 to 5 years’ experience as a proof reader Microsoft Windows: Advanced Level: Word, Excel and Outlook
Advantageous: Experience in working with annual reports Proof reading in a digital environment Own reliable transport and ability to travel and work on site at client if required Able to work after hours
An innovative organisation who are leaders within their industry, have a vacancy for Digital Marketing Coordinator.
As the Digital Marketing Coordinator, you will be responsible for briefing, coordinating, and executing all digital campaigns, liaising with key partners and external agencies.
The ideal candidate should be familiar with digital campaigns and have digital marketing experience.
Responsibilities:
Day to day management and optimization of digital media campaigns.
Day to day running of reports to monitor performance.
Assist in the development of marketing campaigns using digital channels.
Critically analyse the performance of campaigns; identify strategic opportunities; facilitating change to hit and exceed expectations and KPI’s.
Taking ownership for the successful delivery and deployment of creative campaigns across all display platforms.
Compiling briefing documents for new creatives and management of deadlines for new campaign rollout.
Running programmatic campaigns, developing strategies and optimisation to achieve the desired goal.
Partner with marketing team members to develop integrated efforts across channels, on new and upcoming campaigns.
Develops a total understanding of digital audiences marketing thought targeting technics.
Assisting with ad hoc tasks i.e. analysing campaigns and administration tasks.
Support the digital marketing team with successful rollout of campaigns and strategies.
Support in the development and implementation of digital marketing strategy.
Assistance with monthly billing recons and invoices.
Assistance with compiling daily and weekly performance reports and highlighting areas of improvement.
Provides campaign performance reporting and analysis on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
Stay on top of the always-evolving digital marketing landscape, from industry news to emerging technology.
Requirements:
A degree or qualification in marketing, advertising or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years’ experience in a digital marketing position.
High-level understanding of digital marketing, electronic communication strategies and overall digital insights & analytics.
Previous experience in an analytical environment will be advantageous.
Marketing Platform and Campaign Manager experience will be advantageous.
Detail-oriented with a focus on driving performance
Join a full-service integrated agency working as a Digital Account Manager on a large retail brand.
Responsibilities
Understand customer segmentation
Deliver strong eCRM campaigns
Build long lasting relationships with clients
Ensure effective communication between the agency and the client
Develop and assist in taking briefs
Execute briefs professionally
Manage process of campaign costs, invoicing and status documents
Manage client campaigns and ensure effective delivery in accordance to KPI's
Maintain and grow knowledge of industry and digital marketing trends
Requirements
3+ years experience in digital marketing is essential
Degree or relevant qualification in marketing, advertising and digital
Experience working on retail accounts and knowledge of eCRM
Experience within a digital or marketing agency
Understanding of client service and project management
Proven experience in running campaigns
Knowledge of MS Office
Experience with Workbook, Figma and data analysis platforms would be advantageous
Join a full-service integrated agency working as a Digital Account Manager on a large retail brand.
Responsibilities
Build long lasting relationships with clients
Ensure effective communication between the agency and the client
Develop and assist in taking briefs
Execute briefs professionally
Manage process of campaign costs, invoicing and status documents
Manage client campaigns and ensure effective delivery in accordance to KPI's
Maintain and grow knowledge of industry and digital marketing trends
Requirements
3+ years experience in digital marketing is essential
Degree or relevant qualification in marketing, advertising and digital
Experience working on retail accounts, specifically within the beverage/alcohol industry
Experience within a digital or marketing agency
Understanding of client service and project management
Proven experience in running campaigns
Knowledge of MS Office
Experience with Workbook, Figma and data analysis platforms would be advantageous
The New Business Director will be responsible for helping the CEO to grow the business of this global consultancy - from business development, marketing and finance to develop and driving strategies that stay ahead of their existing and new clients’ demands.
He/she will be responsible for the growth and to a degree efficiency of business. They will be a member of the senior management team, reporting to the CEO. The person must be able to maintain control of diverse business operations.
Qualifications
15+ Years’ experience
Deep industry expertise within the public relations and marketing industry
Strong team leadership
Ability to decipher and understand market trends
Resource management
Key responsibilities
STRATEGY - Support the CEO in driving Africa expansion by developing and implementing growth-generating strategies
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT -Grow business and increase revenue by cultivating new business leadsidentifying new business opportunities and bring in revenue against set targets with a particular focus on IPG local/African affiliates
PRODUCTION - Manage production team and oversea client contracts, suppliers and legal requirements for business
FINANCIAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT - Work with the CEO to drive financial targets and revenue generation, to maintain a financially sound and profitable company
CLIENT SERVICE - Develop a pathway for growth, focused on client solutions that build on strengths and ensures profitable scale of the agency
MARKETING - Support the CEO in marketing and positioning of Africa operation both internally (globally) and externally
PUBLIC RELATIONS - Previous experience working in a PR agency experience / corporate communications is required.
Join a global integrated brand activation agency as their Account Manager working closely on shopper and integrated marketing
Responsibilities
Develop and lead campaign management for client
Understand and implement your knowledge of social media and how it works into the marketing mix
Maintain communication with client and relay any trends that could be of benefit to them
Follows timings and provides feedback reporting between client and agency
Present and pitch to clients
Advise and work closely with creative team on briefs and artwork
Negotiate and build relationships with suppliers to keep client budgets in line with requirements
Understand and continuously develop your understanding of the client's business
Requirements
3 to 5 years experience within a similar role
Clear understanding of shopper and integrated marketing channels
Tertiary qualification or degree beneficial
Knowledge of MS Office
Strong attention to detail
Ability to lead by example
International or experience working on global clients beneficial
Benefits
Bonus scheme based on performance
Pension contribution
Training and mentoring assistance
Numerous soft benefits
Job Description
A long-standing integrated advertising agency is looking for a TTL art director/designer to produce award winning work for one of South Africa's largest national retailers
Responsibilities
Designing and delivering ATL graphics, websites, social media graphics, logos, email campaigns, mobi-site animations and Gifs, static and rich banners
Fast turn-around with app artwork
Designing of digital artwork i.e. Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads in a static or animated format, as well as an organic content artwork
Create video/animation elements
Create and roll-out ATL concepts to match up with the digital roll-out
Assist with conceptualising both ATL and digital campaigns
Creative and effective problem-solving
Skills
Strong TTL art direction and design
App and web design
Web banners
Digital design
Animation
Emailers
Social media posts
UI and UX advantageous
Requirements
Tertiary qualification in digital design
Minimum 3 years' experience as a TTL Art Director in the advertising industry
Experience with web design; designing of e-commerce websites; animationsand social media design
Experience in high volume and high-paced environments
Strong digital portfolio
Strong conceptual ability
Great presentation, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Join a global brand within the sports betting industry as their VIP Client Relationship Manager.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain long term client relationships
Customer value management
Acquisition of new clients
Analyse and develop VIP customer lifecycle
Develop innovative communication strategies that reach out to clients and add value
Know your client and their personal particulars relating to the business such as birthdays, big wins etc
Arrange and manage client gifting for VIP players
Identify clients for specific events and roadshows to keep them invested in the business
Customer value management and understand all profitability and ratios of VIP clients
Client support and outbounding
Identify and implement initiatives for clients in the form of alerts that are relationship building
Implement out of the box ideas that keep clients interested and the company top of mind
Information management of all clients kept up to date and organised
Requirements
5 or more years in a similar relationship building role
Relevant degree or qualification in marketing or related field
Experience within a similar field
Ability to communicate across all levels
Numbers driven with strong analytical skills
Must be deadline and target driven
Strong project management skills
Join a global integrated brand activation agency as their Account Manager working closely with clients on their social media campaigns.
Responsibilities
Develop and lead campaign management for client
Understand and implement your knowledge of social media and how it works into the marketing mix
Maintain communication with client and relay any trends that could be of benefit to them
Follows timings and provides feedback reporting between client and agency
Present and pitch to clients
Advise and work closely with creative team on briefs and artwork
Negotiate and build relationships with suppliers to keep client budgets in line with requirements
Understand and continuously develop your understanding of the clients business
Requirements
3 to 5 years experience within a similar role
Tertiary qualification or degree beneficial
Knowledge of MS Office
Strong attention to detail
Ability to lead by example
International or experience working on global clients beneficial
Benefits
Bonus scheme based on performance
Pension contribution
Training and mentoring assistance
Numerous soft benefits
A creative experiences and brand activation agency is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join their growing team.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma or degree
+4 years in a Client Service role
+2 years in an Account Executive role/ Senior AE
Excellent client service skills essential
Account management experience alongside an Account Manager essential
Budget management experience
Project evaluation experience = time, target and budget
Excellent written and communication skills
Meticulous and driven
Previous experience working on a global account advantageous
Digital experience and working knowledge about the digital sphere and able to readily make sense of digital tech, tools and platforms
A well-established creative ad agency is looking for an innovative, experienced Account Manager to join their International team.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma or degree
+4 years' in an Account Management role
Experience in Social Media, Digital and Campaign management essential
Proven experience in client service and team management
Global experience preferred
Experience running Integrated campaigns from brief to execution
Experience running more than one account at a time
Digital experience essential
A leading business with a focus on Economic Transformation and Skills Development is looking to employ a Marketing Project Manager.
Purpose of the role
The Marketing Project Manager is responsible for:
- The development, planning, execution, and smooth running of projects.- Organise and manage the production of the campaigns’ branding, marketing and advertising elements. - Developing, creating and implementing the tasks given by the Group Senior Marketing Specialist.- Coordinate activities such as industry and product researching, creating, copywriting, editing and proof-reading content, corporate identity alignment, quality control and roll out.- Responsible for product, project and event planning, organising and coordinating.- Contribute in broadcast, digital, social, print and communication campaigns, planning, roll out, and reporting
Qualifications
- Degree in Marketing- Completed courses in Social media – Advantageous- Qualification in Branding – Advantageous- Qualification in Project Management, Business Management – Advantageous- Minimum 5 years senior in marketing, branding and project management. - Experience on all digital and social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Google AdWords).- Experience in PPC, SEO and Analytics, AB Testing.- Basic knowledge of Mailchimp, Bitrix24, CMS/WordPress, HTML, website design and development.- Fluency in English communications (verbal and written).
Key Responsibilities
- Project Management- Marketing Department Assistance- Content Development (Copy writing and editing) - Assisting- Marketing Research- Campaign Management - Digital and Social Media Management
An award-winning creative agency in the North is urgently looking for a freelance GAD / BUD to run a busy department.
The role in a nutshell:
Drive client and inter-agency partnerships with strategic influence and intent, whilst being the focal point for day-to-day client interaction, digital campaign planning and service delivery.
Managing digital and social campaigns across a portfolio of brands on a day-to-day basis.
Ideally client is looking for someone to start on 19 Feb, but will consider 1 March starters.
This will a four month role, with the view to go perm.
Candidates must either be incumbent GADs or BUDs with at least two years experience in the role.
Financial services, FMCG / retail experience will be advantageous and you must have solid digital experience
Prerequisites: Strong digital skills with a strong understanding of social and digital platforms and technical / production requirements.
Ability to think commercially and understand real return on investment.
A strong strategy and execution skillset.
Strong project management skills.
An understanding of digital channel requirements and digital best practice.
Join a renowned publishing and printing establishment that works with clients in the FMCG and retail space as their Sales Manager/Business Development Manager.
Responsibilities
Increase business capacity by effectively marketing the business to current and new customers
Lead and manage a team to achieve and exceed sales targets
Actively seek out new and potential business
Grow and maintain existing client relationships
Develop and comply with sales plan
Conduct market research and keep track of trends
Identify new products and market niches
Assist with product and brand launches
Effective communication between internal teams and stakeholders
Resolve products and product issues with clients
Requirements
5-10 years experience within a sales, advertising or similar industry
At least 5 to 10 years in leading and managing a team
Knowledge of printing processes and techniques
Strong POS marketing material understanding
Knowledge of plant capability and machine specifications
Creative brand and marketing knowledge
Understanding of the African market in retail and FMCG
Ability to cross sell digital applications, software solutions, carton, packaging etc
Ability to interact at senior management level
Attention to detail and a good listener
Comfortable with travelling into Africa
A great opportunity for a Front-End Web Developer to join an exciting agency based in Johannesburg.
Responsibilities
Translate the UI/UX design wireframes to code to produce visual elements for applications
Define look and feel of applications together with the UX/UI designer
Develop user-interface features
Validate user input
Requirements
Proficient in web mark including HTML5 and CSS3
Understanding of CSS pre-processing platforms such as LESS and SASS
Understanding of Javascript frameworks including jQuery, AngularJS, KnockoutJS, BackboneJS, ReactJS, DurandalJS
Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
Proficient in code versioning tools such as GIT Mercurial and SVN
If you are a creative young marketer who would like to join a company that offers state of the art products and innovative technology, then this could be an exciting opportunity for you.
Purpose of the role
Planning, implementing, and monitoring the organizations digital marketing campaigns across all digital networks.
Key Responsibilities:
-Develops digital marketing strategy by studying economic indicators, tracking changes in supply and demand, identifying customers and their current and future needs, and monitoring the competition.-Plans and executes all web, SEO/SEM, database marketing, email, social media, and display advertising campaigns.-Design, build, and maintain our social media presence.-Contribute to marketing effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed.-Measure and report performance of all digital marketing campaigns and assess against goals (ROI and KPIs).-Identify trends and insights, and optimizes spend and performance based on the insights.-Brainstorms new and creative growth strategies through digital marketing.-Plan, execute, and measure experiments and conversion tests.-Collaborate with internal teams to create landing pages and optimize user experience.-Utilize strong analytical ability to evaluate end-to-end customer experience across multiple channels and customer touch points.-Identify critical conversion points and drop off points and optimizes user funnels.-Complete digital marketing department operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees and following up on work results.-Develop digital marketing staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities-Develop strategies that drive customers to the website-Improve the design, UX, traffic, and content of the website-Maintain consistent brand messaging throughout all platforms
Key Critical Competencies:
-Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or relevant field.-A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a digital marketing or advertising position.-In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms, best practices, and website analytics.-Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required.-Highly creative with excellent analytical abilities.-Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.-Up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in digital marketing
An established business in the engineering and construction industry has a vacancy for an experienced Marketing Manager.
Purpose of the Role
Providing marketing support to the current Marketing Consultant.
70% of the job will be project management and 30% strategic input
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 essential- Has successfully completed and obtained a recognised Diploma in Marketing/Sales and Marketing- Has completed studies/short courses with respect to Digital Marketing/Social Media Marketing/Social Media & Web Marketing Experience.- At least five years relevant experience in a similar role, during which time experience of Digital Marketing has been gained
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsibility for website management and liaising with external agency- Digital Marketing- Mailing lists- Marketing collateral across a variety of media- Promotional items e.g. Marketing literature/brochures; branded stationery; branded corporate wear- Client event planning and implementation across all regions- Internal communications
Key Critical Competencies:
- Sound understanding of the link between marketing and sales- Good understanding of digital marketing- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Exceptional attention to detail
SENIOR DIGITAL ADVERTISING SPECIALIST
A dynamic agency in the North is looking for an exceptional EE Senior Digital Advertising Specialist to join their team as soon as possible.
This person will be an expert at managing digital advertising campaigns – from conceptualisation to end-of-project reporting – across a range of platforms and will be well-versed in the technical requirements as they pertain to each platform. The ability to manage large advertising budgets and to produce digital strategies for optimum return on investment is a must.
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
Overseeing all digital advertising conducted by the agency (Google Adwords, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn)
Advising clients on the right platform(s) and budget allocation according to their objectives and targets
Implementing the full campaign roll-out from conceptualisation to invoicing
Managing digital advertising campaigns and budgets responsibly
Reporting on the results of digital advertising campaigns and advising how improvements can be made
Creating and maintaining pitching templates and slide decks
Assisting with digital advertising pitches to prospective clients
Creating and maintaining digital media visualisation dashboards through Google Data Studio
Up-skilling team members on digital advertising as required and keeping the broader team updated on changes in the digital advertising space
Ensuring that the agency is utilising best practice and are fully compliant with various platform requirements
Candidates for this position MUST meet these minimum requirements: (Please do not apply if you don't meet these requirements):
Ten years of overall work experience
Six years of experience in digital advertising for a leading agency or brand
Evidence of work done on a digital advertising campaign for at least one client with a national footprint, including proven capability of running Google Adwords and installing and monitoring Facebook pixel
Extensive experience of advertising as it pertains to all main digital platforms (including, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, etc)
Current Google AdWords certification (full suite; evidence to be submitted with application)
Current Facebook Blueprint certification (full suite; evidence to be submitted with application)
A relevant degree or diploma
Communications strategy skills a plus
An interest in business development and business strategy
Solutions-driven
Team player
A multi-skilled, adaptable approach is required – writing, ability to use a content management system (CMS) are a plus
Must have excellent internet connectivity at all times
Join one of Cape Town's retail giants as a Data and Campaign Manager.
Requirements:
Industry-related degree
Over 4 years' Marketing experience
4+ years experience in Bulk Email Engines such as SAP Marketing Cloud, Watson Campaign Automation, SalesForce Marketing Cloud Experience in working with customer segmentation and building them
Experience using A/B testing on various campaigns
Experience working on customer journey mapping of direct marketing campaigns across all direct channels
Proficiency in using marketing automation technology & tools
Knowledge of setting up customer surveys and reporting on them
Attention to detail is essential
An independent investment advisory business is looking for a Junior Graphic Designer to join their team.
Requirements:
Graphic Design diploma/ Industry-related degree
1-year experience in Graphic Design
Experience running and handling digital design, social media design and content
Experience using tools such as: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Knowledge of video editing
You will be required to submit a portfolio of relevant design work
This is a great opportunity for an analytical, results-driven Drupal Back-end Developer based in Johannesburg to work in an in-house ad agency. You will work with team members to troubleshoot and improve the current back-end applications and processes.
Responsibilities
Analyse codes and industry developments through your understanding of programming languages and tools whilst formulating efficient processes
Solve problems and create a seamless experience for users
Build better and more efficient programmes and user experiences
Ensure the alignment of web design and user experience requirements
Optimise web pages to work efficiently whilst upholding and maintaining brand consistency
Requirements
5+ years experience in Drupal 7 / 8
Matric
Certificate or tertiary qualification in web development, computer science or relevant field
Scrum master qualification / similar
Proficient in PHP, HTML, CSS, Javascript and jQuery
Understanding of serve side CSS
Experience on Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Adobe XD
Experience with responsive and adaptive design
Understanding of SEO principle
Knowledge in web analytics, SEO, UX and UI
Knowledge in web infrastructure and hosting for Drupal developments such as Aquia
Experience designing and implementing testing processes in platforms for automated QA
Knowledge on Acquia Cloud Site Factory environment
Understanding of key design principles
Excellent communication, computer and project management skills
Knowledgeable, collaborative and motivated
Join a leading integrated communications company as their Head of Content based in Cape Town.
Responsibilities
Write news releases for media, eg. blurbs, press releases etc.
Leading / briefing the development of multimedia collateral – video, podcasts, infographics, etc.
Writing content for client-owned channels – blogs, websites, microsites, etc.
Writing updates and content to be distributed via client profiles on social media channels
Writing content for internal and external publications and correspondence, including employee newsletters, customer newsletters, magazines, direct mail pieces, letters etc.
Editing content contributed by other company representatives and suppliers
Managing agency Newsroom process and meetings daily
Advising teams on media approaches and angles
Drafting 1 -2 social media blurbs to highlight work done by agency
Requirements
3 to 5 years experience in a similar field
Proven track record in producing various content
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Manage editorial deadlines
Strong organisational and project management skills
Understand of the content requirements for media (editorial) in South Africa, spanning digital and written content
Firm grasp of the multimedia content creation process
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Strong project management skills
Experience writing Corporate and Financial content
Experience writing Consumer / Lifestyle content
A well-established strategic design, brand and concept agency is looking for a Mid-Senior Brand Designer to join their dynamic team.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma/degree
Over 3 years' experience in a Brand Design role
Proven experience running projects from concept to completion
Highly skilled and experienced in visual identity and CI
Candidates must possess the ability to think strategically about the creative outcome of a campaign process
Experience managing a team of juniors
Experience in strategy, identity development and brand design essential
Software: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, etc.
You will be required to submit a portfolio of relevant design work
An exciting in house agency in the North is looking for a Digital Producer to work in a busy and challenging environment.
Overview:
Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing and arranging financing.
The role is ideal for someone who has done digital production in a digital agency before. The role will include being responsible for digital content (video content pieces), legal and procurement and tracking and monitoring of POS. Some radio production experience will be advantageous.
Main accountabilities and responsibilities:
Manage all productions for the various brands and multiple shoot assignments from concept (capacity planning, scheduling, scoping, project calendars, milestones and timelines) to execution to ensure production targets and deadlines are met
Financial management ie forecast and budget management for all production, reconciliation of jobs to determine profitability and payment of external vendors
Collaborate with traffic manager to reinforce, improve, optimise agency workflow and projects are delivered within scope
Production administration to ensure effective roll out, implementation and smooth running of production deliverable during pre- and post-production
Responsible for successful delivery of projects as specified in the strategic and creative brief(s)
Ensure development, optimisation and reinforcement of systems and processes in production department to ensure efficiency and productivity
Proactively anticipate, troubleshoot and provide solutions for expedited deadlines, limited project budgets and agency resources and implement proactive solutions
Build strong relationships and to foster good team spirit with both clients and members of the agency team
Timeous comprehensive production briefs in order of priority - responsible for daily smooth running of an account and the production of its advertising by liaising with traffic and establishing deadlines, as well as for ensuring that work is produced on time
Qualifications/ Experience:
5 – 7 years minimum experience fulfilling the Producer role in a digital agency.
Matric
Higher Certificate/Diploma/BA degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Media Studies or relevant degree
My client is looking for someone who is:
Organised
Efficient
Self-motivated and passionate
Pro-active
Ability to adapt and understand
Confidence
Leadership
Ability to perform under pressure when demand is high
Join a renowned publishing and printing establishment that works with clients in the FMCG and retail space as their Sales Manager/Business Development Manager.
Responsibilities
Increase business capacity by effectively marketing the business to current and new customers
Lead and manage a team to achieve and exceed sales targets
Actively seek out new and potential business
Grow and maintain existing client relationships
Develop and comply with sales plan
Conduct market research and keep track of trends
Identify new products and market niches
Assist with product and brand launches
Effective communication between internal teams and stakeholders
Resolve products and product issues with clients
Requirements
5-10 years experience within a sales, advertising or similar industry
At least 5 to 10 years in leading and managing a team
Knowledge of printing processes and techniques
Strong POS marketing material understanding
Knowledge of plant capability and machine specifications
Creative brand and marketing knowledge
Understanding of the African market in retail and FMCG
Ability to cross sell digital applications, software solutions, carton, packaging etc
Ability to interact at senior management level
Attention to detail and a good listener
Comfortable with travelling into Africa
Join an awesome promo agency that brings great power of stories to brands the world over.
Responsibilities
Create, manage and oversee all team creative work
Develop and manage strategy and ideas
Effective project management
Pitch wins
Be on top of company's financial performance
Plan layouts and visuals
Requirements
Experience in similar related field
Knowledge or interest in sports industry
Experience in managing a team of creative minds
Promo, documentaries, 360 campaigns experience
Self-motivated
Great communicator
A killer portfolio of award winning work
Are you a creative senior digital content writer who is familiar with producing online content and looking to work in a dynamic global environment ? Qualifications/ Experience:
- BSc in Marketing, English, Journalism or related field- Publisher background- Proven work experience as a digital Content Writer, Copywriter or similar role- Portfolio of published articles- Experience doing research using multiple sources- Familiarity with web publications- Excellent writing and editing skills in English- Hands on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress)- Ability to meet deadlines
Looking for someone who:- Learns fast and is able to understand what is being asked for by the creative and brand team- Is highly creative- Loves digital- Works effectively under pressure- Takes initiative and doesn’t wait for instruction and can manage their own time- Is completely dependable- Is proactive
This role of the Head of Content requires the skills of an experienced content manager with solid agency and digital content experience, but also someone who has a has good experience in the publishing/media industry.
It revolves around oversight of the activities of the content department, topic generation, as well as working with closely with the content team in the creation of excellent day to day experiences for the consumers and other audiences through the content.
Qualifications/ Experience:
Education: The Head of Content management must possess a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, English, Public Relations, International Relations, Information Technology, Law, Psychology, or any other related field. A working experience of the equivalent is also acceptable.
Experience: A suitable candidate will have had experience of over 10 years working in a high ranking position in the field of communications, preferably as a Senior Content Editor or Senior Content Marketer. He / she will also have had experience in the management of a team, leading that team to successful accomplishment of its goals. The Head of Content must be an individual who has additionally had vast experience and success driving and managing social media strategies for a business in a highly competitive environment.
Communication: The candidate for this position must demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both in written and verbal form. In his leadership capacity, the effectiveness of his department will be to the extent that there is clear communication and conveyance of important information from the top down. The Head of Content will also have a strong ability to engage and persuade varying audiences even on technical subjects. Also, the Head of Content needs to demonstrate an ability to clearly present complex business strategies concisely and persuasively to executives such as the Director of Communications and key stakeholders.
Leadership: The Head of Content must also possess strong leadership skills if he is to lead the content team to successful completion of its objectives. The Head of Content will have the capacity to manage internal and external meetings, have a strong understanding of management and communications competencies, and demonstrate an ability to drive a business’s culture through a department and have personnel work towards a unified vision.
Technological Savvy: The position of Head of Content is very much technologically inclined and for this reason, the Head of Content must demonstrate a keen interest and competency in technology, technological appliances, and relevant softwares. The Head of Content will additionally be highly knowledgeable on the best social media practices will have vast knowledge in the workings and navigation of key social media platforms as well as the competitive and regulatory landscapes of each of those platforms.
Analytical Skills: A suitable candidate will portray strong analytical skills, showing deep interest in research and analysis of business related content. The Head of Content will have the ability to calculate ROI on every bit of content produced by the business. He will also possess the ability to interpret website, blog, and social media data in gauging success of the business’s content and campaigns, and communicating meaningful results to communications executives. He will have an ability to transform raw information and data into intelligence, and that intelligence into action.
Interpersonal Skills: The interpersonal skills that a candidate for this position must possess are; exceptional collaboration skills, having time consciousness and being able to finalize projects within given time-frames, exceptional organization and multitasking skills, having an ability to prioritize tasks, being commercially driven with a desire to increase the consumer base through great content output.
People Skills: The position being highly interactive, demands that the Head of Content be a highly relatable individual with the ability to engage easily with people and build strong and long lasting relationships especially with key individuals such as media personnel, senior executives and stakeholders, research partners, and the consumers.
Join an exciting, results-driven agency as a Mid-Senior Copywriter.
Requirements:
Industry-related Bachelors degree (Journalism, English, Communications)
Over 3 years' experience in a mid-level Copywriter role
Exceptional writing and research ability
Proven experience in proofreading
Experience in Social Media/Content Marketing advantageous
Detail-orientated
Ability to collaborate with your creative team from concept development right through to final product
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Ability to take briefs from Client Service teams submitted through CHASE
Updated, detailed portfolio required for application
Preference will be given to EE candidates
Join a leading retail group as an innovative Product Manager and be accountable for the product vision, strategy and roadmap for the company.
Responsibility
Drives business requirements and product feature definition for each product portfolio to ensure a seamless end-to-end digital customer experience
Serves as key integration point with IT development, business process, architecture and business leadership
Generates new product ideas, researching and analysing for feasibility and business impact
Create robust product roadmaps aligned to omni-channel business strategy and objectives
Drive mobile digital engagement through e-Commerce channels based on customer preference and omni-channel strategies
Drive digital engagement across channels, aligned with customer preference and omni-channel strategies
Actively promote and advocate product features and customer-first product design
Drive customer-centric culture, processes and way of working
Requirements
Master’s Degree or additional qualification in marketing, business administration, information technology
3 to 5 years experience and proven success in translating business strategy and analysis into successful consumer products
2 to 3 years prior experience as a product manager working on digital consumer-facing applications
2 to 3 years proven track record of successfully launching new mobile product features
Experience in customer user and product management
Analytics or big data experience
Certified Scrum or SAFe product owner or product manager
A well-established brand and design agency in Cape Town is looking for a Mid-Weight Designer to join their awesome team.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma/degree
+ 4 Years' in a design role
Experience in branding and logos
Packaging design experience essential
Experience in both design and art direction
Experience in rolling out campaigns from campaign concept to roll-out
Experience in tobacco marketing
Essential to have a digital understanding
Looking for someone "extra-crafty" who can create a modern design with great detail
Full updated portfolio needed for the application
Join one of South Africa's top retailers as their Product Manager and drive the product vision, strategy and roadmap for the business.
Responsibilities
Align features of the market and business needs
Drive business requirements and objectives and product feature definition
Meet product business objectives and service customer expectations
Ensure a positive experience for customers across all digital channels of the customer journey
Drive mobile engagement based on customer preferences
Develop improvements to retain and acquire customers
Support and develop marketing through dynamic and customer lovable products
Promote features and design for product
Create a positive customer experience across all digital channels
Adhere and improve customer service levels
Provide feedback and reporting
Requirements
Bachelors degree in commerce, IT or marketing
Proven track record in planning and developing a strategy into a successful product
Previous experience in launching new products features
Experience as a product owner in an agile team
Advance experience in customer development through AB testing, experience design etc
Strong analytical understanding of digital products
An understanding of the African digital markets
Experience working in retail/ FMCG
A global business within the fintech and AI space is looking to hire a Customer Service Manager who has extraordinary accounts management experience to help achieve their growth plans.
What the job involves:
The ideal candidate will work with the Head of Customer Success to co-create and execute their customer engagement functions and objectives with internal teams to ensure they build strong business relationships, optimize product/service performances, manage product lifecycle and support business development initiatives, and, projects support. You will evaluate and manage KPIs, and critical performance metrics whilst collaborating with internal teams.
Areas of responsibilities:
Business Relationship Management
Service/ Product Performance Optimization
Product Lifecycle Management
Business Development Management
Project Support
Requirements:
B-Degree a requirement or Honours degree advantageous
Strong account management
Solid experience in digital leads and sales generation
New Business Development / Acquisitions (advantage)
Good understanding online classifieds
Proven track record in digital / online sales
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a B2B environment
Minimum 5 years working with MS Excel
Working knowledge of Google suite of products ie. Google Sheets
A forward-thinking, results-driven business is looking for an E-commerce Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit to assist them build an eCommerce department.
The purpose of this role will be to drive revenue growth by strategically implementing complete online sales and eCommerce business development plans/strategies with current and prospective clients. Developing campaigns, effective SEO and attractive content that can convert them into leads or sales.
Key areas of responsibility will be:
Web Development
Building and Managing a Team
Campaigns and Strategy
Security and Maintenance
Conversion
Requirements:
- Relevant tertiary degree/diploma in field - Degree in Marketing Management, Business, Information Systems, or similar.
- Extensive experience as an E-Commerce Manager, at least 5-8 years’ experience in eCommerce dealing with:
Building and managing eCommerce strategies/methodologies/frameworks to meet revenue targets;
Assessing operational needs/requirements and best practices in eCommerce management to assist implementation processes;
Managing internal and external partners/stakeholders in relation to meeting client eCommerce needs and expectations;
Digital marketing activities/strategy;
Strong experience with Shopify
Strong knowledge of Web/Google Analytics;
Strong project management capabilities;
Familiarity in developing and managing eBusiness functions enterprise practices and framework procedures
Demonstrable track record of devising sales-enhancing strategies
Sound knowledge of prevailing procedures and techniques in e-commerce.
Unmatched supervision, research, and troubleshooting skills.
Exceptional consulting and quality assurance abilities.
A reputable and well-awarded promo house is looking for an exceptional Mid-senior Motion Graphics/Animator to join their team.
Key responsibilities:
Creation of promos, motion graphics, storyboarding and 3D animations
Assist in designing and creating storyboards
Requirements:
Minimum of 5-10 years experience within an advertising agency and/or television production company
After Effects
Cinema 4D/Maya 3D (bonus)
Strong punchy showreel
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Looking for a Senior Audience Analyst to join a dynamic team of marketers, to work on some leading FMCG brands within a digital agency environment.
The Senior Audience Analyst acts as the senior insights lead across a select portfolio of brands.
Acting as a supporting resource to the Insights and Brand Intelligence Lead they are responsible for reviewing report insights and recommendations to ensure the team of Audience Analysts (AAs) are directing insights which overlay community, brand strategy, category performance, paid media performance, sales data and social listening data to provide actionable recommendations that drive business strategy.
Qualifications/ Experience
Matric
(Higher Certificate/Diploma) or relevant tertiary qualifications / certifications
8 + years’ experience in digital marketing with a background in social media strategy / digital strategy or media strategy. *
Strategy and experience in performance marketing and content benchmarking are a must
Management experience preferred / natural mentorship skills and emotional maturity
Experience using ORM and reporting tools advantageous but can be taught.
If you are an experienced Account Director, with a passion for the sport and hospitality industry and you have experience in managing key sponsorship accounts, then this could be a great opportunity for you.
Purpose of this position
Responsible for operationally managing existing clients and their respective campaigns. The account director manages a team made up of Account Managers and account executives thus relying on the incumbent’s ability to lead and manage his / her team.
Duties include but not limited:
Sponsorship Accounts would include activating and leveraging various Sponsorship properties
Events would include co-ordinating events ranging from mass participation sporting events, entertainment and lifestyle events, launches, brand activations and corporate events
Sports Hospitality
Client Service
Understanding of Digital Marketing
Budget Management – Creation and Reconciliation
Project Management
Required: Comprehensive knowledge in (this is non-negotiable):
Sponsorship Management and Activation
Digital Marketing
Event Management
Hospitality
Qualifications:
· Relevant Bachelor Degree – Honours degree (preferable)
This is an amazing opportunity for a WooCommerce Developer to join a rapidly growing team in Somerset Wes - a great opportunity to work for an international agency with the added bonus of having the option after your first month to work remotely.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma/degree
Experience in WordPress/WooCommerce, PHP Development essential
Javascript, HTML5, SASS (CSS3) experience
Experience in Easier DevOps in Mac OSX and Linux
Experience with Linux / Nginx / Apache / MariaDB / MySQL required
Debugging experience essential
Experience in Cypress and Unit testing
Idea and smart solution-driven
This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated FMCG Product Manager, with supply chain and distribution experience, to join a multi-national company.
Purpose of Position
Implement and control product strategies in synergy with the marketing plan
Review the performance of all aspects of brand/product (categories) against agreed strategies
Develop new products and review all product lines
Ensure effective communication, optimal service and product quality
Informed on current market trends both locally and internationally, competitive developments and competitive price levels to ensure a proactive competitive edge
Campaign process
Product Launches.
Experience
Proven track record of 4+ years of successful product development, positioning and promotion.
Brand management experience in the FMCG environment
Good knowledge of finance and budgeting
Research and evaluation skills including the ability to interpret market research, calculations and graphs
Strong financial acumen.
Key Competencies
Strong Project Management skills
Planning and Organizing skills essential
Goal orientated and deadline driven
Excellent written and communication skills
Team player
Strategic agility
Self-starter
Join an innovative Marketing Agency as an Account Executive for a 6 month fixed contract.
Requirements:
Industry-related diploma or degree
Experience in an Account Executive role
Over 2 years' experience in BTL Marketing
Ability to lead an activation from briefing to execution
Activations experience essential
Excellent client management skills
Experience working with schools is advantageous
Experience working with recycling projects
Passion for making a change through sustainability and purpose-driven marketing
Own transport essential
A large internal agency is looking for a Conceptual Digital Copywriter to join their rapidly growing team. This is an opportunity to work for a company that is a hybrid between agency and corporate.
The role will involve creating persuasive as well as accurate writing for social and website pages.
General responsibilities:
Liaising with clients: from start to finish the digital copywriter will be touching base with the client on a regular basis, by phone, email or face-to-face
Carrying out project scoping and creating a clear brief to ensure you understand what the client requires
Tailoring the content as well as the style of individual writing assignments according to what is required
Understanding your target audience. As you’re not writing for the client and you’re writing for their readers, you’ll need to know what interests them.
Identifying key messages. Understand what the main thing is that you want the reader to feel and do and communicate these powerfully.
Working with creative teams to make sure that the visual elements of the webpage complement the words.
Research your client’s industry and their audience.
Identify fresh and interesting angles for your articles
Write for blogs and potentially for social media, e-books, slogans and video scripts.
Editing your own, as well as the writing of others.
Inputting your content to the client’s content management software (CMS), if needed.
Working with your team to review the impact of your work.
Assisting with business pitches to win new clients or projects.
Requirements:
5 - 7 years of relevant experience
Award-winning creative work portfolio reflecting your creative proficiencies
A great conceptual thinker
Meticulous writer
Understanding of social media marketing (Facebook,?Twitter, YouTube, Instagram)
Knowledge of and ability to keep abreast of new developments within the social?media
Creative and passionate about social media
Matric
Tertiary qualification in a related field (e.g. communications, English, PR, copywriting, journalism) essential.
A leading global FMCG business is looking for an experienced Community Manager to join their digital team.
Candidate must have:
Global brands experience
Experience working across multiple brands at any given point in time
Experience working in a highly collaborative environment
Experience of having worked within a corporate environment would be beneficial.
Responsibilities:
Social Media Excellence
Consistently drive and champion the craft and quality of social media implementation
Ensuring content is posted timeously across social media platforms
Responding to and addressing the community’s queries and complaints efficiently, professionally and timeously
Driving engagement and conversations with the community and ultimately establishing brand loyalty
Identifying tactical and relevant opportunities to engage with the community
Content Benchmarking and reporting
Maintain the highest editorial standards for all responses produced across social platforms in alignment to brand tone of voice
Continuously appraise and improve how creative content can engage audiences using insights to create stories and turning news / relevant conversation design techniques to create compelling topics for our client’s target audiences
As a brand custodian for the respective brands you work on, proactively work with the content team to ensure content produced throughout the year is high quality and within brand guidelines
Working closely with the Data and Analytics team to drive positive sentiment and optimize on content opportunities
Digital Platform Expertise
Finding new ways to communicate, identify new content opportunities and ways to repurpose /create content
Exploring new angles and tactics for your community engagement approach
Collaborating with conceptual teams to craft content that best answers social media / content briefs
Aligning with industry best practice, including content delivery standards, latest platform formats and usability
Qualifications/ Experience:
Matric
Higher Certificate/Diploma/BA degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Media Studies or relevant degree
2 - 4 years social media management experience
Experience using ORM and scheduling tools is advantageous
This is a great opportunity for a talented digital marketing specialist and copywriter, who has at least 3 years' experience in a similar role, to join a team of passionate marketers.
The Role
Develop and implement digital marketing strategies
Create monthly content calendars and implement approved posts
Community management
Content creation – for web and social media – written, images, video
Attend and cover events for social media as required
Measure the success of all social media activities with robust reporting monthly, providing insight/analysis and recommendations
Support the marketing team to implement marketing campaigns digitally
Conduct market research as required
Copywriting – social media posts, articles for website, website copy (including SEO copy), monthly blogs
Set-up, run and manage paid media campaigns (Adwords, Remarketing, Social Media ads)
Requirements:
Is self-driven, efficient and people-oriented
Is creative and thinks outside of the box
Is professional, organized, energetic
Can see the big picture while paying meticulous attention to detail
Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
Has strong report-writing and presentation skills
Has excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+ and other social media best practices
Good understanding of social media KPIs
Is a problem-solver and able to manage multiple priorities,
Is agile and quick to learn
Has a strong ability to receive and action feedback
Has experience and confidence in using Microsoft Office Products
Has design and video creation/editing skills
Has a strong understanding of social media, digital marketing and writing for online
Is a lateral thinker and problem solver
Is an experienced copywriter
A product-driven industrial manufacturer and distributor based in Cape Town is on the hunt for an experienced International Sales Manager who understands global markets.
Responsibilities:
Grow contribution margin and sales at existing customers and new customers, as well as developing the opportunity pipeline and closing new opportunities
Nurture existing and grow new customer and user relationships
Develop and implement action plans and goals with, and for, each customer and region
Coordinate key account growth plans, manage the opportunities, forecast future business and maintain sales contracts
Proactively identify gaps within customer plans and develop corrective action plans to deliver on commitments
Identify the opportunities for the product range with customers and offer products to fill those gaps
Be fully abreast of global and regional data with an impact on customers
Continuously review competitor activities and market trends/changes to ensure the business aligns their products to customer needs, while ensuring existing customer needs are maintained in line or better than what the competition is offering in the market
Be a salesperson, understanding and selling the value-added attributes of the product, while developing and having a keen understanding of the technical requirements, product applications, colour needs and the various printing equipment and software to guide the customer to excellent printing results
An understanding and belief for achieving results through professionalism, soft sell, relationships and personal honesty and integrity
Requirements:
B.Com qualification or similar, including subjects and experience within marketing, economics and or finance
Minimum of 5 years professional sales or customer interfacing roles in industrial product market
An ability to get to grips with the technical drivers in the ink requirements, the use of digital printing machines and with the printed output
Expertise in business software and ERP systems
Must be willing to travel outside of South Africa. This could take up, at most, 50% of one's time
A good communicator with and understanding in dealing with a multi-cultural environment
Technical understanding of products and applications
A global skincare company is looking for an experienced, traditional Brand Manager to join their team.
Requirements:
Industry-related degree
+3 years holding a Brand Management title
TTL Brand experience essential
Consumer Marketing experience essential
Experience in personal care, skin care, beauty, and luxury or pharmaceutical
Outgoing, creative and a guru when it comes to creative ideas and strategy
Consumer Insights experience
Proven Brand Strategy experience
Join one of South Africa's leading brand coordinators as a Proof Reader Quality Assurer.
Requirements:
Industry-related bachelors degree
2 years of copywriting experience essential
Retail experience essential
2 years of proven proofreading experience required
Excellent written English/Afrikaans, including excellent spelling and grammar
Must be able to display understanding of client-specific CI/guidelines/templates
A global FMCG business seeks a talented mid/senior Digital Multiskilled Editor.
What the job entails:
Brainstorming engaging content topics for a range of clients (including alcohol brands)
Shooting original and/or editing supplied video content for social and digital media
Incorporating and translating concepts and creative elements from ATL teams
Improving multimedia content by adding elements like music
Designing and executing exciting motion graphics and animations
Creating gifs and looping videos
Overseeing and managing a diverse team of creatives and freelance contributors
Checking all multimedia output for accuracy and consistency, ensuring quality standards are met
Keeping track of relevant industry developments
Requirements:
Relevant qualification
4+ years of proven multimedia experience with an emphasis on motion graphics and animation
Proven experience working with social and digital media tools for content branding
An exceptional portfolio and/or showreel of branded work
Quality control skills and good attention to detail
Multitasking skills
Problem-solving skills
Strong journalistic judgment
Knowledge of editing software such as Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro
Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing
Must be willing to work on alcohol brands
A leading global FMCG business has a vacancy for a Content Writer to join their editorial team and enrich their social media pages, websites with new blog posts, guides and marketing copy.
Content Writer responsibilities include conducting thorough research on industry-related topics, generating ideas for new content types and proofreading articles before publication.
Responsibilities
Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)
Write clear marketing copy to promote our products/services
Prepare well-structured drafts using Content Management Systems
Proofread and edit blog posts before publication
Submit work to editors for input and approval
Coordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles
Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic
Promote content on social media
Identify customers’ needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics
Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone)
Update social media pages and website content as needed
Responsibilities include:
Researching industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)
Writing clear marketing copy to promote our products/services
Preparing well-structured drafts using Content Management Systems
Requirements
Proven work experience as a digital Content Writer, Copywriter or similar role
Portfolio of published articles
Experience doing research using multiple sources
Familiarity with web publications
Excellent writing and editing skills in English
Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress)
Ability to meet deadlines
BSc in Marketing, English, Journalism or related field
A global leading FMCG business is looking for a Content Strategist to manage all writing material that are created for business purposes, from online guides and articles to newsletters and social media posts.
The ideal Content Strategist must be able to guide content creation, curation and syndication of all types of digital content to achieve brand and business objectives.
You will be responsible for overseeing content requirements and content strategy deliverables across various brands within the business.
Content Strategist responsibilities include guiding the publishing of our monthly newsletter, assisting in tracking website traffic and user engagement as well as generating new blog post topics. If you have creative ideas about how to engage our various online audiences and have experience producing new and innovative content marketing approached, we’d like to meet you..
Qualifications/ Experience
At least five years of experience as a digital content manager,
Digital writer or content
Common majors include English
Journalism
Communications
Marketing creative writing
Technical writing and information management.
Familiarity with SEO guidelines and keyword research tools (e.g. Moz and Google Keyword Planner)
As the Marketing Executive for this dynamic team of passionate marketers, you are responsible for overseeing the entire marketing and campaign lifecycle for clients. This includes creating, implementing and managing client campaigns and liaising with suppliers in the process to ensure that all client needs and deliverables are met. Within this role, you will develop the content based on client needs and ensure that all content is of high quality.
Job details:
Contribute to, and develop marketing plans, budgets and strategies;
Ensure brand alignment to marketing plan and key communication messages
Brief, meet, and approve quotes and proposals from suppliers
Conceptualise and implement relevant campaigns for clients
Content creation for clients e.g. website copy, product brochures, LinkedIn writeups, company profiles, personal biographies, social media posts, mailers, newsletters, blogs etc.
Weekly implementation of marketing activities for clients
Ensure all suppliers are delivering quality work on time, holding weekly status meetings with clients and providing timeous feedback
Build, maintain and nurture relationships with all clients assigned to you through consistent communication patterns and timeous responses.
Set up and attend weekly and monthly meetings with the clients
Develop client reports, measuring key metrics identified
Requirements
2-4 years marketing experience
A degree in marketing or similar
Self-starter able to structure own work and work independently
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
Excellent organisation and time management skills
Experience as a copywriter
Ability to prioritize and multi-task responsibilities/projects
Analytical problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Driven to grow and develop skillset
Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
Good teamwork skills
A South African leader and expert in conversational AI solutions has a vacancy for a Digital Marketing Manager with solid tech and B2B marketing experience.
Candidate must be well versed on best practices and on the latest trends and technologies in digital marketing.
Be a good leader and mentor.
Requirements:
Digital marketing degree.
4 - 6 years experience in digital marketing in the tech or B2B industry.
Proven ability to strategise and implement digital marketing campaigns and manage a team.
Thorough knowledge of SEO, Google AdWords, PPC, re-marketing, UTMs, etc.
Experience in social media.
Strong in-depth knowledge of Google Analytics, performance tracking and monitoring.
Ideally Wordpress and HubSpot knowledge.
Photoshop and Canva experience a plus
Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients
Lead the studio and drive the work by generating ideas, guiding creative teams, developing concepts and executing work to an impeccable standard
Present and sell ideas both internally and to clients
Maintain high standards of creative excellence and attention to detail
You should always be aware of the latest digital and technology trends
You should have a thorough understanding of the production process and feel comfortable collaborating with production partners across sound, photography and film
Collaborating well with your team and other departments
Requirements
Minimum of four years experience as a Creative Director
An excellent portfolio showcasing award-winning, integrated work
Relevant degree/diploma
Experience working with alcohol brands is preferred
Head of Strategy - BEE only
A leading TTL agency in the North is looking for a talented, inspired Head of Strategy, who is an unexpected platform builder who sets the ground for better work.
The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of the South African market; have their finger on the pulse in terms of consumer trends and the dynamic South African landscape. They should have extensive strategy experience at an advertising agency with both ATL and digital strategy experience. The candidate must be collaborative, be able to pull together specialists across communication disciplines to create integrated solutions to client challenges.
Candidates must be talented, inspired, be unexpected platform builders who set the ground for better work.
Trophies / Awards (APEX) will be beneficial
Roles and Responsibilities:
Developing strategies that serve as a benchmark to other strategists in the agency
Ability to clearly articulate a strategic vision in a confident and persuasive manner to clients and teams
Managing and developing strategies for new business pitches
Maintain senior management contact with all clients
Maintain a sound relationship with all departments within the agency
Being the conduit of the latest planning information
Proactively suggest new means of developing and understanding the brand
Analysing existing data in areas such as demographics, socio-economics and the market for the client's product
Commissioning research as required to inform the strategy using both qualitative methods such as focus group discussions and structured interviews and quantitative methods such as demographic profiling and questionnaires
Monitoring cultural and social trends, and their impact on consumers' attitudes, behaviour and perceptions
Providing the creative team with a clearly defined brief that contains concise information on the product, audience and strategy
Presenting eventual conclusions and ideas to clients and other staff to sell your idea
Retail, FMCG and Financial services experience advantageous.
A company specialising in children's branded goods is looking for a solid mid-weight designer to join their team.
Requirements
3 years+ experience as a designer
Character experience and solid brand guide knowledge
Experience designing graphics for apparel, especially kid's fashion
Photoshop and Illustrator
Ability to follow and understand a worksmap
Ability to work well under pressure and having to juggle multiple projects
You will be required to submit a portfolio of relevant design work
Please note: To be considered for this position you will require solid experience working with children's characters (such as Barbie, Smurfs, Paw Patrol etc), designing for fashion items. Without this, your application will be unsuccessful.
An exciting 360 agency seeks a senior Art Director/Copywriter team to service a range of prestigious fintech clients.
Open to existing teams or individuals. Every candidate to submit a CV and portfolio.
Must-haves for this role:
Relevant advertising experience within the financial and/or insurance industries
Minimum of 5 years' overall experience in art direction or copywriting
Proven conceptual ability
Experience in digital media
Experience in TTL media
Exciting portfolio/s of relevant creative work
Relevant qualification
Awards would be beneficial
A leading specialist digital sales company is looking for an experienced sales executive, who has worked closely with media agenciesand brands direct.
This role calls for a combination of relationship management, business strategy, operational excellence and problem-solving. You should be comfortable in an "all hands on deck" environment and be a highly motivated self-starter, with an engaging personality, who is able to get in front of the right people.
What You Need To Know / Have:
? +5 years of experience in media sales with at least 2 - 3 years digital media sales experience
? You like taking initiative and easily adapt to a constantly changing work environment
? Plenty of connections with media agencies and brands direct in order to hit the groundrunning
? Understand marketing objectives and the ability to align products to the clients strategy
? Ability to build strong relationships with external partners as well as internalstakeholders
A global integrated communications agency has a position for an entrepreneurial team leader to manage a group of accounts within the financial sector.
THE ROLE:
Candidate should be a strong strategist with a passion for communications who also loves understanding what makes businesses tick.
The individual will be responsible for not only defining the direction of the business unit but also for acting as the lead in senior client engagements with the CEOs of some of South Africa’s leading companies.
Candidate must ensure the efficient day to day operation of the area and the sourcing of new business.
Demonstrates compelling knowledge of the client, industry or function to identify and address management problems.
Manages client relationships at the most senior consultative levels.
Leads client reviews and is proactive with clients to address issues of dissatisfaction before they impact the business or team morale.
SKILLS + COMPETENCIES
7 – 10 years’ industry and or agency experience encompassing management functions
Deep sector expertise
Strategic business advisor/ senior client counsel
Passion, curiosity, self-starter
Leadership and management capabilities
Ability to have tough conversations
Ability to sell and to drive new business
Facilitate teaching process
Resilient
University degree/ Tertiary qualification
If you are a dynamic New Business Executive with a passion for the sport and entertainment industry, then this could be a great opportunity for you.
PURPOSE OF THIS POSITIONResponsible for generating leads, advancing the sales process, closing new business and achieving sales targets.
The Business Development Executive will conduct research to identify leads and research business targets through telephone, email, webinar and in person. The individual will also actively participate in the planning and execution of company marketing activities.
QUALIFICATIONSRequired :• Undergraduate Bachelor Degree – Honours degree (preferable).
KNOWLEDGERequired : Comprehensive knowledge in (this is non-negotiable) -• Demonstrated ability to convert prospects, close deals, and achieve targets,• Understanding and passion for the world of sport and entertainment,• Strong knowledge of sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
EXPERIENCERequired :• 3-5 years’ related experience in similar role,• Extensive sales experience,• Solid experience in opportunity qualification, pre-call planning, account development and time management,• Creativity and ingenuity in developing successful sales strategies; have a working knowledge of the sports marketing industry, along with a pulse on what is forthcoming.
A South African leader and expert in conversational AI solutions has a vacancy for a talented Social Media Manager.
Agency experience required!
ROLE OVERVIEWLooking for a Social Media Manager to grow followers, engage and retain them, and helpconvert them into leads, clients, and active fans and promoters of the company. You should havecommand of best practices and trends in social media marketing, enjoy being creative, andunderstand how to both build and convert a digital audience.
Degree/Diploma in digital marketing, media oradvertising or similar.
+2 years digital marketing or social media workexperience.
Strong in-depth knowledge of various social mediaplatforms, best practices, and analytics.
Excellent copywriting skills.Strong communication skills.
Well versed on latest trends and technologies indigital marketing.
Experience in Photoshop and Canva.Putting together the social media strategy andcalendar (dates, times, captions, no. of words,image, hashtags, etc.).
Coordinating with the marketing team to ensurealignment.
Coordinate the message and creativedevelopment.
Post on social media (5 times a week or more).
Able to deliver creative content (text, imageand video, etc.).
Strong attention to detail.
Organisational skills.
Passion for social media marketing.
Creative and ability to think outside the box.Team player.
Agency experience preferable.
If you are a dynamic leader with a thorough knowledge of the influencer environment in SA and abroad then this could be a great opportunity for you !
INFLUENCER HEAD
Strong understanding of social, digital and influencer media environment and the relevant platforms.
Understand the trends and changes in the digital and social landscape that impact communications and content.
Understanding of the critical role of content across all digital and social platforms and online communities. How to integrate this content across paid, earned, shared and owned media to create maximum brand/reputational impact.
A thorough knowledge of the influencer environment in South Africa and abroad. This includes influencer strategies and management, ability to build relationships and negotiate contracts that deliver value to all parties.
The ability to conduct a social, digital, influencer and content audit and use this as a basis for the formulation of an in-depth social media strategy.
Experience in pitching social media and influencer solutions and strategies to existing and potential clients of the agency and larger group
Understanding of the process involved in the development of websites and microsites
Knowledge of ORM tools, such as BrandsEye, Tracx, etc
Experience with setting-up, managing and optimising a client’s social and influencer media paid spend (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) is beneficial
Eager to innovate and try new approaches to improve social media performance across all brands
Leadership
Lead and manage relevant teams within the agency with regards to social and influencer and content
Develop and nurture relationships with clients
Thrive in a team-based culture
Train and mentor digital and social media team members
Client Service and Account Management
Strong client-facing skills with ability to present and up sell to client
Strong ability to upsell and see new opportunities to evolve and increase offerings to clients. This would entail campaign ideas, influencer outreach ideas, community growth ideas & any other communication marketing ideas
Very strong organisational and heavy workload skills
Ability to generate as well interpret performance reports for clients
Demonstrate effective listening and interpretation of client instructions in meetings to debrief team