Job title: Junior Social Media Manager and Content Creator (Sports) Closing Date: 30/06/2024 Location: Cape Town Travel Involved: Yes Date Required: 17/05/2024 Job Type: Permanent Education: matric/diploma Company: Highbury Media Job Category: Editorial Compensation: N/A Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic Sports Social Media Manager and Content Creator to elevate our sports brand's digital presence. This role is ideal for someone with a deep passion for sports, digital storytelling, and engaging sports fan communities. Responsibilities: - Execute social media strategies that reflects our brand's vision and the excitement of the sports we cover. - Create and publish engaging, sports-related content on all social media platforms - Ensure that all articles are scheduled and shared in a timely manner - Collaborate with Sales and production teams to drive campaigns and sponsorships. - Engage actively with followers across platforms to foster a strong community. - Monitor analytics to identify viable ideas, assess performance, and optimize content. - Stay current with sports events, trends, and fan sentiments to ensure timely and relevant content. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Social Media Manager with a focus on sports. - Experience creating multi-format content (text, image, video) relevant to various sports. - Strong understanding of sports analytics, fan engagement strategies, and brand building. - Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and communication skills. - Knowledge of WordPress Websites - Proficiency in using social media analytics tools and capable of translating insights into action. - Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, particularly on game days and during sports seasons. - Diploma/Degree in Communications, Marketing, Sports Management, or related field is preferred. Having Trouble? Please click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions or click here to email us if you have any queries. Please Note: We do not process any applications through our support email. #J-18808-Ljbffr