Remote Social Media Strategist
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications
Our client, a cutting-edge digital marketing agency, is actively seeking a talented and innovative Remote Social Media Strategist to join their fully distributed team. This position is ideal for a creative thinker who excels at developing and executing impactful social media strategies that drive engagement, build brand awareness, and achieve measurable business outcomes for clients. Working from anywhere, you will be responsible for crafting compelling social media campaigns, managing client accounts, and staying ahead of evolving platform trends.
The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of various social media platforms, audience segmentation, content creation, and analytics. We are looking for a proactive, self-disciplined individual who can effectively collaborate with a remote team and deliver exceptional results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in social media marketing within a truly remote-first organization, contributing to client success across diverse industries.
- Develop and implement innovative social media strategies tailored to individual client goals and target audiences.
- Manage and grow client presence across key social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Tik Tok, Pinterest).
- Create and curate engaging, high-quality content (visuals, copy, video) that resonates with target demographics and aligns with brand voice.
- Plan and execute social media advertising campaigns, including budget management, targeting, and performance optimization.
- Monitor social media channels for industry trends, competitor activity, and user-generated content, identifying opportunities for engagement.
- Analyze social media metrics, track campaign performance, and generate insightful reports for clients, recommending strategic adjustments.
- Foster community engagement by responding to comments, messages, and reviews in a timely and brand-appropriate manner.
- Collaborate with internal teams (design, content, paid media) to ensure integrated and cohesive campaign execution.
- Stay abreast of the latest social media algorithm changes, platform updates, and emerging trends.
- Provide strategic recommendations for content innovation and platform expansion.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in social media strategy and management, preferably in an agency setting.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media campaigns that drive engagement and achieve KPIs.
- In-depth knowledge of major social media platforms, their audiences, and best practices for each.
- Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite) and analytics platforms.
- Strong understanding of social media advertising principles and execution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and brand consistency.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience in client-facing roles and presenting strategic recommendations is a plus.
- Fully remote work environment, offering exceptional work-life balance.
- Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and learning.
- Work with a diverse portfolio of clients and exciting projects.
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative remote team.
- Access to industry-leading social media tools and resources.
- Contribution to impactful strategies for leading brands.
- Regular virtual team check-ins and social events.
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