Please note: This role is only open to applicants based in South Africa or South African citizens living abroad. Based in Cape Town would be beneficial.
DotNews is looking for a versatile and proactive Digital Marketing Specialist to join our team! This is a remote, full-time role, ideal for a self-disciplined, detail-oriented individual who can balance social media management, copywriting, website content management, and overall marketing coordination.
We specialise in content marketing for the legal, accounting, and financial advisory industries, and we need someone who can not only convert our expert-written content into engaging posts but also assist clients in executing well-rounded digital marketing strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Social Media Management: Plan, schedule, and execute content across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram
- Copywriting & Content Adaptation: Refine, adjust, and customise pre-written content to fit different audiences and platforms
- Marketing Strategy Coordination: Work closely with clients to help them execute and optimise their overall marketing plans
- Design Support: Create and refine visuals using Figma, Canva, and / or Photoshop
- Campaign Management: Co-ordinate client campaigns, ensuring all elements are aligned and effective
- Client Engagement: Act as a key point of contact, helping clients navigate their marketing needs and providing expert guidance
- Email Marketing: Assist with email campaigns and email strategy (experience with tools like MailChimp would be beneficial)
- Website Content Management: Upload and update content on WordPress websites, ensuring blog posts and marketing pages are formatted correctly
- Basic HTML Knowledge: A working understanding of HTML to make minor edits and troubleshoot website content formatting issues
- Using industry relevant tools: Use tools like Buffer, Hootsuite, and Meta Business Suite to schedule posts for multiple clients
- SEO & PPC Advertising: While not essential, experience in these areas would be beneficial
- General Marketing Support: Be adaptable and willing to assist with various marketing-related tasks as they arise
Who We're Looking For:
- Experience Level: Junior to mid-level
- Proficient copywriting and content adaptation skills
- Hands-on experience with social media management and digital marketing
- Knowledge of graphic design tools (Figma, Canva and / or Photoshop)
- Comfortable working with WordPress websites, uploading and formatting content
- Basic HTML skills to handle minor formatting and troubleshooting
- Exceptional attention to detail when reviewing and refining content
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to take ownership of tasks
- Comfortable engaging directly with clients to discuss and implement marketing strategies
- Self-motivated and disciplined, able to work remotely while managing multiple projects
- A willingness to learn new skills and assist the team wherever needed
Salary & Benefits:
- R13,000 - R17,000 per month (negotiable based on experience & qualifications)
- Fully remote position, offering flexibility within a structured full-time role
- Work in a small, dynamic team with opportunities for growth
If you’re an all-rounder with a passion for digital marketing, content, and client collaboration, we’d love to hear from you!
