Job Description

Previously disadvantaged candidates will be given preference.We have an exciting, new on-site opportunity for a highly motivated, Regional Head of Content to join either the Cape Town or Johannesburg team at an award-winning global Public Relations consultancy.The successful candidate will be responsible for the creation of PR content on behalf of a suite of top-tier clients, predominantly in the corporate and financial services sector, with a sprinkle of consumer writing on the side and will manage a team of writers. We're on the hunt for someone who is well-rounded enough to adapt their writing style to suit the communications strategies and styles of both B2B and consumer brands.Experience as a Public Relations Content Writer is advantageous. You should have the ability to digest and translate complex industry jargon into understandable and educational content suited to target audiences.We're on the lookout for someone that is eager to learn about the firm's clients' diverse industries, and who is ready to give and receive honest and constructive feedback and guide the content team to new, great heights!You are our ideal candidate if you have solid corporate writing experience, both B2B and B2C, and are a strong writer, storyteller and editor.If you are an individual with a love for crafting compelling and informative Content and Editorial, this is your chance to take the lead and shine! Apply today.Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop research and write content (mostly press releases and thought leadership articles) that hits the mark in terms of client brief and media expectations
• Work with client management teams to develop content calendars, ideas and topics
• Interview clients in journalistic fashion for content creation purposes
• Run daily content meetings and help in sourcing and identifying news angles for clients
• Assist client service teams with generating ideas for content and run with the process from ideation to content creation
• Attend client-facing briefings and spokesperson interviews as required
• Assist with the editing and proofreading of case studies and other content for the company website
• Run the company social media pages - developing both written and multimedia content
• Write thought leadership content purposed towards promoting company expertise and services
• Serve as support for client management teams and step in above and beyond your expected duties to fill gaps and help teams during busy periods
• Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment
• Use word processing, video/sound editing and related software and tools efficiently and effectively
• Perform data entry via content management systems for client websites such as WordPress and similar applications.

RequirementsThe successful candidate must have/be:

• A tertiary qualification in English Studies/Journalism/Copywriting or related field
• 5+ year's working experience as a content writer or in a similar role
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word/Excel/PowerPoint etc.)
• Knowledge of how to use Canva is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of SEO content writing is advantageous
• Strong organisational, administrative and time management skills
• Knowledge of and experience with social media marketing is advantageous
• WordPress or similar CMS experience is advantageous
• Understanding of the content requirements for media in South Africa, spanning digital and written content
• Firm grasp of the multimedia content creation process
• Proficient in social media channels and the content requirements for each platform (Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong proofreading and editing skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong project management skills
• Willing and eager to grow and improve
• A natural curiosity for learning new skills
• A natural team player and leader
• Conducts yourself with empathy and respect
• Desire to build a successful and flourishing career in Content.

Please submit a relevant portfolio along with your CV on application.Should you not receive a response within one week, please consider your application unsuccessful.City: Cape Town OR JohannesburgLevel of Expertise: SeniorRemuneration: NegotiableConsultant: TamaraReference Number: #Tam799

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