Marketing Assistant - Social Media Content Creation

About the Role

We are seeking a Marketing Assistant specializing in content creation, social media, and video editing for a boutique consulting firm focused on personal branding and marketing. This part-time, remote position supports a UK-based client by producing and repurposing content across various platforms to enhance brand visibility and drive business outcomes. The ideal candidate is highly creative, detail-oriented, and has a strong understanding of engaging, on-brand content.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit full-length podcast episodes and generate short highlight clips optimized for social media.
• Create branded social media visuals such as carousels, thumbnails, and covers, including basic motion graphics using Canva.
• Repurpose content across multiple channels, converting videos into shorts, transcripts into posts, and blogs into newsletters.
• Draft, format, and upload blog content on WordPress following basic on-page SEO guidelines.
• Develop and schedule newsletters while assisting with subscriber list maintenance and analyzing email campaign performance.
• Manage social media scheduling to maintain a consistent and organized content calendar, ensuring steady brand presence.
• Perform light copyediting to ensure content aligns with brand voice and tone, skillfully using AI tools to enhance efficiency without losing personal touch.
• Organize media assets and coordinate with freelance contributors when necessary.
• Track project tasks and deadlines, regularly updating stakeholders on progress.

Required Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in content creation, social media management, and video editing with a portfolio demonstrating relevant work.
• Keen eye for design, storytelling ability, and maintaining brand consistency across multiple channels.
• Practical experience editing podcasts and short videos for platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Proficient in Canva and at least one video editing software such as Descript, Adobe Premiere Pro, or CapCut.
• Experience with WordPress publishing and basic understanding of on-page SEO best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting founders, personal brands, or B2B service industries.
• Familiarity with email marketing tools like Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or Klaviyo.
• Ability to interpret analytics and insights to optimize content strategies.

Technical Requirements

• Internet connection with minimum 20 Mbps upload and download speeds.
• Computer with at least a 2.4 GHz processor and 8 GB RAM.
• Operating system: Windows 10 or newer, or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer.
• HD webcam (720p) and headset with microphone for remote communication.

Work Schedule and Compensation

• Part-time role with approximately 20 hours per week, working during UK business hours (e.g., 9:00 to 13:00 UK time).
• Remote work arrangement supporting a UK-based client.
• Monthly compensation between ZAR 7000 and ZAR 9000, based on experience.
• Opportunity includes training, portfolio development, and potential for long-term growth.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive hourly remuneration.
• Consistent workload and predictable working hours.
• Completely remote role allowing flexible location.
• Direct collaboration with company founder for meaningful impact.
• Inclusive, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace culture.
• Opportunity to advance with an expanding personal branding consultancy.

Application Note

If you are a motivated digital content creator who enjoys working collaboratively and producing polished, visually appealing content, we encourage you to apply. Please provide a digital portfolio link showcasing your top design and video editing projects.