AILY SUN has a vacancy for a SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT PRODUCER at Media Park, Johannesburg.

The incumbent of this specialist position will report directly to the Digital Editor and the editor-in-chief of Daily Sun. The social media content producer will take a leading role in executing Daily Sun’s social media strategy.

Key performance areas

• Plan and implement Daily Sun’s social media strategy across platforms.
• Drive engagement on dailysun.co.za.
• Work closely with content producers to develop a unified approach for best results.
• Produce regular reports on social media referral rates.

Qualifications and experience

• A national diploma or bachelor’s degree would be an advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a digital newsroom.

Skills

• Top notch social media skills.
• The ability to work fast and accurately.
• An understanding of the online environment as relevant to the Daily Sun market.
• A proven track record of working with social media dashboards.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Creativity and originality in the execution of the social media strategy.
• Must have sound knowledge of media ethics and law, specifically related to the use of social media.

In exchange for the successful candidate’s services the company offers a competitive salary, membership of the medical and retirement funds for persons qualifying.

Please take note that if you haven’t received feedback within 2 weeks, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated group