What the job is

This is a Mid-Level Social Media Manager position at Gorilla Creative Media, a well-known creative digital agency with offices in Johannesburg and Durban. The role is based in Durban and involves working closely with the Head of Social to manage social media accounts for various clients. Gorilla Creative Media is an award-winning company that focuses on creating impressive work for clients and their customers.

What you will do

You will plan, write, schedule, and publish social media content across different platforms, following client strategies and brand guidelines. You will manage online communities by moderating discussions, engaging with audiences, monitoring for crises, and handling live coverage. You will also develop and maintain content calendars for weekly, monthly, and campaign-based posts. Additionally, you will track social media performance, interpret data, and present reports with insights and recommendations for improvement. You will collaborate with the team to contribute ideas, support paid social media campaigns, and share audience insights with senior strategists.

What you need

You need 2 to 4 years of experience in social media management, preferably in an agency setting. You should have strong skills in content planning, scheduling, and using social media analytics tools. Attention to detail is important, as you will manage multiple client accounts. Reliability, organization, and proactivity are key traits for this role. Advantageous skills include copywriting with a social-first approach, experience in creative brainstorming, and familiarity with paid social media trafficking.

What you will get

The salary is market-related, and the job offers a permanent position with some remote work allowed. Travel may be required occasionally. This is an opportunity to work in a creative and collaborative environment with a company that values talent and innovation.