Job title: Digital Content Producer
Location: Cape Town
Travel Involved: No
Job Type: Permanent
Education: Diploma
Company: Highbury Media
Job Category: Editorial
Compensation: N/A
Position Summary:

Highbury Media (Pty) Ltd is an independent magazine and digital publishing company responsible for some of the best-performing titles. We are currently looking for a Digital Content Producer.

 

The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Oversee online content for the website, which includes weekly newsletters, and additional social media content across Cape {town} Etc and potentially other titles at Highbury Media.
  • Manage and plan digital editorial content.
  • Brainstorm and produce content that is fresh, relevant and on-trend for the digital readership.
  • Produce a weekly newsletter on time.
  • Manage social media for the brand, and maintain the numbers on the various platforms.
  • Drive readership on the digital platform.
  • Liaise with the advertising team and create client content when necessary.
  • Manage online competitions and follow leads by interested parties sent via the website.
  • Keep up to date with digital trends in order to keep the website vibrant.
  • Write and source local and international news.
  • Source relevant imagery.
  • Keep a keen eye on viral content.
  • Produce original editorial content and conduct interviews.
  • Be proficient in spelling, grammar, and fact-checking.
  • Schedule editorial and social media content in advance.

Requirements:

 

  • The position needs someone who will work closely with the editor in achieving the brand’s goals.
  • The successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of the brand’s principles and should be able to curate the content so it expresses the pillars and tone.
  • The successful candidate needs to be productive, be good at managing their time and resources, communicate well with all contributors, and work as part of a team.
  • They should be creative and familiar with digital trends and work with the editor, to drive the digital numbers.
  • Maintain a flexible schedule and understand that this position does not run in accordance with a typical 9 to 5 job.
  • Assist with content creation and editing according to the team schedule, which includes selected weekends, morning or night shifts, and certain holidays.