41 Media Account jobs in South Africa

Mr D,
a division of the Group, is looking for a highly talented
Retail Media Account Manager
to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us

Think you've been challenged before? Think again

• Scale
  : Show the millions of Mr D customers what you can do
• Learn
  : We work with the best of the best, and then some.
• Grow
  : Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here's your chance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Build and maximize value from existing group relationships
• Attract new brands, agencies, and advertisers directly
• Design and execute group advertising campaigns for suppliers/sellers
• Customize advertising campaigns for high-value clients
• Gather design assets and schedule campaigns in marketing calendar
• Oversee billing, payment, and campaign tracking reports
• Create and communicate campaign execution portfolios
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Leverage insights and innovations to reach target audiences through retail media
• Utilize flexible pricing/buying models (self-service, managed, programmatic)
• Act as a strategic partner delivering solutions aligned to business objectives.
• Maintain high client retention rate and achieve strong client satisfaction scores
• Achieve high campaign success rate and deliver campaigns on-time and within budget
• Drive quarterly increases in platform registrations and achieve strong monthly active user engagement
• Complete annual professional development requirements and propose new service improvements and innovations
• Drive quarterly client review sessions focused on retail media performance optimization and strategic growth planning

Attributes Required:

• Smart and hard-working with strong integrity
• Passion for online/digital marketing and advertising (essential)
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong multitasking ability and meeting tight deadlines
• Resilience under pressure in fast-paced environment
• Bias towards action, solution-oriented
• Self-starter with active thirst for knowledge

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma preferred
• Minimum 3 years B2B software/advertising sales (account management) OR 5 years account management experience;
• Digital marketing, advertising, and/or sales experience mandatory; E-commerce experience advantageous

Let's talk about life @ Mr D

• The power is in your hands
  : We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors
  : We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Online Learning
  : Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on Prosus Academy and more.
• Good times
  : Get to know the other extraordinary minds in the takealot group during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Birthday leave
  : Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.
• Help when you need it most
  : Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking:
  No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above you are an
Extraordinary Mind.
Apply today

Mr D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference

Social Media Account Coordinator (Remote)
Job description

Do you scroll TikTok in your sleep, mentally rewrite captions, and instantly know which posts are gonna flop (and how to fix them)? Dawning Digital is looking for a creative, strategic, and detail-obsessed Social Media Account Coordinator who lives and breathes social media. You'll be the genius behind bold ideas, bringing them to life, and making sure everything we deliver is top-notch and right on time. 

You Might Be Our Person If You:

• Have at least 2 years of marketing or social media marketing experience, in a creative or digital agency (you're used to juggling multiple projects, client deadlines, and a fast pace).
• Have a degree in marketing or communications,
  though not required

.
- Experience in brand-based, social media content marketing.
- Know social media strategy, brand storytelling, and community-building like you know your best friend's coffee order.
- Enjoy creating content for Insta, Tik Tok and all the trending platforms.
- Are always the first to spot trends, and know exactly how to use them to make brands shine.
- Love diving into analytics to figure out what content works (and more importantly, why).
- Can juggle projects better than a circus performer (and somehow make it look easy).
- When applying, mention in the email body whether you are a Swifty or not (PS: you don't need to be lol, just curious)
- Know your way around G Suite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets—you know the drill).
- Feel right at home using Asana or similar project management tools, providing regular updates and great communication.
- Have basic Canva skills to tweak designs when your inner perfectionist kicks in.
- Are comfortable crafting short-form copy that's snappy and engaging.
- Thrive in a remote work setting, staying proactive, communicative, and ready to jump into action.
- Don't need to be micromanaged (we don't have time for that), but also great at giving regular updates to ensure we're all in the loop. As a remote company, communication is key.
- Social media is your second language, you know how to translate brand messaging into posts that engage and trend.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Meeting deadlines, managing calendars, and keeping workflows smooth.
• Submitting content that requires minimal revisions and aligns with client expectations.
• Spotting and leveraging relevant social media trends that fit each brand.
• Driving growth through improved reach, engagement, and audience interaction.
• Maintaining prompt, professional communication with clients and the team.
• Ensuring all content supports client goals and brand direction.

What We Offer

• Join a dynamic, collaborative team where open communication, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
• Fully flexible remote work (in turn we expect great communication)
• 25 days paid time off (and no shame around taking time off)
• Quarterly performance bonuses: earn up to 10% on top of your salary for meeting your goals.
• Sales bonuses and viral content bonuses.
• Flexibility to grow in the direction of your interests, we try to mold your job and responsibilities to fit your interests

Interested? Please send your resume to

and tell us why you'd be a great fit for the role.

Job Location: Cape Town

Digital Media Account managers role is to provide, support and provide assistance in all areas of managing the client's business and to keep day to day activities running smoothly.

Their goals are to create strong relationships with clients and to help them achieve their marketing goals.

To ensure success as an account manager, you should be able to implement complex, detailed media strategies in an accurate and timely manner.

Determining client needs by conducting in-person or online meetings to outline their goals.

Job Description:
Key responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy for assigned clients.
• Overseeing the client's through the line presence and identifying areas of improvement.
• Presenting effective through the line media strategies and training to clients when needed.
• Creating and maintaining positive, long-term relationships with clients to build trust.
• Co-ordinates activity ensuring projects and plans deliver against
• Acting as a point of contact for clients to address any campaign queries or concerns.
• Keeping abreast with the industry
• Ensures timeous updates of client tools
• Ensures compliance with auditing timelines and requirements
• Effective and accurate budget management and reporting
• Management of performance and external agency partners to deliver on clients objectives

Requirements

• Three years + experience in account management
• Excellent knowledge of best practices, campaign and budget management.
• Familiarity and experience working with above the line media channels cross television, print, radio and OOH.
• Proficiency in industry tools
• Experience with media Strategy development.

Location:
Cape Town

Brand:
Full Circle Media

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Permanent

We're seeking a dynamic 
Social Media Account Manager
 to join our growing team. In this role, you will manage client accounts by developing strategies, running paid campaigns, creating reports and maintaining consistent, proactive communication with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

·   Develop and implement social media strategies for client accounts.

·   Manage paid campaigns across platforms including Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, X and Google.

·   Create unique graphics, visuals and basic videos using Canva.

·   Monitor social media trends and understand target audiences.

·   Compile regular performance reports and provide actionable insights.

·   Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients.

·   Manage multiple client accounts efficiently and independently.

Requirements:

·   Degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Business, Digital Media, or a related field.

·   Proven experience managing social media accounts professionally and proactively.

·   Hands-on experience with Meta Business Manager, LinkedIn, TikTok Ads Manager and Google Ads.

·   Strong skills in creating and managing paid campaigns.

·   Proficiency in Canva for graphics, visuals and basic video content.

·   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·   Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools such as Meta Insights and Google Analytics.

·   Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

About Viral Solutions:

Established in 2011, Viral Solutions is a social media management company with a fully remote team across South Africa. We encourage and support our staff to grow alongside the company as we expand.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Public Relations & Communications Administrator to support daily operations through effective communication, coordination, and data management. This role serves as the central point of contact between our team, clients, agents, doctors, and pharmacies. Responsibilities include handling calls, emails, social media messages, administrative tasks, and basic data capturing. You'll also assist in routing any medical-related queries to the appropriate personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main contact for incoming customer communication (phone, email, social media).
• Respond to general questions and ensure timely, professional replies across all platforms.
• Manage social media inboxes and escalate issues when needed.
• Coordinate and communicate with agents, doctors, and pharmacies as required.
• Perform administrative support tasks such as scheduling, follow-ups, and maintaining communication logs.
• Handle basic data capturing and updating of internal systems or spreadsheets.
• Route medical-related questions to the appropriate team members; no clinical advice required.
• Support public relations efforts by maintaining a consistent, professional brand voice in all communications.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Experience in customer service, admin, or communications roles.
• Confident using phone systems, email, spreadsheets, and social media platforms.
• High attention to detail, especially when capturing and entering data.
• Professional and calm under pressure; able to manage sensitive information appropriately.
• Prior experience in a health, wellness, or service-focused industry is an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R10 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Company Description
Energy Capital & Power (ECP)
is a leading global investment platform focused on the energy sector. We provide industry insights, strategic networking opportunities, and high-impact events that drive investment and development across Africa and beyond. Through our conferences, media, and advisory services, we connect stakeholders, promote key projects, and shape the future of energy.

Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and proactive Public Relations (PR) Manager to join our growing team.

This newly created role is integral to enhancing ECP's brand reputation and visibility across our

portfolio of events, publications and services. The PR Manager will be responsible for developing and

executing public relations strategies that align with ECP's goals, build strong media relationships

across the energy, mining and mainstream sectors, and deliver measurable results in terms of

coverage and engagement.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic PR Planning

• Collaborate with the Marketing Director, Project Directors, Commercial Director and Managing Editor to design and implement PR strategies tailored to events, publications and services objectives, target audience, and messaging.
• Develop messaging frameworks and timelines aligned with key campaign milestones.

Media Relations

• Build, maintain, and nurture relationships with global energy and mining industry media, international press, and local outlets in key markets.
• Proactively pitch stories, announcements, and interviews to relevant journalists and media outlets.
• Ensure ECP receives consistent, high-quality coverage in targeted media platforms before, during, and after each event.

Content Development and Distribution

• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and executive quotes for announcements, partnerships, and speaker confirmations.
• Tailor communications to fit different platforms and target audiences (trade, business, mainstream).
• Work with Managing Editor to align content and messaging

Media Engagement and Management

• Maintain and regularly update the ECP media contact database.
• Handle media invitations and accreditation processes for each event.
• Coordinate media interviews with clients, speakers and senior leadership onsite.
• Coordinate press briefing sessions pre-event and onsite.
• Manage the media center and press operations at events, ensuring smooth operations and journalist satisfaction.

Local PR & Agency Management

• Engage with appointed local PR and communications agencies in local markets.
• Brief and manage local PR agencies to ensure alignment with global messaging and objectives.
• Oversee the delivery of services by partner agencies and ensure accountability on agreed KPIs and timelines.

Media Partnerships

• Support the negotiation and execution of media partnership agreements with key outlets.
• Coordinate deliverables with partners and ensure visibility of media partners before and during events.

Crisis Communication

• Develop and maintain crisis communication plans, in coordination with senior leadership.

Reporting and Analysis

• Track media coverage and compile post-event PR reports detailing reach, sentiment, placements, and ROI.
• Provide strategic recommendations for improvement based on performance analysis.

Qualifications

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven PR experience, ideally within the energy sector.
• Ability to travel internationally on a regular basis.
• Strong network of media contacts, particularly in energy, mining, business, and international media.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and tight deadlines.
• Experience working onsite at events and coordinating media activities.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and PR software.

WORK REMOTELY

Imagine having the ability to work from anywhere.

At Content Allies, our purpose is freedom.

You will have to work each day and put in time and hours, but you will have a significant amount of freedom where and when you work.

ABOUT US

Content Allies partners with B2B companies to create revenue-generating podcasts. Our mission? To make podcasting effortless for our clients. They simply show up for interviews—we handle the rest.

From guest outreach to publishing, we manage the end-to-end podcast production process. One of our most valuable offerings? Booking world-class guests that drive both relationships and results.

VALUES

• Life > Work.
• Be Happy & Have Fun.
• Always Growing.
• Win / Win.
• Quality > Quantity.

YOU ARE.

• Detail-oriented and pays attention to the small things.
• Experienced in public relations & podcast scheduling.
• Comfortable & skilled at hand writing emails and coordinating with high-profile individuals via email on a daily basis.
• A creative problem solver who enjoys figuring out better solutions.
• Routine-oriented, you like doing the same type of work day in and day out.
• Experience with cold email campaigns (Smartlead or similar tools) is not required, but a plus.

THE ROLE:

Content Allies produces B2B podcasts for our clients. One of the main reasons our clients hire us for our services is because we are great at getting high-quality guests to interview.

You will be working alongside a team of 4-5 other podcast guest schedulers. Your job will be to handle responses to our cold outreach campaigns and coordinate schedules of our hosts and the guests.

You will also send email introductions between the guest and the host once someone is scheduled, and you will update the podcast schedules each time a new guest is scheduled.

You are acting as a "Podcast Liaison" and will be the face of our clients and their podcast scheduling guests of different profiles, ranging from small business owners and junior-level titles to C-Suite executives at Fortune 1000 companies.

This is a role that requires work at least 4 out of 5 days per week to be in the Gmail inboxes scheduling guests.

We have an existing process and system set up using for outreach and responses, and Airtable to manage the scheduling of guests. We also use Airtable to manage our podcast calendars.

You will not be building a system from scratch, but instead operating within one that is already built and improving upon it.

EXPECTATIONS

If you choose to join us, these would be your goals in the next 3 - 6 months.

1. Acted as the guest scheduling lead across 10–15 client accounts.
2. Booked a minimum of 2+ high-quality guests per podcast per month.
3. Learned and helped run outreach campaigns using
4. Helped improve our internal scheduling workflow alongside our team.
5. Maintained high communication standards, even with C-Suite execs.
6. Become a trusted, vibrant part of the Content Allies team culture.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive pay and benefits.

• Flexible location and hours - As long as you are getting your work done, it doesn't matter when or where you work.
• Compensation - Compensation Starting at $10-$5 per hour during the trial based upon experience & location, with an opportunity for growth in rate or to move toward retainers or a flat base salary upon a successful trial.
• Strong company culture - We have a very fun culture
• Education Reimbursements - Every quarter, we provide our team with 50 per quarter to put toward any sort of education.

Interested?

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Create a Google Doc for your application. Keep it well-organized and easy to digest

2. Include the following

3. Name

4. Email

5. URL of your LinkedIn profile

6. Write us a cover letter that sells me on why I should hire you for this position over anyone else.

7. RECORD AN APPLICATION VIDEO OR AUDIO MESSAGE

8. Use your webcam or cell phone to record an application video or audio message.

9. This video or audio message should be at a maximum 60 seconds long (Not a second longer).
10. As the first word of your video or audio message say "Moist" and as the last word of your message say "Toodaloo"
11. In the content of the video or audio, persuade us on why you are a good fit for this role.

12. Upload this video or audio to Dropbox. If you do not have an account, create a free one and upload the file there. Add the Dropbox link as the final item in your Google Doc, after your cover letter and questions.

13. Please provide a link to a 30-second or shorter YouTube video that makes you laugh…

POSITION PURPOSE

The Public Relations Manager provides the Regional Marketing Manager with any support required in terms of communication with suppliers, tenants, clients and public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

1. Assumes responsibility for the following tasks regarding marketing

a. Develop and execute innovative PR strategies aligned with shopping Centre's objectives

b. Assist with Tenant Liaison, customer Liaison and Public Relations.

c. Write and distribute high-impact press releases, speeches, articles, and executive communications.

d. Monitoring local publications, social media, Tenant advertising and community opportunities

e. Drafting the monthly and ad hoc marketing reports and tenant communications.

f. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers.

g. Schedule and organise tenant meetings and marketing meetings.

h. General support to the Regional Marketing Manager

i. General support to Centre Management as required (adhoc reception duties when short staffed)

j. Proactively identify opportunities for positive media exposure and thought leadership.

k. Manage all media inquiries, interviews, press conferences, and public appearances.

l. Lead crisis communication strategies and protect the brand's reputation during critical moments.

m. Collaborate closely with marketing, digital, and leadership teams to ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.

n. Produce engaging content for newsletters, blogs, social media, and internal communications.

o. Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing actionable insights and regular performance reports.

p. Organize and support high-profile events, promotional initiatives, and industry functions.

q. Oversee and update website content; ensure SEO and branding consistency

r. Manage and grow social media accounts aligned with business goals

s. Monitor online reputation and ensure accurate listings across platforms

t. Ensure brand consistency across all group companies and communications

u. Support brand guideline updates and cross-brand alignment

v. Tenant Communication

w. Turnover collection

x. Site inspection

y. Social media content

z. Create marketing and social media campaigns and strategies, including budget planning, content ideation and implementation schedules.

aa. Create integrated and cost-effective social media strategies.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

1. Typing is accurate, neat, and promptly completed.

2. Telephone calls and visitors are courteously received. Client and management inquiries are attended. Good Business relations exist with Clients. A professional image is projected and maintained.

3. Documents and reports are accurately produced and up-to-date. Files are well-maintained.

4. Good communication and coordination exist with area personnel and with management. Assistance is provided as needed. Management is appropriately informed.

5. Assistance to all Marketing requirements for the Shopping Centre's and the Regional Marketing Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Matric.

A marketing or PR diploma or certificate preferred.

Secretarial certificate

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

Understanding of marketing, advertising, public relations, media.

Understanding of sales and promotion techniques .

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum two years experience in a marketing environment,

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Proficient communication and typing skills.

Able to perform dictation and transcription tasks.

Good interpersonal and public relations skills.

Analytical, creative, and problem-solving abilities.

Able to use graphic art tools and supplies.

Details

Close Date: 20 September 2025

Dealership: Foton SA (OEM)

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (press releases, speeches, social posts, newsletters).
• Strong storytelling and content creation ability.
• Proficiency in PR tools, media monitoring, and social media platforms.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align PR efforts with business goals.
• Event planning and execution skills (press conferences, product launches, corporate events).
• Digital PR skills: SEO for press releases, influencer collaborations, online reputation management.
• Experience in crafting Press Releases and managing Media Relations
• Skills in Public Relations and Communication
• Expertise in Strategic Communications
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• Experience in the automotive industry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance brand image.
• Draft press releases, speeches, articles, and newsletters.
• Manage media relations and act as the company spokesperson when needed.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports.
• Organise PR events, sponsorships, and community outreach.
• Handle crisis communication and reputation management.
• Collaborate with marketing, digital, and sales teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.