257 Social Media Director jobs in South Africa

Are you the kind of creative who sees a trending moment and immediately thinks, How can we make this visually unforgettable, how can this work for a brand? Do you thrive in the fast-paced world of social media, crafting conceptual content that stands out in a sea of sameness? If you love turning insights into impactful visuals, creating on the fly, and making magic with minimal resources, this role is for you.

What You'll Do:

• Design for Impact – Create bold, engaging, and platform-native visuals that grab attention and spark conversation.
• Turn Data into Creativity – Work with the insights team to translate social trends and audience behavior into smart, strategic design ideas.
• Stay on Trend – Keep your finger on the pulse of internet culture, emerging aesthetics, and viral content to keep our brand ahead of the curve.
• Be Hands-On – Whether it's shooting content on the go, editing in real time, or making the most of a scrappy budget, you're ready to roll up your sleeves.
• Think Conceptually – Develop visual ideas that go beyond just "looking good"—every piece of content should have purpose and personality.
• Collaborate & Execute – Work closely with copywriters, strategists, and community managers to bring ideas to life in fresh and innovative ways.

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in social-first design, motion, or art direction.
• Animation and motion design skills a plus.
• A strong portfolio showcasing high-impact, conceptual social content.
• A deep understanding of different social platforms and what works visually on each.
• The ability to balance quick-turn reactive content with more polished, strategic creative work.
• A passion for social media—you're always online, always inspired, and always experimenting.
• A resourceful, get-it-done attitude—you know how to make small budgets work hard.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (bonus points for motion and video editing skills).
• A keen eye for aesthetics, composition, and storytelling in a social-first world.

Why Join Us?

We're a team that thrives on creativity, speed, and making an impact. If you're obsessed with internet culture, love to create, and aren't afraid to dive in and make things happen, we'd love to have you. Ready to design the future of social? Let's go

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Do you love skin care, live for social media, and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment? We're looking for a Social Media & Community Coordinator to join our team

You'll work closely with and report to our Digital & Creative Manager, helping bring our brand to life online. From creating engaging posts to connecting with our community, this role is perfect for someone who's highly organised, confident, and excited about blending creativity with strategy.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing and scheduling content across our social media platforms.
• Engaging with our community by responding to comments, DMs, and sparking conversations.
• Supporting campaigns with fresh, creative ideas and ensuring deadlines are always met.
• Tracking performance and sharing insights to keep growing our reach and engagement.
• Collaborating with the team to make sure our content is aligned and impactful.

What we're looking for:

• A super-organised, deadline-driven go-getter.
• Confident and well-spoken with excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience in social media management, community management, managing customer queries or a related field.
• A creative thinker who's not afraid to share ideas.
• A genuine passion for skin care, beauty, or wellness.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.
• Enjoys a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities.
• A degree in communication, marketing, or social media.
• 3+ years of experience managing a brand's social media.
• Proven experience in project management tasks.
• Valid driver's licence and own transport.

What you'll love about working with us:

• Direct mentorship and collaboration with our Digital & Creative Manager.
• A supportive, fun, and forward-thinking team culture.
• The chance to grow your career in the fast-moving skincare industry.

How to apply:

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you Send us your CV (and a short note about why you're passionate about skincare and social media) and let's create something amazing together.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R24 000,00 - R26 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cape Town, Western Cape 8000: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Social Media: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's Licence (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Lubrication Equipment, located in Alrode, Johannesburg, is seeking a vibrant, highly presentable and well kempt, motivated assistant to join a dynamic team, working closely with our Operations Manager. Together, you will represent the company at shows, functions, and conventions—acting as ambassadors at every onsite and online event. Candidates must have their own car or reliable transport.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Direct support and training provided from day one.
• Person who is presentable, enthusiastic, and willing to learn—no experience required; all skills will be taught on the job.
• Comfortable with social media basics and ready to learn company-specific tools and systems.
• Strong communicator and collaborative team player, able to work closely with the Operations Manager in all operational and branding activities.
• Willing and available for weekend and flexible hours as functions and events require.
• Ready and happy to travel and actively participate with the team at all scheduled company activities or photoshoots etc across the country.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage social media accounts together with the Operations Manager, including posting updates, planning campaigns, visitor engagement, and publishing content as per the daily schedule.
• Provide administrative support: answering calls, taking notes, updating CRM software, and assisting with event preparations.
• Collaborate as a team at conventions, car shows, workshops, and public events, helping set up, engage audiences, and maintain standards for branding and safety.
• Participate in content creation (videos/blogs), planning, analytics, and organizing to ensure a strong and consistent company presence.
• Be available for weekend and after-hours functions, with flexibility to meet business and event needs.

Applications must be submitted personally by the candidate. Submissions from parents, family or friends will not be accepted or considered.

Lubrication Equipment is committed to employment equity and transformation in line with South African BBBEE regulations. This position is open to all candidates, and applications from all suitably qualified individuals are encouraged, regardless of race or background.

Send CV to with subject line "Event Assistant"

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Learnership

Pay: From R6 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alrode, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to travel for events/conventions as needed?

Work Location: In person

Venture on your next great journey.

We are currently recruiting for a highly experienced and creative Social Media & Brand Content Specialist to join our marketing team in Cape Town. This is a unique opportunity to become the brand custodian for a company dedicated to sustainable travel and breathtaking journeys.

You will be the voice of Mahlatini on social media, leading the charge on our content strategy and delivering "best-in-class" campaigns that build our brand and drive lead generation, in addition to nurturing external partnerships. We're excited to welcome a passionate brand communications professional to join our team to take our social and content strategy to the pinnacle of the global luxury travel sector.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience managing social media platforms, with extensive expertise in Meta Suite
• Strong competence in scheduling tools (Meta Business Suite, Adobe Scheduler, or similar)
• In-depth knowledge of social media best practices (posting cadence, engagement strategies, paid activity, etc.)
• Strong understanding of brand compliance, ensuring all content aligns with brand voice and guidelines
• Content creation skills, including social copy writing, alongside a strong creative eye for image and video selections
• Excellent all-round communicator
• Understanding of analytics to deliver social performance reports, and ability to track and interpret KPIs
• Experience in online reputation management (reviews, client feedback, third-party platforms)
• Video editing skills (intermediate at a minimum)

Desired:

• Graphic design skills
• Experience in external relationship management
• Affiliate and influencer marketing experience
• Paid social campaign experience
• Experience with luxury global brands and high-net-worth audiences

What we can offer you:

• R38,000 – R50,000 salary (competitive and commensurate with experience)
• Company bonus scheme
• Comprehensive Group Life Cover & Discovery Health Medical Aid with company contributions
• Company pension scheme
• 29 days holiday per year with long service benefits
• Discounted travel and access to exclusive industry rates
• Structured training and continuous professional development
• Team Volunteering aligned to our BCorp values and Social Events Calendar
• Employee Assistance Programme

The role:

Social Media Management:

Blend creativity with analytics to ensure our brand is aspirational and visible to key target audiences across relevant social media platforms. Specifically:

• Lead our organic social media strategy and channel development aligned to developing trends in our sector and with the digital marketing landscape
• Content creation and brand storytelling, including the ideation and crafting of compelling content that inspires discerning travellers and generates qualified leads
• Hands-on social media management, including ownership of the social media content strategy, calendar, engagement, and scheduling across platforms
• Responsibility for social community management to ensure our excellent reputation for client service and responsive engagement is reflected across our social platforms
• Develop and implement an effective influencer and brand partnerships strategy with relevant industry partners, affiliates, and social content creators
• Management of paid social boosting strategy for high-performing organic content.
• Contribution to paid social marketing activity, including asset curation and copy
• Ensuring optimum performance through routine monitoring of analytics and channel insights – providing regular reporting to the Marketing Manager

Content Creation and Campaigns:

• Custodian of the Mahlatini brand across owned marketing channels, safeguarding consistency and integrity
• Delivering content creation across marketing platforms as needed, and able to deliver in line with go-live deadlines
• Video editing and graphic design capabilities to enable delivery of in-house content creation for brand campaigns, internal comms, and wider content calendar (current tools used are Canva and Cap Cut.)
• User-generated/ team-generated content guidance and training to ensure appropriate coverage, including industry and team events, volunteer activities, and educational trips

Job Title:
Social Media & Content Specialist

Salary:
R30,000 gross basic + pension

Area:
Cape Town

Type:
Onsite

Overview

We're looking for a creative and data-driven
Social Media & Content Specialist
to shape the online voice and presence of a luxury African travel brand. You'll develop engaging content, drive community growth, and share stories that connect people to Africa through travel, conservation, and culture. This is an exciting opportunity to combine creativity and strategy while building a brand that makes a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a year-round social media strategy and content calendar aligned with brand goals.
• Create and manage high-quality written, visual, and video content across all social channels.
• Work with the marketing team to develop cohesive campaigns that inspire and inform.
• Engage with the online community, respond to messages promptly, and encourage authentic interaction.
• Track and report on performance metrics, using insights to improve engagement and conversions.
• Stay current on social trends, tools, and best practices to keep content fresh and relevant.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Digital Marketing, Marketing, or Communications.
• At least 3 years of experience in social media and digital marketing.
• Strong knowledge of Meta Suite, including Meta Ads Manager and related tools.
• Excellent communication skills, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, reliable, and passionate about digital storytelling and brand growth.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to shaping the future of African travel through positive impact.
• Work in a collaborative, creative environment that values innovation and fresh thinking.
• Enjoy 20 days of annual leave, a pension contribution, and inspiring offices in the heart of Cape Town.
• Be part of a brand that brings global travellers closer to Africa's people, wildlife, and stories.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about social media, storytelling, and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help share Africa's story with the world.

Job Title: Social Media & Content Specialist

Salary: R30,000 gross basic + pension contribution

Area: Cape Town

Type: Onsite for the first year, then Hybrid (3 days in office)

Overview

We're looking for a creative and data-driven Social Media & Content Specialist to shape the online voice and presence of a luxury African travel brand. You'll develop engaging content, drive community growth, and share stories that connect people to Africa through travel, conservation, and culture. This is an exciting opportunity to combine creativity and strategy while building a brand that makes a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a year-round social media strategy and content calendar aligned with brand goals.
• Create and manage high-quality written, visual, and video content across all social channels.
• Work with the marketing team to develop cohesive campaigns that inspire and inform.
• Engage with the online community, respond to messages promptly, and encourage authentic interaction.
• Track and report on performance metrics, using insights to improve engagement and conversions.
• Stay current on social trends, tools, and best practices to keep content fresh and relevant.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Digital Marketing, Marketing, or Communications.
• At least 3 years of experience in social media and digital marketing.
• Strong knowledge of Meta Suite, including Meta Ads Manager and related tools.
• Excellent communication skills, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, reliable, and passionate about digital storytelling and brand growth.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to shaping the future of African travel through positive impact.
• Work in a collaborative, creative environment that values innovation and fresh thinking.
• Enjoy 20 days of annual leave, a pension contribution, and inspiring offices in the heart of Cape Town.
• Be part of a brand that brings global travellers closer to Africa's people, wildlife, and stories.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about social media, storytelling, and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help share Africa's story with the world.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R25 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social Media: 3 years (Required)
• Digital marketing: 3 years (Required)
• Meta Ads Manager: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Cape Town, Western Cape (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Title:
Social Media & Operations Assistant (Part-Time, Remote)

Location : Office beacon South Africa, USA Hours (20 hours per week).

Description:

We're looking for a dynamic
Social Media & Operations Assistant
to join our growing team on a part-time, remote basis.

Our client helps founder-led and culturally relevant brands grow through smart strategy, authentic storytelling, and UGC-driven content — and we're searching for someone who's as passionate about creativity as they are about organization.

This role is perfect for a multi-talented individual who loves balancing the creative side of social media with the operational structure that keeps projects running smoothly. You'll work closely with the Founder to manage content pipelines, coordinate with creators, track analytics, and keep the business operations on point.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Uploading and scheduling content using tools like Later or Planoly
• Creating and finalizing visuals in
  Canva
  using brand templates (advanced skills required)
• Managing
  Notion
  dashboards, tasks, and client timelines
• Maintaining content and creator calendars
• Tracking performance metrics and preparing monthly reports
• Supporting influencer and UGC creator coordination
• Sharing trend updates and contributing creative ideas to keep clients ahead of the curve

What We're Looking For:

• Advanced Canva design experience (templates, resizing, brand kits)
• Fluent in Notion, Slack, Google Drive, and content scheduling tools
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and analytics
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing or supporting influencer/UGC creators is a plus

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a founder-led agency, gain hands-on experience in creative strategy and operations, and contribute directly to the success of exciting brands.

Please send a link to your portfolio showcasing your designs, branding, content, and work samples — bring lots of color, creativity, and your time to shine bright for our team

About Solar MD - LEADERS IN ENERGY STORAGE

Since 2014, Solar MD has been a global leader in energy storage solutions, providing affordable, reliable, and quality products to homes, businesses, and industries globally. With hundreds of thousands of units installed in over 50 countries, our innovative technology is building a brighter, greener future for everyone.

We are committed to developing and manufacturing high-performance energy storage solutions that maximize the potential of renewable energy sources. We are committed to delivering energy storage solutions of exceptional quality and reliability. Our in-house engineering and fabrication expertise ensures the highest standards throughout the entire process, from design and manufacturing to rigorous testing. Combined with our strengths in electrical, software, and mechanical design, and backed by exceptional after-sales technical support, we provide innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the energy storage market.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the
Social Media & Content Creator.

How role contributes to the purpose of the business

The Social Media & Content Creator drives the company's digital voice and visibility by strategically managing social media platforms. Through creative content development, active community engagement, and data-driven strategies, the role ensures that the brand reaches and resonates with its target audiences. By amplifying awareness of the company's products and values, the role directly supports customer acquisition, retention, and market leadership.

Top three outcomes of role

• Stronger Brand Presence:
  Social media channels consistently reflect a cohesive, innovative, and professional brand identity.
• Audience Growth & Engagement:
  Company's social media communities expand in followers and interaction, fostering brand loyalty and advocacy.
• Lead Generation & Campaign Support:
  Social media efforts contribute measurably to lead generation and successful marketing campaigns.

Key responsibilities

Social Media Strategy & Management

• Develops and executes platform-specific strategies that build awareness, increase reach, and strengthen the brand's positioning.
• Ensures that all activities are aligned with company goals and integrated into the broader marketing plan.

Content Creation & Publishing

• Produces and schedules high-quality, platform-appropriate content that engages audiences and communicates brand messaging clearly.
• Continuously adapts creative output to reflect new trends and maximize relevance.

Community Engagement & Brand Voice

• Actively engages with followers and online communities to foster dialogue and strengthen relationships.
• Maintains a consistent, professional, and approachable brand voice across all interactions.

Analytics & Paid Media

• Monitors performance across platforms and leverages analytics to refine content and strategy.
• Plans and manages paid campaigns to extend reach and drive conversions.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Works closely with marketing and sales teams to align social media activities with broader initiatives.
• Proactively explores and tests new formats, tools, and approaches to keep content innovative and competitive.

Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Talents Required

Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field preferred.
• Expertise in social media management tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social, or Meta Business Suite).
• Strong knowledge of platform algorithms and best practices for Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, and X.
• Experience in content creation tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and video editing software.
• Solid understanding of paid media, campaign setup, targeting, and ROI tracking.
• Familiarity with analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Meta Insights, or SEMrush.
• Excellent writing skills with ability to adapt tone for different audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple accounts and campaigns simultaneously.

Experience

• 2–3 years of proven social media management and content creation experience.
• Demonstrated success in growing social media audiences and engagement.
• Experience running paid social media campaigns with measurable ROI.

Desired Competencies

Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Skills, Customer Focus, Communication (Written & Oral), Team Player, Adaptability, Energy/Drive, Integrity, Enthusiasm.

If you meet the requirements and are excited about this opportunity, please email your CV along with all the supporting documents to
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Social Media & Influencer Outreach Specialist

START DATE: 17/09/2025 (APPROXIMATELY)

YOU MUST HAVE A LAPTOP/PC FOR THIS ROLE WITH A MINIMUM 15INCH SCREEN. THE ROLE IS 5 DAYS PER WEEK hours). Weekend work may/will be required.

You must complete the assessments to be considered for this role.

Excevo is a leading B2B technology and outsourcing service provider company based out of England providing business and technical expertise to the global online industry.

Excevo offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for high achievers looking to work and learn alongside like-minded individuals to support out clients.

This is a contractor role so your responsible for your own local taxes, we will pay you via bank transfer monthly on or before the 10th of the following month for the previous calendar months earnings.

Job Description

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Social Media Influencer Finder to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying and evaluating influencers across social platforms who align with our brand values and campaign goals. Your work will directly impact our ability to expand reach, drive engagement, and generate measurable results from influencer collaborations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify influencers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
• Build and maintain a database of qualified influencers, segmented by niche, audience size, engagement, and Territory.
• Analyze influencer profiles for authenticity quality and engagement.
• Monitor influencer activities, trends, and emerging voices in relevant markets.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Escalate any issues to the Team Leader
• Achieve agreed KPIs and Objectives
• Adhere strictly to shift schedules
• Adhere to laid down internal policies, procedures and processes Work collaboratively with the team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in influencer outreach, social media marketing, or talent scouting.
• Strong understanding of influencer marketing metrics (engagement rate, audience insights, content quality).
• Excellent research and communication skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Must be time flexible and able to work in a rotational shift system including Public holidays and weekends
• Positive attitude
• Able to work well under pressure and under minimum supervision
• A fast learner who is able to work with set targets
• Job Location: Remote (Anywhere in South Aftica)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R50,00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Laptop/PC (MINIMUM 15.6INCH SCREEN) with Internet Access?
• Are you currently employed?
• Can you source 12 influencers per hour

Experience:

• Social Media : 4 years (Required)
• Influencer Sourcing: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: Remote