Content Writer - Contract

Our client a Global Tech firm is seeking a Content Writer to join their team in Sandton on a contract basis. Our client offers stability, excellent working environment, growth and an attractive salary.

As a Content Writer, you'll be responsible for writing and maintaining our website's content. You will work closely with the SEO team to ensure that all of our pages are written in a way that is both user-friendly and SEO friendly. Your primary responsibilities will include: · Researching new topics and articles on various subject areas such as marketing, finance, or technology · Writing unique blog posts, news articles or other content pieces from scratch (i.e., not copy/pasting from existing websites) · Regularly researching current trends in your industry to identify opportunities for future growth within your role or the company as a whole

Requirements

• Creates engaging content for search engine optimization and social media advertisements
• Determines the best content marketing methods to be used for a particular need.
• Collaborates with writers, copywriters, and SEO managers to create successful campaigns that generate high rankings and more organic traffic.
• Updates the site regularly by creating new articles and stories to keep the client's site fresh and up-to-date.
• Effectively performs keyword research and analysis on keywords to improve search results.
• Leads the creation of digital marketing strategies for company advertising needs.
• Acts as internal subject matter expert for global marketing campaigns and the development of new marketing channels.

Qualifications

• Experience in the following disciplines: writing articles for print and online publications; copy editing and proofreading.
• Experience in writing long-form content for both print and online publications is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field required
• Experience writing content for websites and/or social media platforms preferred.