Advertising & Marketing Jobs in South Africa

My Client, a leading and well known company that operates digitally has an excellent Job Opprtunity for a Digital QA.

This position is Cape Town based and is reporting to the Image QA Manager.

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To ensure all digitally received images in the workflow environment is off the best quality and adheres to image standards and specifications and is approved to the library for Retail end use.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Tertiary qualification in Adobe Photoshop / InDesign / Illustrator

· Experience: 2 3 years Experience in Photo manipulation, Advertising Industry including exposure and understanding of photography and digital enhancement.ESSENTIAL

· Experience with Retail environment

· Team player with the ability to work without supervision

· The ability to work in deadline driven and pressurised environment taking quality into account at all times

· Conduct in an honest and ethical manner

· Meticulous attention to detail

· Self motivated and energised

· Problem solver

· Excellent Communication skills

SA Citizens only

Must be Criminal Clear

Must be Cape Town based

CONTACT RELATIONSHIPS

· Retouching Department

· Photography Studio

· Brand Department

· Retail Department

· Senior Management

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

· QA of digitally received images supplied images

· Notify Traffic regarding digital images received concerns so that this can be communicated to sourcing, brand or retail

· QA within the company software using the correct workflow procedures.

· QA of images to ensure visual consistency of product images

· QA to ensure that product ranges are consistent.

· QA to ensure Brand Products are consistent.

· QA to ensure product colour is correct / accurate and consistent

· Approve or reject inprocess images by confirming specifications

· Keep a record of problem areas and concerns monitor deviations

· Liaison with regionally based teams to ensure best quality images are delivered.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

· Best quality images are made available to client and captured to library

· Ensuring quality on print and web workflow / output

· Accuracy of image output in terms of Company standards as well as client standards

· Low rejection rates

· Fast turn-around times for print deadline

Digital Marketing Manager (Generalist)

Location: Fully Remote (Candidate must be based in Cape Town)

Employment Type: Freelance, Month-to-Month Contract

Working Hours: Flexible, Approximately 40 Hours/Week

Salary Range: R35,000 - R50,000 per month

Reports To: CEO

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive, independent, and results-oriented Digital Marketing Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of marketing strategies across two unique service businesses: a theatre & film school and a boutique catering company. This freelance position offers the opportunity to work closely with the CEO while owning the full marketing function for both brands. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and be adept at switching between creative and analytical work.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement a cohesive digital marketing strategy aligned with business objectives and tailored to diverse customer personas.
• Identify and refine target audience segments, tailoring messaging and content to each.
• Maintain and manage a campaign calendar to drive consistent brand visibility and engagement.

Campaign Management

• Plan, execute, and optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital and social media platforms.
• Coordinate the creation of high-quality content, including copywriting, creative visuals, landing pages, and promotional materials.
• Conduct A/B testing and apply insights to improve campaign performance.

Analytics & Reporting

• Monitor and report on KPIs including leads, conversion rates, customer acquisition cost (CAC), and return on investment (ROI).
• Deliver regular insights and performance updates to the CEO with actionable recommendations for improvement.

Team & Collaboration

• Coordinate with internal teams and external service providers to ensure alignment and execution of marketing activities.
• Manage and allocate marketing budgets effectively to maximize results.
• Stay updated on marketing trends, tools, and best practices to keep campaigns fresh and competitive.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3 years in digital marketing, with at least 12 years in a lead or managerial role.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Tools & Tech: Proficient in digital marketing platforms such as Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO tools, CRM systems, email marketing tools, and analytics dashboards.
• Industry Experience: Prior campaign work for creative or culturally-focused organizations (e.g., arts, education, entertainment) is essential.
• Analytical Ability: Skilled at using data and insights to evaluate campaign performance and guide decision-making.
• Creativity: Demonstrated
  
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ENVIRONMENT:

A cutting-edge FinTech company seeks a passionate and people-focused Community Liaison & Evangelist to be the voice and face of its Procurement Marketplace. In this hybrid role, youll be responsible for onboarding new customers, supporting users, and growing an engaged community of buyers and suppliers who thrive on the platform. Youll work at the intersection of product, support, and marketingbuilding strong relationships with users, gathering feedback, and creating content and experiences that help users succeed and advocate for the Marketplace. Candidates will require 2-4 years work experience in Customer Success/Community Management, or Product Evangelismpreferably in B2B SaaS or Marketplace environments, be comfortable with basic troubleshooting and explaining technical concepts in a simple, clear way & experience working with CRM or support tools (e.g., HubSpot, Intercom, Zendesk. You also need to have strong public speaking English and Afrikaans are essential - training and presentation abilities.

DUTIES:

• Onboard new users (enterprise buyers and suppliers) and guide them through the first steps of using the Marketplace.
• Deliver product walkthroughs, webinars, training sessions, and customized onboarding support.
• Act as the first point of contact for users, providing timely and helpful responses to questions and issues.
• Build strong relationships with key users to foster loyalty, trust, and feedback loops.
• Champion the voice of the user internallygather insights, identify pain points, and collaborate with product and engineering to improve the user experience.
• Create and manage community engagement efforts (e.g., newsletters, events, forums, webinars).
• Produce and distribute educational content, FAQs, help guides, and product tips to support user success.
• Represent the platform at events, trade shows, and industry webinars as needed.
• Monitor user activity and engagement metrics to drive improvements in onboarding and retention.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 24 Years of experience in Customer Success, Community Management, or Product Evangelismpreferably in B2B SaaS or Marketplace environments.
• Excellent communication English and Afrikaans are essential.
• Interpersonal skills; you''re a natural relationship-builder.
• Strong public speaking, training, and presentation abilities.
• Comfortable with basic troubleshooting and explaining technical concepts in a simple, clear way.
• Highly organized with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience working with CRM or support tools (e.g., HubSpot, Intercom, Zendesk).
• Familiarity with Procurement, B2B transactions, or Marketplace dynamics is a big plus.

Advantageous

• Experience in the A
  
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Requirements:

• Degree/Hons plus post grad qualification ideal
• 5 years Automotive OEM experience
• 7-10 years post qualification experience
• 3-5 years a Product Planning environment
• 2-3 years as Product Manager or Marketing Manager
• Engineering, R&D, Technical environment exposure beneficial
• Market understanding, Economics beneficial
• Research methodologies, analytics and experience
• Management of multiple projects
• Working knowledge of automotive products, systems and specifications
• Strong knowledge and understanding of automotive industry
• Understanding of Accessory Development and Product Marketing
• A high degree of marketing know-how
• General business acumen, markets, global environment
• Knowledge on research tools and applications, analytics
• Advanced Microsoft Application

Key Responsibilities:
Product Planning & management; New Model Launch Planning, Project Management and Introduction; Research; Analytics; Product Training; Product Development; Marketing Management.

How to apply:

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My client is a world class retailer in the tourism industry seeking a Marketing / PR Executive to be responsible for public relations, customer liaison, network marketing, etc. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, initiative, be creative and be proactive with pr / marketing experience. Key responsibilities would include greeting foreign tourists, in-house diamond educational talks, admin and assisting on the sales floor.

In order to be considered, you need to meet the following requirements:

• Proven experience in marketing luxury goods (preference will be given to jewellery industry)
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and social media platforms
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in marketing software and tools
• Linguistic requirement: English and Afrikaans (Mandarin advantageous)
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

You will be required to perform the following duties:

• Conduct market research to identify trends and target customer demographics
• Develop and implement digital marketing campaigns
• Manage social media account and create engaging content
• Collaborate with the sales team to align marketing strategies with sales goals
• Analyse marketing data and generate performance reports
• Co-ordinate with designers for promotional material
• Plan and execute events and exhibitions
• Monitor and evaluate competitor activities

Additional Information:

• Work Environment: Extensive travel for industry events and client meetings
• Reporting Structure: Reports directly to General Manager
• Salary: Market related
• Location: Cape Town CBD
• Employment Type: Full time / Permanent
• Working Hours: 08:30 - 17:00 (Mon – Fri) / 1 Saturday every 3 weeks
• Preference will be given to female applicants

Forward a detailed CV immediately so as to ensure you don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity!

Should you not hear from us within 10 working days, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful. We will keep your details for future placements – unless you advise that you wish for us to discard your details.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric Certificate.
• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Production Management, or a related field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is essential.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Production Coordinator role within the out-of-home advertising industry or a similar field.
• Proven experience managing complex production schedules and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of both digital and print production processes, including technical specifications and best practices is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage client expectations and liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• The ideal candidate will have contact centre experience, even though the environment is not a contact centre.

Roles and Responsibilities
Client Liaison & Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all production-related inquiries.
• Manage and communicate production schedules, ensuring clients are informed and that their expectations are consistently met.
• Coordinate with suppliers on behalf of clients to handle artwork submissions, approvals, and revisions.
• Quickly address and resolve any production-related challenges to ensure client satisfaction.

Artwork & Printing Management

• Evaluate client artwork submissions to ensure they meet the necessary printing specifications.
• Coordinate the creation and approval process for JPEGs, ensuring clients review and sign off on them.
• Supervise the distribution of artwork across various printing jobs, keeping detailed records in the Codesphere system.
• Handle all printing orders, including both rotational and non-rotational jobs.
• Ensure printed materials are delivered on time by coordinating with courier services and managing logistics.
• Work with outsourced printers to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during printing and delivery.

Production Planning & Development

• Collaborate with creative agencies to develop and fine-tune campaign artwork requirements.
• Offer expert advice on production capabilities and constraints, ensuring alignment with supplier capabilities.
• Calculate costs and prepare comprehensive budgets for all production-related elements of a campaign, including any innovations.
• Work closely with the sales team to develop markups and quotations, finalizing proposals.
• Ensure that all production elements are executed within the agreed budget and timeline.

Digital Production Management

• Oversee the digital production process, including the receipt, testing, and uploading of digital artwork.
  
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