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Based on 179 client reviews
Muneiwa M.

Vuwani, South Africa

$8/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Social Media moves fast and your brand deserves a manager who moves faster. If you’re looking for someone to just schedule posts and disappear, I’m not the right fit. I work with brands that want content with direction, structure, and purpose. The kind of content that not only looks good, but builds trust, strengthens brand identity, and keeps your audience engaged. Here’s how I can support your brand: • Create high-performing reels, carousels, and branded Canva content • Plan strategic monthly content calendars aligned with your business goals • Write captions that feel human, engaging, and true to your brand voice • Manage community engagement and audience interaction professionally • Identify content gaps and optimise your social presence for organic growth • Track analytics and refine content based on performance insights • Build a cohesive online presence that strengthens brand identity and audience trust Clients know me for delivering quality work ahead of schedule, bringing fresh creative perspective, and communicating clearly throughout every project. My work is thoughtful, brand-aligned, and designed to make your content feel intentional and not random. If your brand is ready for content that actually connects, converts, and reflects the quality of your business, then we’ll work well together. Sound like a fit? Reach out and tell me more about your brand, and let’s discuss how we can build a social presence your audience remembers and your competitors can’t ignore.

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing Plan
  • Social Media Optimization
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Marketing Strategy
  • TikTok
  • Instagram
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Community Management
Taryn H.

Cape Town, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Social Media Strategist & Manager | Beauty, Wellness & Female-Led Brands Most brands don't have a content problem. They have a strategy problem. Posting consistently is not the same as posting with purpose. I build social media strategies from the ground up for beauty, wellness, and female-led businesses. Every content pillar, every caption, every post has a specific job to do. That's what separates a feed that looks nice from one that actually grows a business. I bring a four-year background in psychology to my work, which directly shapes how I write for clients in women's wellness, mental health, and coaching. Word choice and tone aren't aesthetic decisions for these audiences, they're trust decisions, and I take both seriously. Before a single post goes live, I spend two weeks in discovery and strategy, learning your business, your audience, your voice, and your goals. What comes after that is intentional, tailored, and built to convert. Here's what that looks like in practice: - A US-based skincare startup came to me at launch with no audience and no content history. I built their pre-launch teaser strategy, launch content, and now manage their ongoing presence across Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts. From zero followers in February to a growing organic community by May. - A dormant local account at 4 monthly views grew to 5,800 in month one, all organic, no ads. Two feed posts per week. - A fine artist's account went from 6 interactions per month to 1,200 within three months. Monthly views climbed from 2,000 to over 30,000 in the same period. - A US-based ADHD and women's wellness coach generated over 7,000 organic views in our first month working together, with educational carousels earning meaningful shares from her audience. These results come from strategy, not luck. What I offer: - Full social media strategy and management, cross-platform content planning across Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts, brand voice development, launch strategies, monthly content calendars, community management, and performance reporting. I work with brands and founders who care about how they show up online. If you've built something you're proud of and want a strategic partner to help it find its audience, I'd love to talk. Based in Cape Town, working remotely with clients in the US, UK, and beyond. Communication and turnaround stay tight regardless of time zone.

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Optimization
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Social Media Audit
  • Brand Strategy
  • Beauty
  • Wellness
  • Mental Health
  • Skin Care
  • Pinterest
  • Female
  • Psychology
  • UGC
Anele D.

Estcourt, South Africa

$5/hr
5.0
2 jobs

POSTING MORE ISN'T THE SOLUTION BUT POSTING BETTER IS. I believe that building a brand is all about meeting your audience where they are. By identifying what actually speaks to them, what needs do they need fulfilled from your product/service, how does it change their lives and NOT what your product is. I help brands use social media resourcefully by giving their audience answers to their everyday struggles. Here's what I handle: ✅ Social media platforms management (Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkdIn) ✅ Content strategy ✅Content planning & monthly content calendar ✅Reels, carousels, static posts & short-form content ✅Captions & hashtag strategy ✅Audience engagement ✅Clear monthly performance reporting 📈The ultimate goal is to communicate the outcome, the transformation, and the feeling about YOUR BRAND because that's where engagement and conversions happen!

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Social Media Replies
  • Social Media Graphic
Lawrenzo S.

Saldanha, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Clean design. Consistent execution. Brand-focused content. I help businesses turn ideas and copy into polished, platform-ready social media assets using Canva and structured content systems. Most of my work involves: • Designing scroll-ready Instagram carousels and posts • Refining existing templates into cohesive brand visuals • Adapting assets across multiple formats • Maintaining layout consistency, spacing, and hierarchy • Delivering organised, ready-to-publish files I work comfortably within brand guidelines and creative direction, and I’m firm at enhancing pre-built content into something that feels intentional and elevated. I value clarity, speed, and clean execution. If you need a reliable designer who can handle volume without sacrificing quality, let’s connect.

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Brand Identity
  • Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Brand Strategy
  • Branding
  • Digital Marketing
  • Canva
  • Graphic Design
  • Content Creation
Chanelle W.

Bloemfontein, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Tired of not knowing what to post? Don’t have the time to manage your socials while building a business? Is your content not doing anything for your brand? Then your are on the right profile😉 Hi, I’m Chanélle, your go-to Social Media Manager. Let me take the stress of social media of your shoulders & do what I do best for your brand. I work with new and established businesses to help them optimise & grow their online presence. I do this through STRATEGIC content planning and close performance tracking. I believe every post should have a purpose not just fill your feed, building a trustworthy & structured online presence is essential for any business. People check your socials & this can make or break the level of trust they have in your business. Let’s make sure that when people check, they stay 😉 I offer the full package from tailored-made strategies for your brand & goals to content calendars, editing of content, posting, content guidance, engagement strategy, community management & performance tracking. I am extremely dedicated to delivering exceptional quality work, strong communication, and long-term value. My goal is not quick gigs — it’s building ongoing partnerships. So, what makes me different than the other 32 profiles you viewed? I combine creativity with organization. You get both aesthetic and strategy. I am highly reliable, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented. I am not your typical corporate/agency style SMM, I believe in authenticity and ‘humanness’ And also, I didn’t use AI to write this😉 If you’re looking for someone whose invested in your brand, with a creative mind and a serious strategy, let’s get started. Excited to work with you. Chanélle | The Creative Edit

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Content
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing Strategy
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Brand Strategy
  • Social Media Engagement
  • Content Creation
  • Content Marketing
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Social Media Design
  • Marketing
Kayla M.

Cape Town, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi! with my experience in customer service, admin support, content creation, and digital communication. I help your business stay organized by handling: • Email & calendar management • Customer support • Social media assistance • Content writing & captions • Data entry & research • Canva design • Scheduling and organization I excel in administrative support and customer service, bringing four years of diverse experience to every project. My background includes roles as an administrative assistant for digital agencies where I honed my attention to detail while managing tight deadlines. My experience in the fast-paced environment of customer service taught me the importance of communication and teamwork. As a school prefect, I developed leadership skills and learned to be both approachable and reliable. I am adept at multitasking and thrive in dynamic settings, ensuring that every task is completed efficiently. If you need a dedicated administrative professional who can streamline your operations and enhance customer satisfaction, let's connect and discuss how I can contribute to your success.

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Content
  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Marketing
  • Outbound Sales
  • PR Team Hiring
  • UGC
  • Content Research
  • Content Creation
  • Ad Copy
  • Sales
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  • Virtual Assistance
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