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Thandeka M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs

If you’re a Content Creator, YouTuber, Podcaster, Vlogger, or Educator looking for a reliable Video Editor to turn your raw footage into clean, engaging content, I’d love to work with you and help bring your videos to life. I can help you with: ✔ Long form content for YouTube videos, Podcasts or Lessons ✔ Short-form content for TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts ✔ Vlogs and Lifestyle content ✔ Educational videos or online lessons ✔ Talking-head videos ✔ Repurposing long-form videos into short clips ✔ Clean cuts and pacing ✔ Captions, subtitles and text overlays ✔ Background music and sound effects ✔ Visual elements, Transitions and Effects My editing style is: • Clean and natural • Engaging without being over-edited • Focused on good pacing and storytelling • Designed to keep the creator and their content at the centre Whether you’re recording a Podcast, filming a YouTube or TikTok video, teaching a lesson, or documenting your life through Vlogs, I can help turn your raw footage into polished content that feels natural and keeps viewers engaged.

  • Social Media Content
  • TikTok Video
  • Instagram Reels
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Video Editing
  • CapCut
  • Canva
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Motion Graphics
  • Subtitling
  • Caption
  • Color Correction
  • Audio Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Short Video
  • Social Media Engagement
  • LinkedIn
Valentine N.

Cape Town, South Africa

$6/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I’m here to make your workday easier. With a strong background in administrative support, I bring reliability, professionalism, and a proactive approach to every task I handle. I specialize in managing emails, scheduling appointments, data entry, internet research, customer support, and social media assistance. I am comfortable working with tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and project management platforms, ensuring seamless communication and workflow management. My goal is to make your day easier by doing the tasks that take up too much of your time, and doing them right. I always make sure to communicate clearly, meet my deadlines, and keep your information private. Whether you need help every day or just with a one time project, I am here to keep you on track. Let’s work together to keep your business running smoothly.

  • Customer Care
  • Customer Support
  • Customer Retention
  • Customer Service
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Personal Administration
  • ClickUp
  • Zoho CRM
  • Google Calendar
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
Megan Simone M.

Gqeberha, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Managing your business’s social media can feel like a full-time job - and that’s exactly why I’m here. I’m a social media manager and strategist with a background in graphic design and visual arts, helping businesses create an online presence that’s not only beautiful and cohesive but also works to grow your brand. Having run my own business, I understand how overwhelming it can be to juggle everything, so I take care of your social media thoughtfully and strategically, turning viewers into paying clients while you focus on what you do best. Whether you need someone to manage your accounts or build your strategy from the ground up, I’m your girl. Here’s how I can help your business: -Craft tailor-made social media strategies that align with your brand and goals -Design aesthetic, cohesive feeds that reflect your brand identity -Identify what content works and optimize for engagement and conversions -Research your target audience and hashtags to reach the right people -Create content that resonates and turns viewers into paying clients Let’s work together to make your social media not just look amazing, but truly drive results for your business.

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Content Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Copywriting
  • Video Editing
Kirsty P.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Running a business takes a lot of time and effort, so allow me to take your socials off your hands while you focus on building a brand that people genuinely want to work with or buy from! I am a Social Media Manager who handles everything from creating your posts and videos to scheduling and managing the accounts after each post. I believe that a good brand strategy always come before any posting. To grow your socials effectively, I focus on target audience research, competitor analysis, and KPIs to understand how to position your brand in the most unique and authentic way. Understanding a brand’s goals and voice is vital in ensuring a unique and authentic presence on social media. People want to connect with a brand on social media. They want to feel part of the service and understand the need for a product. As your social media manager, I want to help your brand connect with potential clients to build trust and authenticity. I don’t just “post” for the sake of posting, I focus on creating content your audience can relate to and trust, while building your brand presence in a way that feels genuine and intentional. My skills include: • Social media strategy development • Content planning and content calendars • Content creation (Reels, carousels, and static posts) • Canva graphic design • Long and short-form video editing • Audience research and competitor analysis • Engagement strategies to build community and increase interaction • Analytics reporting My training and experience in Social Media Management have enabled me to develop an efficient system when handling clients. As my potential client, you won’t have to worry about anything. My systems and communication have been built to ensure you are informed from the beginning to the end of the project, while also allowing room for your feedback and collaboration. I am passionate about helping brands display their brand in the most authentic and creative ways. As a business owner, you have worked extremely hard on your brand, and it’s important that your social media reflects that. If you are looking for a social media manager to handle your socials in a consistent, organised, and thoughtful way, I would love to work with you!

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Canva
  • Content Creation
  • Content Audit
  • Content Planning
  • Graphic Design
Alicia-Ann K.

Pretoria, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Content, hashtags, trends, engagement, analytics… social media can quickly become overwhelming, especially when you’re already busy running a business. That’s where I come in. I’m passionate about helping brands grow online and creating content that not only looks good, but genuinely connects with people. I love turning ideas into engaging content and helping brands build an authentic online presence through strategic, organic social media marketing. I stay up to date with the latest trends and platform changes so your content stays fresh, relevant, and engaging. Before becoming a Social Media Manager, I completed a degree in Psychology and Physiology, which gave me a deeper understanding of human behavior and how people think. This has become one of my biggest strengths in marketing because it allows me to create content with intention, content that captures attention, keeps audiences engaged, and builds real connection with your brand. You shouldn’t have to stress about algorithms, hashtags, or what to post next. My goal is to make social media feel easy and effective for you while helping your brand grow in a way that feels authentic. My services include: • Personalized social media strategies • Content creation & copywriting • Community management & audience engagement • Hashtag & target audience research • Trend-focused content planning • Monthly analytics & performance reports • Creating cohesive and visually appealing feeds Whether you need full social media management or support with your content strategy, I’d love to help bring your brand to life online.

  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Community Engagement
James P.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
31 jobs

Your company's online presence has never been more important than it is today. I stay on top of the ever-changing digital marketing landscape to make sure your business is using the most current and effective methods to attract and engage your target customers. I do not have a one size fits all approach. There are numerous platforms available in the social media world and what works best for one business may not necessarily work for another. That is why I take the time to learn what is unique about my clients' business in order to determine the optimal social media programme to maximise revenues.

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Instagram
  • Canva
  • CapCut
  • Social Media Design
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Social Media Imagery
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Ad Creative
  • Advertising Design
  • Static Banner Ad Design
  • Banner Ad Design
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Performance Marketing
  • Digital Advertising

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