Commencing soonest, Jenman African Safaris, requires a qualified and experienced Web-Editor to manage the company’s various websites, reporting directly to the Marketing Manager, and based in Kenilworth, Cape Town.
Our Web Editor will be responsible for daily maintenance of our websites ensuring they are jam packed with up to date travel specials, product information, news and events.
Key Performance Areas:
• Daily maintenance and updating of the website, to constantly grow the JAS online community by increasing traffic to all areas of the websites.
• To manage, research, write for, and edit various articles for the various websites and other publications that JAS produces
• Sub-edit and proof all editorial, online and promotional copy from rough drafts to final deadlines (including correcting factual and grammatical errors, accurately inputting requested changes)
• Write creative captions headlines, blurbs and contents as required
• Where necessary, rewrite copy to fit the Jenman style and tone
• Source pictures and write copy for updates on websites
• Search Engine Optimized writing
• Research
• Adding copy to in-house CMS (Content Management System) after training
• Monitoring & coordination of information sourcing
• Liaising with marketing manager on targets
Characteristics
• High level of organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• An ability to focus meticulous attention to detail
• A sensitivity to tone and nuance
• Ability to work under pressure, still prioritizing accuracy
Requirements:
• Own transport
• Excellent communication skills and a strong command of the English language (written & verbal)
• Proficient personal computer skills.
• Experience in a similar position
• A degree in Marketing, PR, Communications, Journalism, Travel/Tourism or related field
• Contactable references are required.
Email detailed CV, motivational letter and salary requirements to hr@jenmansafaris.com
Closing date for all applications is: 30 May 2008
If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position.