Marketing Assistant Opportunity at Media24 Johannesburg

Media24 is looking for an organised, creative and proactive Marketing Assistant to join the Jonathan Ball Publishers team in Johannesburg. This permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who has a genuine interest in books, publishing, marketing and consumer trends and enjoys turning campaign ideas into practical marketing activities. The successful candidate will support marketing campaigns across retail, digital platforms, events and reader communities while assisting the Marketing Manager and wider team with daily coordination and administration. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy managing multiple projects and want to develop your career in publishing, this could be an excellent opportunity.

The Marketing Assistant will contribute to the planning and execution of campaigns for new book releases, key titles and promotional activities. The role combines creative work with administration, coordination and stakeholder support, requiring someone who can stay organised while managing different deadlines. You will assist with retailer promotions, influencer campaigns, digital marketing, visual assets, book distribution and reporting. Occasional after-hours event support will also be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of marketing campaigns for new book releases, key titles and promotions.
• Assist with retailer promotions, competitions and in-store displays.
• Support digital marketing campaigns across relevant platforms.
• Assist with coordinating influencer and book community campaigns.
• Help source book covers, author photographs, lifestyle images and other visual assets.
• Gather and organise marketing materials required for campaigns.
• Package and coordinate the distribution of books, review copies and influencer mailers.
• Coordinate competition prizes and related campaign materials.
• Assist with newsletters, social media content and digital competitions.
• Support the Marketing Manager with campaign administration and coordination.
• Assist with preparing monthly marketing reports.
• Process marketing-related invoices and administrative documentation.
• Coordinate courier requirements for books and marketing materials.
• Maintain organised records relating to campaigns and marketing activities.
• Provide general administrative support to the Marketing Manager and wider Marketing team.
• Assist with events and promotional activities when required.
• Support marketing projects from planning through to execution.
• Help ensure campaign tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines.

Requirements and Skills

• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Canva experience will be advantageous.
• Understanding of social media and digital marketing.
• Creative approach to marketing activities.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Genuine interest in books and publishing.
• Interest in consumer trends and marketing.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate tasks and manage administrative responsibilities.
• Willingness to assist at occasional after-hours events.
• Professional and reliable approach to work.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable balancing creative marketing tasks with detailed administration. Strong organisational ability will be important because the role involves coordinating campaign materials, invoices, couriers, digital activities and event requirements. You should also be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders while ensuring that deadlines are met. A genuine interest in books and publishing can help you understand the audience and contribute ideas that are relevant to readers and consumers.

The Marketing Assistant position offers an opportunity to gain broad practical experience within the publishing industry. You will gain exposure to retail marketing, digital campaigns, influencer engagement, book communities, competitions, events and promotional activities. The role also provides experience in marketing administration, reporting and campaign coordination. This combination of creative and operational responsibilities can help you develop a strong foundation for a longer-term marketing career.

The position is based within Jonathan Ball Publishers in Denver, Johannesburg, and reports to the Marketing Manager. The role is classified within the Marketing job family and offers permanent employment. Candidates who are proactive, creative and able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy can make a strong contribution to the team.

The closing date for applications is 4 September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. Applicants who have not received a response within two weeks of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. Media24 reserves the right not to fill the position if a suitable candidate is not found. Given its employment equity guidelines, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Apply here: https://media24.simplify.hr/vacancy/k0eufb