🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R18,500 – R18,500 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

* Show notes —2–3 paragraphs that clearly communicate what listeners will learn
* Multiple title options —We test these against performance data, so volume and variety matter
* Timestamped YouTube chapters
* YouTube descriptions —Optimized for search and discoverability
* Thumbnail concept briefs —Written direction for our design team (hook, text overlay ideas, visual concept)
* Internal links —Woven naturally throughout show notes and descriptions as part of a basic SEO strategy
* 3+ years in professional copywriting, content strategy, or equivalent experience
* Strong copywriting instincts, especially for headlines and titles
* A sharp eye for brand voice consistency—you'll be writing across multiple shows and the voice needs to stay tight
* Working knowledge of SEO—keyword research, when to use them, and when not to force them
* Familiarity with what makes a title clickable without being bait-y—we hold a high bar here
* Understanding of niche real estate and finance audiences
* Meticulous attention to detail—error-free copy is non-negotiable
* Ability to deliver clean, polished work independently without heavy back-and-forth
* Experience with YouTube title or thumbnail A/B testing
* Data or examples showing YouTube or podcast growth you've contributed to
* Background in real estate, investing, or personal finance content

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R18,500/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →