The Client
An Australian e-commerce brand needed to strengthen its social media presence but was faced with the high costs of hiring a Social Media Manager locally. Employmate provided a solution by connecting the brand with a skilled Social Media Manager from South Africa. This hire led to increased engagement and significant cost savings.
The Challenge
To enhance its social media presence, the brand needed a Social Media Manager who could:
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Reduce Costs: Hiring a Social Media Manager locally in Australia typically costs between AUD 70,000 and AUD 85,000 per year, so the brand sought a more cost-effective solution.
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Leverage Social Media Expertise: The role required a professional experienced in managing social media platforms, creating compelling content, and effectively engaging with audiences.
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Stay Within Budget: The brand aimed to improve its social media presence while adhering to budget constraints, necessitating a solution that balanced expertise with affordability.
The Solution
Employmate offered the brand access to a pool of qualified Social Media Managers in South Africa. The advantages included:
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Cost Savings: The brand hired a Social Media Manager for 82% cost savings per month, a substantial cost savings compared to local hires without compromising quality.
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Experienced Talent: The South African specialist had extensive experience in social media management, making them an ideal fit for the brand.
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Time Zone Alignment: The compatible time zones enabled smooth communication and allowed for real-time management of social media accounts, ensuring timely responses and updates.
The Social Media Manager was quickly integrated into the brand’s team, leading to immediate improvements in social media engagement.
The Results
The decision to hire through Employmate brought several key benefits:
- Cost Savings: The brand saved approximately 82% per year on social media management staffing costs.
- Increased Engagement: The specialist’s efforts led to higher levels of engagement and follower growth on social media platforms.
- Scalable Growth: The cost-effective hire allowed the brand to allocate more resources to marketing and content creation, supporting overall growth.
For any e-commerce brands and businesses encountering similar obstacles, Employmate provides a reliable solution for scaling operations smoothly while maintaining high-quality standards.
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