# CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Marketing Assistant Vacancy at Jonathan Ball Publishers! 📚✨

Are you passionate about books, creative marketing, and digital trends? A incredible career opportunity has just opened up at **Jonathan Ball Publishers** (a division of **Media24**)! They are seeking an energetic and organized **Marketing Assistant** to join their team in **Johannesburg – Denver**.

If you are eager to learn, love bringing ideas to life, and want to build a career in the publishing industry, this opportunity is for you!

## 📌 Job Overview

 * **Role Title:** Marketing Assistant

 * **Company/Division:** Jonathan Ball Publishers (Media24)

 * **Location:** Johannesburg – Denver, Gauteng

 * **Position Type:** Permanent

 * **Reports To:** Marketing Manager

## 🎯 Key Responsibilities

 * Support the execution of marketing campaigns for new book releases, key titles, and promotions.

 * Assist with retailer promotions, competitions, displays, and digital campaigns.

 * Help coordinate influencer campaigns and engage with book community networks.

 * Source visual assets (book covers, author images, lifestyle imagery) for marketing materials.

 * Package and coordinate distribution of books, review copies, influencer mailers, and competition prizes.

 * Assist with social media content, newsletters, and monthly marketing reports.

 * Process invoices, couriers, and general marketing administration.

## 💡 Skills & Requirements

 * **Education:** Relevant qualification in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

 * **Skills:** Excellent organizational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

 * **Tech Capabilities:** Proficient in Microsoft Office (Canva experience is a great bonus!).

 * **Digital Knowledge:** Good understanding of social media channels and digital marketing.

 * **Attributes:** Creative, proactive, and passionate about books, publishing, and consumer trends.

 * **Flexibility:** Willingness to assist at occasional after-hours events.

## 📅 Closing Date & Application Details

 * **Posted Date:** 01 September 2026

 * **Closing Date:** **Friday, 04 September 2026**

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