Email Coder - Cape Town at Truworths

Job Description    

• Truworths has an exciting opportunity for an Email Coder in our Marketing department. The Email Coder is responsible for coding, building/developing and testing email communications.

This role will be based at our Truworths Head Office in Cape Town.
Key Responsibilities    

• Utilize HTML and CSS to code marketing emails;
• Set up and test complex email campaigns with dynamic content in the email software platform used by the business;
• Apply the best practices in email development, email compliance regulations, and accessibility;
• Perform QA on all coded emails;
• Ensure identical rendering across browsers, ESPs, and devices;
• Troubleshoot HTML, CSS, and other performance issues;
• Proactively work with teammates to improve processes and work methods for greater efficiency;
• Perform coding and database maintenance tasks as required.

Qualifications and Experience    

• Relevant tertiary qualification;
• Relevant email development work experience, using html and css to code emails from scratch;
• Experience working in one or more email tools to set up email templates;
• Experience setting up dynamic content rules in email software.

Competencies    

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of HTML/CSS;
• Proficient in responsive email design and front-end development;
• Familiarity with email marketing and marketing automation technology;
• A/B testing experience;
• Knowledge of Google Analytics;
• Experience with testing tools to ensure proper rendering across devices;
• Works well under pressure;
• Flexible;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Good communication skills;
• Team player.