Marketing & Graphic Design Apprentice

We are looking for a Marketing Assistant with experience of using social media channels and some graphic design skills to join our well-established business.

If you can easily commute to Southampton SO15 area and have ambition to develop a great career in marketing, then apply for this fantastic role detailed below.

Job Duties

Digital Marketing Support:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute digital marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Assist in creating engaging content for websites, social media channels, email newsletters, and other digital channels.
• Monitor digital marketing engagement to optimise campaigns and identify areas for improvement.
• Co-ordinate photography and videography across all divisions, including scheduling and using company camera to shoot footage.

Social Media Management:

• Manage and maintain social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling posts, and engaging with followers.
• Monitor social media trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for brand promotion and audience engagement.

Graphic Design:

• Utilise graphic design software to create visually appealing assets for online and offline marketing materials, including banners, social media posts, and promotional materials.
• Ensure brand consistency across all design elements and marketing collateral.

Event Coordination:

• Assist in planning, organising, and executing marketing events, including trade shows, conferences, and product launches.
• Coordinate booth setup, signage, promotional materials, and vendor coordination.
• Provide on-site support during events.

Administration

• Support the Head of Marketing with general administrative tasks within the marketing department and across other departments within the business as and when required.
• Updating contacts on various digital platforms.
• Sorting and cleansing data.
• Preparing presentation slides and taking notes during meetings.

Requirements

The successful candidate for the Marketing Assistant (Apprenticeship) role is someone who:

• Has a keen interest in digital marketing and is familiar with online platforms and channels.
• Has an eye for graphic design and is creative.
• Has experience of using social media for personal use or business purposes, including content creation and community management.
• Has experience of using Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Is confident and can help organise events and assist with logistics and planning effectively.
• Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritise deadlines effectively.
• Task-driven mindset and is able to problem-solve and a willingness to take initiative.
• A good team player and is able to work effectively in a busy department and office environment.

This is an apprenticeship position.

Hours

Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm (37.5 hours/week)

Qualification

Level 3 Multi Channel Marketer Apprenticeship (approx. 18 months to complete)

Pay

You will be paid at the rate of £7.55/hour (apprenticeship min wage is currently £6.40/hour) for the first 12 months of your apprenticeship after which your wage will rise in line with at least NMW.

Job Types

Full-time, Apprenticeship

Expected hours

37.5 per week

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s)

• How long is your commute to Southampton SO15?

Experience

• Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
• Marketing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• UK Driving Licence & Access to a Car (preferred)

Work Location

In person