Marketing Apprentice

Exeter College ApprenticeshipsOriginal Style; Exeter; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tile manufacturer in Exeter is looking for a proactive Marketing Assistant Apprentice to support their marketing team. The role involves planning campaigns, assisting in product launches, and developing marketing content. Basic design skills and enthusiasm for multi-channel marketing are appreciated. Successful candidates will have the chance to secure a full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of photo editing and design tools is a plus.
• Interest in multi-channel marketing required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns.
• Help source and manage props for photography.
• Serve as point of contact for dealer queries.
• Support email marketing and performance reporting.
• Assist in product launch activities.
• Manage invoices and maintain marketing records.
• Manage website content and digital assets.
• Coordinate print collateral and promotional materials.
• Assist in writing marketing copy and development of creative materials.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Basic photo editing knowledge

Enthusiasm

Proactivity

Willingness to learn

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Canva

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant Apprentice to join our team. The successful candidate will support the wider Marketing team across a variety of channels and projects, gaining hands-on experience in both digital and traditional marketing.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Campaign Coordination

• Assist in the planning, execution, and tracking of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
• Coordinate timelines, liaise with internal teams, and ensure campaigns are delivered on schedule.

Photography & Creative Support

• Help source and manage props and assets for photography sessions.
• Support basic photo editing and image preparation for digital and print use.
• Assist with retail vignette design and other visual merchandising projects.

Dealer & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as a point of contact for dealer queries and communications.
• Support the distribution of marketing materials and updates to dealers.

Email Marketing Support

• Help prepare, schedule, and monitor email campaigns.
• Support segmentation, content creation, and performance reporting.

Product Launch Assistance

• Support the marketing team in the launch of new products, including coordinating launch materials and collateral.
• Assist with internal and external communications for product launches.

Administrative Support

• Manage invoices, purchase orders, and absence registers.
• Maintain accurate records of marketing activities and materials.

Digital & Web Support

• Help maintain website content and ensure information is up-to-date.
• Organise and manage digital assets, including image filing and content libraries.
• Support content management on platforms like Press Loft.
• Assist with PPC campaigns and digital advertising as required.

Print & Exhibition Support

• Coordinate the ordering of print collateral and promotional materials.
• Support exhibition and event planning, including logistics and on-site preparation where required.

Content Creation & Copywriting

• Assist with writing marketing copy for emails, social media, product descriptions, and other communications.
• Support the development of creative materials for campaigns.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Endorse and promote a positive and conscious health and safety culture within the Company. Ensure always take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety, quality and human resource policies and procedures of Original Style.

These are the main functions of the job but the incumbent may be required to carry out other duties as may be reasonably required to meet the demands of the business.

About the employer: Original Style has celebrated over 30 years as a successful tile manufacturer, importer and distributor and is a leading global tile supplier with a strong presence in 48 countries worldwide.

Requirements and Prospects:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of photo editing and design tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, Canva) is a plus.
• Interest in multi-channel marketing and willingness to support a variety of marketing tasks.
• Enthusiastic.
• Proactive.
• Willing to learn.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, we'd hope to offer the candidate a full-time position with Original Style.

Training Provided: You will attend Exeter College one day a week (during term time) working towards the Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer apprenticeship.