Marketing Trainee

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency based in Belfast is seeking a Marketing Apprentice for an entry-level position. This role offers hands-on experience in digital marketing and content creation, focusing on skills development and employability. The successful candidate will assist in tasks such as social media management, content creation, and basic design. The position includes training and mentoring, with a flexible work schedule of up to 25 hours per week. A salary of £13.50 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Basic experience using online tools, apps, or editing software.
• Willingness to learn creative, technical, and digital skills.
• Interest in video, photography, design, or content creation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with digital marketing tasks across websites and social media platforms.
• Supporting the creation of written, visual, and video content.
• Helping with scheduling and publishing of content.

Skills

Basic IT and computer skills

Interest in digital marketing

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Basic organisational skills

Familiarity with social media

Creative mindset

Tools

Editing software

Content management tools

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: EMERALD GREEN MEDIA LTDThe Marketing Apprentice role is an entry-level position designed to introduce the participant to digital marketing, content creation, and creative media in a supportive and supervised environment. The role will provide hands-on experience across social media, websites, basic design, and video content, while supporting day-to-day marketing activity. The focus of the role is learning, skills development, and employability, with responsibilities increasing gradually as confidence and competence develop.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with basic digital marketing tasks across websites and social media platforms.
• Supporting the creation of written, visual, and video content for digital platforms.
• Helping with the scheduling and publishing of content across social media and websites.
• Assisting with simple graphic design and image editing using templates and guidance.
• Supporting basic video editing and formatting for short-form digital content.
• Helping with simple campaign planning and performance tracking.
• Carrying out basic research to support marketing and content activity.
• Assisting with email marketing preparation and basic reporting.
• Learning how to use marketing, design, video, and content management tools undersupervision.
• Participating in training, mentoring, and regular feedback sessions.

Skills and Qualifications

• Basic IT and computer skills.
• Interest in digital marketing, social media, and online content.
• Willingness to learn creative, technical, and digital skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Basic organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
• Interest in video, photography, design, or content creation.
• Basic experience using online tools, apps, or editing software.
• Creative mindset and willingness to try new ideas.

Further Information

The Employer is: EMERALD GREEN MEDIA LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1757215 Job Sector Marketing Area Belfast Location Hybrid (Belfast City Centre & Home Working) Salary £13.50 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 29/01/2026 Closing date 11/03/2026 Worktime Monday - Friday, hours between 9am - 6pm.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026