Apprentice Digital Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Ibrido; ZAR 33.000 - 67.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Hybrid work model

Diverse clients exposure

Access to modern marketing tools

Competitive apprentice salary

Career growth opportunities

Creative work environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking aspiring digital marketers to join as Apprentices, offering a hybrid role that blends in-office collaboration with remote work. You will gain practical experience across SEO, SEM, social media, content creation, and email campaigns while learning from seasoned professionals on client campaigns.

This entry point suits creative and analytical individuals who are eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic industry, with opportunities for full-time employment in the

Competenze

• Completed Matric; tertiary education or related marketing qualification preferred.
• Passion for digital marketing and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and basic SEO.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Able to work independently and in a hybrid environment.
• South African citizen or permanent resident.

Mansioni

• Assist in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns across platforms.
• Manage and optimize social media profiles and content calendars.
• Support SEO initiatives with keyword research and content optimization.
• Create engaging written and visual content for websites, blogs and social media.
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and generate reports.
• Assist with paid advertising campaigns (PPC, social ads).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with design and content teams for cohesive messaging.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Participate in team meetings, both in-person and virtually.

Conoscenze

Digital marketing passion

Strong communication

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Social media proficiency

SEO basics

MS Office / Google Workspace

Formazione

Matric

Marketing / Communications qualification

Tertiary education preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital marketing agency situated in the vibrant corporate hub of Sandton , Gauteng, is looking for aspiring digital marketers to join them as Apprentices. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of online marketing, gaining practical experience across various channels. You will be involved in developing and executing digital strategies, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, content creation, and email campaigns. The position blends in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to learn from seasoned professionals and contribute to impactful client campaigns. This is an ideal entry point for creative and analytical individuals passionate about all things digital, based in or willing to travel to Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Manage and optimize social media profiles and content calendars.
• Support SEO initiatives by conducting keyword research and content optimization.
• Help create engaging written and visual content for websites, blogs, and social media.
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and generate reports.
• Assist with paid advertising campaigns (PPC, social media ads).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with design and content teams to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Participate in team meetings, both in-person and virtually.

Requirements

• Completed Matric, with a preference for tertiary education or a qualification in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• A strong passion for digital marketing and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Basic understanding of SEO principles and content marketing is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
• Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in all facets of digital marketing.
• Mentorship from experienced digital marketing professionals in Sandton .
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office-based collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge marketing tools and technologies.
• Competitive apprentice salary.
• Potential for full-time employment and career growth within the agency.
• A dynamic and creative work environment.