Apprentice Digital Marketing Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Mentorship program

Stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking ambitious individuals to join as Apprentice Digital Marketing Specialists in a fully remote setting. You will receive hands-on training in online marketing, social media, content creation, and SEO, working on real campaigns and mentorship from industry experts.

This apprenticeship enables you to build a portfolio, gain practical skills, and potentially progress to a full-time Digital Marketing Specialist role after completion, all while working from home and contributing

Qualifications

• Interest in digital marketing and online advertising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Grade 12 certificate required; tertiary studies a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and executing digital marketing campaigns across platforms.
• Learn and apply SEO best practices to improve website visibility.
• Contribute to content creation for blogs, social posts, and website copy.
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools.
• Support management of social channels and audience engagement.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify opportunities.

Skills

Digital marketing

Communication skills

Remote work readiness

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

SEO basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking ambitious individuals to join their team as Apprentice Digital Marketing Specialists , fully remote. This apprenticeship is tailored for those passionate about online marketing, social media, content creation, and SEO. You will receive hands-on training and mentorship from digital marketing experts, working on real campaigns and strategies. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop sought-after digital skills in a flexible, remote work environment. You'll contribute to driving online engagement, growing brand presence, and achieving marketing objectives for our client, all from your home office, supporting a forward-thinking, digitally-focused company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and execution of digital marketing campaigns across various platforms (social media, email, paid ads).
• Learn and apply Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices to improve website visibility.
• Contribute to content creation, including blog posts, social media updates, and website copy.
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance using digital analytics tools.
• Support the management of social media channels and community engagement.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities.

Requirements

• A keen interest in digital marketing and online advertising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and common software applications.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent; a relevant tertiary qualification is a bonus.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to the fast-evolving digital marketing landscape.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship in all facets of digital marketing.
• Stipend provided throughout the apprenticeship, with potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to build a professional portfolio and gain industry-recognized skills.
• Potential for full-time employment as a Digital Marketing Specialist upon successful completion, continuing remotely.