Digital Communications & Marketing Trainee

Creatv Studio; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A creative studio is seeking a motivated Digital Communications & Marketing Trainee to support brand communication and marketing campaigns. This entry-level role offers a hybrid working model, focusing on hands-on experience in content creation, social media management, and digital marketing. Ideal for recent graduates or aspiring digital professionals, the position includes responsibilities like campaign support, content creation, and community engagement, while offering mentorship and growth potential within the studio.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in a creative studio environment

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Potential for growth within the studio

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
• Interest in creative industries (media, design, photography, video).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of digital marketing campaigns.
• Support email marketing, social media campaigns, and online promotions.
• Create content for social media, websites, blogs, and newsletters.
• Monitor website analytics and traffic performance.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic understanding of digital marketing and social media platforms

Basic knowledge of social media tools

Creative thinking with attention to detail

Good time management and organisational skills

Education

Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, Media Studies, or related field

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Meta Business Suite

WordPress

Job description

Role Overview

Creatv Studio is seeking a motivated and creative Digital Communications & Marketing Trainee to support our digital presence, brand communication, and marketing campaigns. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or aspiring digital professional looking to gain hands‑on experience in content creation, social media management, digital marketing, and brand storytelling within a creative studio environment.

Location

Hybrid / Studio‑based (as required)

Job Type

Traineeship / Internship / Entry‑Level Contract

Key Responsibilities

Digital Marketing & Campaign Support

• Assist in the planning and execution of digital marketing campaigns
• Support email marketing, social media campaigns, and online promotions
• Monitor campaign performance and compile basic performance reports

Content Creation & Management

• Assist in creating content for social media, websites, blogs, and newsletters
• Support copywriting for digital platforms (captions, short articles, posts)
• Assist with basic visual content coordination (working with designers, photographers, videographers)

Social Media Management

• Schedule and publish content across social media platforms
• Engage with online audiences by responding to comments and messages
• Monitor trends, hashtags, and competitor activity

Digital Communications

• Support internal and external communication initiatives
• Assist in maintaining brand voice and messaging consistency
• Help manage online community and client communication touchpoints

Website & SEO Support

• Assist with basic website updates (content uploads, formatting, image optimisation)
• Support SEO activities such as keyword research and content optimisation
• Monitor website analytics and traffic performance

Research & Insights

• Conduct market and audience research
• Assist with customer insights, digital trends, and platform updates
• Support reporting and presentations for internal review

Minimum Requirements

• Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, Media Studies, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of digital marketing and social media platforms
• Interest in creative industries (media, design, photography, video)
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment

Desirable Skills & Competencies

• Basic knowledge of social media tools (Meta, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, X)
• Familiarity with content scheduling tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Buffer, Meta Business Suite)
• Basic understanding of SEO and website content management (WordPress advantageous)
• Creative thinking with attention to detail
• Good time management and organisational skills

Personal Attributes

• Creative, curious, and proactive
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Passion for digital communication and storytelling
• Professional, reliable, and eager to learn

What You Will Gain

• Hands‑on experience in a creative studio environment
• Exposure to real client projects and campaigns
• Mentorship from experienced creative and digital professionals
• Opportunity to build a professional digital marketing portfolio
• Potential for growth within Creatv Studio