Digital Marketing Apprentice

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Híbrido; ZAR 45 000 - 78 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Mentorship from experienced marketers

Exposure to diverse client campaigns

Career progression opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Digital Marketing Apprentice to learn online marketing, social media, SEO, and content creation while contributing to client campaigns.

The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility and offers a clear pathway for career progression within the agency.

Qualificações

• Strong interest in digital marketing, social media, content creation, and SEO.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in developing and executing digital marketing strategies across platforms.
• Create engaging content for social media, blogs, website copy, and emails.
• Conduct keyword research and support SEO best practices.
• Monitor social channels, engage with audiences, and respond to comments.
• Track campaign performance and provide insights using analytics.
• Support the team on ad-hoc projects and admin tasks.
• Collaborate with designers to ensure brand consistency.
• Learn and use various digital marketing tools and software.

Conhecimentos

Digital marketing

Social media management

Content creation

SEO

Analytics

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Matriculation certificate

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Marketing tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking digital agency based in the vibrant city of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Digital Marketing Apprentice to join their growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual eager to learn the intricacies of online marketing, social media management, content creation, and search engine optimization (SEO). The successful candidate will gain hands‑on experience working on diverse client campaigns, contributing to innovative strategies, and developing a strong foundation in the digital marketing landscape. This role offers a blend of in‑office collaboration and remote flexibility, making it ideal for someone who thrives in both structured learning environments and independent work settings. We are looking for a curious mind with a passion for all things digital and a willingness to absorb knowledge and apply it practically. This apprenticeship is designed to nurture talent and provide a clear pathway for career progression within the agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing strategies across various platforms, including social media, email, and search engines.
• Create engaging and relevant content for social media posts, blog articles, website copy, and email newsletters.
• Conduct keyword research and assist in implementing SEO best practices to improve website rankings and visibility.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and engage with online communities.
• Track and report on the performance of digital marketing campaigns using analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Support the marketing team in ad‑hoc projects and administrative tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and other team members to ensure brand consistency across all digital assets.
• Learn and utilize various digital marketing tools and software.

Requirements

• A strong interest in digital marketing, social media, content creation, and SEO.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles is advantageous but not essential.
• Proficiency with computers and common software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• A proactive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal area.
• A matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification is required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced digital marketing professionals.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and client types.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and exciting campaigns.
• Potential for full‑time employment and career advancement upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Contribution towards a relevant industry certification upon completion of the program.