Digital Marketing Trainee

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Structured training with mentorship

Exposure to digital marketing channels

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Digital Marketing Trainee to join our marketing team on a hybrid basis, with both home and George office work. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to campaigns, social media management, SEO, paid advertising, and data analysis, under mentorship from seasoned marketers.

You will learn to develop campaigns, analyze performance, and create compelling copy and visuals across channels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Marketing is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Manage and schedule social media content, engaging with our online community.
• Conduct keyword research and support SEO optimization efforts for website content.
• Help create compelling marketing copy and visual assets for campaigns.
• Analyze campaign performance data and contribute to regular reporting.

Skills

Social media familiarity

Digital marketing concepts

Strong written and verbal comms

Basic analytical skills

Education

High school diploma

Marketing degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a driven and creative individual to join their marketing department as a Digital Marketing Trainee . This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn the intricacies of online marketing strategies, campaign management, and data analysis. You will work closely with experienced marketers, contributing to diverse projects that span social media, content creation, SEO, and paid advertising. This position is ideal for an aspiring marketer eager to gain practical experience in a dynamic and evolving industry, working from both home and our George office, ensuring a balanced approach to work and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Manage and schedule social media content, engaging with our online community.
• Conduct keyword research and support SEO optimization efforts for website content.
• Help create compelling marketing copy and visual assets for campaigns.
• Analyze campaign performance data and contribute to regular reporting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Marketing or a related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model combining remote flexibility with office collaboration.
• Structured training program with mentorship from senior marketers.
• Exposure to a wide range of digital marketing channels and tools.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the marketing team.
• Collaborative and supportive team atmosphere.