Digital Marketing Trainee Position

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training in all facets

Mentorship from seasoned digital_mark

Exposure to diverse marketing campañas

Competitive training allowance

Potential for full-time employment

Dynamic and forward-thinking work env.

Development of valuable marketing_skll

Portfolio development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Digital Marketing Trainees to join our Durban-based team. This structured program offers hands-on experience across social media management, content creation, SEO basics, and email campaigns under experienced mentors.

You’ll gain exposure to campaign planning, analytics, and market research while contributing to real projects. A matriculation certificate and a proactive, collaborative mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Interest in digital marketing and online communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Creativity with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and creating engaging content for social media platforms.
• Support the execution of digital marketing campaigns across various channels.
• Learn and apply basic SEO principles.
• Help draft and schedule email marketing communications.
• Monitor campaign performance and assist in reporting on key metrics.
• Conduct market research on digital trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on creative brainstorming sessions.
• Gain exposure to website analytics and user behaviour analysis.

Skills

Digital marketing interest

Communication skills

Creativity

Social media basics

Learning mindset

Teamwork

Education

Matriculation certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to join their team as Digital Marketing Trainees in Durban. This role is perfect for aspiring marketing professionals looking to gain comprehensive experience in the fast-paced world of digital marketing. You will be involved in various aspects of online marketing, including social media management, content creation, SEO basics, and email marketing campaigns, under the guidance of experienced professionals. This traineeship is designed to provide a solid foundation in digital marketing strategies and tactics. Our client fosters a creative and collaborative environment where learning and innovation are encouraged. You will have the chance to contribute to impactful campaigns and develop a versatile skill set that is highly valued in today's market. This position offers a structured learning experience with real responsibilities, setting you up for a successful career in digital marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and creating engaging content for social media platforms.
• Support the execution of digital marketing campaigns across various channels.
• Learn and apply basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) principles.
• Help draft and schedule email marketing communications.
• Monitor campaign performance and assist in reporting on key metrics.
• Conduct market research on digital trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on creative brainstorming sessions.
• Gain exposure to website analytics and user behaviour analysis.

Requirements

• A strong interest in digital marketing and online communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and an eye for detail.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Must be able to work remotely within or be willing to travel to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal for essential meetings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in all facets of digital marketing.
• Mentorship from seasoned digital marketing experts.
• Exposure to diverse marketing campaigns and strategies.
• A competitive training allowance.
• Opportunity for full-time employment based on performance.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking work environment.
• Development of valuable, in-demand marketing skills.
• Chance to build a professional portfolio.