Hybrid Digital Marketing Apprentice - Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Hybrid work model

Diverse clients exposure

Access to modern marketing tools

Competitive apprentice salary

Career growth opportunities

Creative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking aspiring digital marketers to join as Apprentices, offering a hybrid role that blends in-office collaboration with remote work. You will gain practical experience across SEO, SEM, social media, content creation, and email campaigns while learning from seasoned professionals on client campaigns.

This entry point suits creative and analytical individuals who are eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic industry, with opportunities for full-time employment in the

Qualifications

• Completed Matric; tertiary education or related marketing qualification preferred.
• Passion for digital marketing and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and basic SEO.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Able to work independently and in a hybrid environment.
• South African citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns across platforms.
• Manage and optimize social media profiles and content calendars.
• Support SEO initiatives with keyword research and content optimization.
• Create engaging written and visual content for websites, blogs and social media.
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and generate reports.
• Assist with paid advertising campaigns (PPC, social ads).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with design and content teams for cohesive messaging.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Participate in team meetings, both in-person and virtually.

Skills

Digital marketing passion

Strong communication

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Social media proficiency

SEO basics

MS Office / Google Workspace

Education

Matric

Marketing / Communications qualification

Tertiary education preferred

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking aspiring digital marketers to join as Apprentices, offering a hybrid role that blends in-office collaboration with remote work. You will gain practical experience across SEO, SEM, social media, content creation, and email campaigns while learning from seasoned professionals on client campaigns.

This entry point suits creative and analytical individuals who are eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic industry, with opportunities for full-time employment in the