Junior Digital Marketing Apprentice

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Professional development

Certification opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Digital Marketing Apprentice to gain hands-on experience across SEO, SEM, social media and content creation in a hybrid in-office/remote setup in South Africa. You will work with experienced marketing professionals on campaign strategy and execution, producing engaging content and monitoring performance with analytics tools.

The role offers hands-on mentorship, exposure to a wide range of digital marketing tools and opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• Passion for digital marketing and emerging online trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of SEO, SEM and social media marketing principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of digital marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Create engaging content for social media, blogs, and email newsletters.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance using analytics tools.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities.
• Support the marketing team with various administrative and project-based tasks.

Skills

Digital marketing passion

Strong communication

Independent and team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an eager and creative Junior Digital Marketing Apprentice to join their growing team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across various digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, and content creation. You will work closely with experienced marketing professionals, contributing to campaign strategy and execution. This hybrid position allows for a blend of in‑office collaboration and remote work flexibility, providing a balanced work environment. We seek individuals passionate about digital trends, eager to learn, and ready to make an impact in a dynamic marketing landscape, contributing to campaigns managed both on‑site and remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of digital marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Create engaging content for social media, blogs, and email newsletters.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance using analytics tools.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities.
• Support the marketing team with various administrative and project‑based tasks.

Requirements

• A passion for digital marketing and emerging online trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of SEO, SEM, and social media marketing principles.
• Proficiency in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setup.

Benefits

• Competitive stipend with potential for salary increase upon completion.
• Hands‑on training and mentorship from experienced marketers.
• Exposure to a wide range of digital marketing tools and strategies.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that balances remote and in‑office engagement.