Social Media Content Creator Apprentice

You will support the development of engaging content across multiple formats and platforms, working alongside our marketing team to bring ideas to life and help grow our online presence.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in content creation, social media, marketing coordination, and campaign support, while being guided and developed through the Level 3 Multi-channel Marketer Apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation:

Produce engaging short-form videos, Reels, LinkedIn clips and behind-the-scenes content Develop static graphics, carousels and basic design assets using Canva or similar tools Capture on-site content (photos, videos, interviews) from team activities, events or client projects Assist in preparing written content such as captions, SEO-friendly blog snippets, and email content Work with the Head of Sales & Marketing to generate creative ideas and campaign concepts

Social Media:

Create, schedule and publish content across LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook Monitor social channels and engage with followers in a professional and brand-aligned way Stay aware of trends, audio, and platform updates to suggest creative opportunities Maintain weekly content calendars and support in drafting social post ideas

Marketing Support:

Assist with email marketing campaigns, including building newsletters and updating templates Help update website content, blog posts or imagery through our CMS (WordPress) Gather content from internal teams such as case studies, testimonials, team news or results Support with events, webinars and promotional activities

Marketing Coordination & Admin:

Keep the marketing asset library organised (photos, videos, graphics, copy templates) Assist with CRM tasks such as uploading contacts, organising lists, and tagging campaigns Conduct research into trends, competitors and content ideas. Maintain trackers for social posts, blog planning and campaign activity

What You Will Learn:

Video creation, editing and optimisation for social platforms Brand storytelling and visual communication Content planning and campaign execution Social media analytics and reporting Copywriting skills for different audiences and channels How to operate inside a professional marketing team and support real client-facing work

Training:

You will be completing Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprentice.

As a Multi-Channel Marketer Apprentice, you help with planning, creating and implementing, impactful marketing campaigns across digital platforms. As part of the Marketing team, the multi-channel marketers will contribute to the implementation of the Marketing strategy and plans. You will be responsible for delivering day-to-day marketing activities across a multitude of platforms, channels and systems that are essential to the Marketing function and activities of the company.

Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:

Creating your Portfolio Marketing Principles & Theory Branding Theory and Effective Communication Understanding your Audience & Customer Journey Research Methodologies and Competitor Analysis Understanding Business Vision and Objectives Budget Management - Understanding ROI Marketing Campaign Planning and Scheduling Marketing Plan Implementation Content Creation: Planning and Development Content Creation: Tools (Practical) Copywriting - Persuasive writing techniques Quality, Standards and Legislation SEO: Introduction CMS/WordPress & Cornerstone Content Metrics & Analytics: Measurement tools Reports & Optimisation: Google Analytics

The Multi-Channel Marketer apprenticeship includes an end point assessment. This is done in the final part of the apprenticeship and is how the apprentice is judged on their learning and will include: 

Producing a written Report Portfolio of evidence-based work Presentation and Q&A Professional Discussion based on Portfolio

For a full overview of the Multi-channel Marketer standard visit https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/multi-channel-marketer

Training Outcome:

Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
At Freelance SEO Essex, we help local businesses get found online and turn visibility into real results. Since 2011, we’ve been working with small to medium-sized companies across Essex, London, and the South East to improve search rankings, drive more website traffic, and generate high-quality leads. We are looking for a creative, motivated Content Creator Apprentice to join our marketing team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about digital storytelling, social media, and visual content production.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm Friday 9am to 4pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative