Marketing Apprentice

The successful applicant will work with the Marketing team in supporting the delivery of the theatre's marketing and communications and understanding our audiences.

The purpose of the Marketing Department is to deliver all the marketing and branding elements of the WPT programme – this includes our productions, visiting work, projects and events, in the theatre, studio, digital ‘stages’, outdoor festivals, on tour and across the youth and community activities of our Take Part department.

Key duties 

Audience research Brand management Advertising and promotion Campaign creation Customer data and insight analysis Monitoring campaign success.

The Marketing Department also upholds an inclusive and collaborative culture, committed to our values.

 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR :
This post is ideal for a 'doer' - a team player who likes to get involved. Someone creative and organised, who strives for the best and wants to make theatre as exciting, relevant and inclusive as possible to audiences, participants and artists. We want someone who can work closely with the Marketing team and enjoys variety.

We are looking for someone who will champion our values;

Entertainment, Inspiration and Representation.

Watford Palace Theatre is committed to inclusivity and diversity.

We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join our organisation.

We are particularly keen to support people top apply who have previously been underrepresented in the Creative Industries.

Training:

The classroom training for the Multi-Channel Marketer comprises of 6 modules. The apprentice will attend the training in an online classroom with their designated JBC trainer.

The modules taught are:

Marketing within the Business Channels and Strategy Campaign Planning Campaign Delivery and Performance Customers and Compliance Supporting Operations

Each module is delivered over a four‑week period, with one three‑hour remote classroom session taking place each week.

Training Outcome:

A fulltime opportunity may be offered after the successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

Watford Palace Theatre (WPT) is Watford’s ‘Palace of Entertainment’ –
providing a great night out, the best shows and something for everyone.

WPT is a successful, inclusive, and ambitious award winning professional theatre and local charity. The organisation receives core funding from Arts Council England as one of their key National Portfolio Organisations within the ‘Three Counties’ region of Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire, and has strong partnership support with Watford Borough Council. Our ambition for excellence is supported by our skilled and respected Technical Production department, housed within our beautiful heritage Edwardian 600-
seat auditorium and well- resourced technical facilities. As well as producing theatre inside the building, we also make productions and events in Watford that go beyond our borders and extensively co-produce and tour our shows ‘Made in Watford’ across the UK.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm. Please note that due to the nature of the role some evening and weekend working may be required at times.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Proactive and professional,Eye for detail,Able to follow instruction,Conscientious approach,Time management,Willingness to learn,Relevant academic experience,Creating creative content,Open minded,Written communication