Digital Marketing Apprentice

Newcastle upon Tyne
Description

Employer description: 
Home Store Living is a family-run luxury furniture store dedicated to making unique, designer home decor accessible to everyone. We embrace the unusual and wonderful with beautifully designed, handpicked pieces from trusted suppliers.

Overview: 
We are currently seeking a Marketing Apprentice to join our dynamic team here at Home Store Living. 
The ideal candidate should be comfortable both behind and in front of the camera and be able to create and present short and long form content to promote our wide range of luxury home interior products to new customers. 

This entry-level role is designed for individuals passionate about social media, content creation, and engagement. 
As a Marketing Apprentice, you will work closely with our experienced team, gaining hands-on experience in crafting compelling narratives, managing platforms, and fostering community engagement.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Content Creation: Develop engaging content across various social media platforms, including posts, reels and stories on a daily basis. 
  • Create and host live streaming sessions on various platforms
  • Community Engagement: Foster relationships with our audience through interactive engagement, responding to comments, and amplifying positive interactions Upsell products or services during live streams to drive revenue
  • Platform Management: Assist in the day-to-day management of social media channels, ensuring a consistent and appealing brand presence.
  • Monitoring Trends: Stay abreast of social media trends, emerging platforms, and industry best practices to contribute fresh ideas and strategies.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with team members to brainstorm, plan, and execute social media campaigns.

What we are looking for:
Desirable qualities: 

  • Enthusiasm for social media, digital marketing, and content creation 
  • Confident being on camera and presenting 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  • Basic understanding of social media platforms or experience in a professional or personal role (Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, etc.) 
  • Creative mindset with an eye for aesthetics and visual storytelling 
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment 

Entry requirements: 

  • 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
  • Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship is in a similar subject

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. 

For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website.

Employee benefits:

  • 28 days Holiday (Inc Bank Holidays)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Annual paid leave
  • Flexible hours
  • Employee discounts
  • Company Pension

Working week: 
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm working pattern.

Future prospects:
90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. 
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

Important information: 
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 
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