Social Media & Digital Marketing Apprentice

Employer Name: The Open University

Working Week: Monday to Friday

Duration: 18 Months

Possible Start Date: 09/09/2019

Do you have a keen interest or experience of social media platforms? Have you got demonstrable knowledge of industry standard graphic software? Do you have a passion for best design and the willingness to learn more? Can you display excellent oral & written communications skills, as well as strong attention to detail? Please apply now!

If you can answer yes to these questions and have a friendly approach, then we would love to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

As part of our 3 year Social Media & Digital Marketing Programme, you will learn how to use social media platforms to promote KMi’s research and raise awareness of our projects and activities.

Your dedicated mentor and team members will help you gain experience and exposure across the Open University and you will be trained in how to manage the design and scheduling of social media campaigns, in collaboration with other University communication’s staff.

You will learn how to prepare content and production for publication via online platforms such as news stories, blogs, images, video and audio, as well as co-ordinating the production of printed materials.

You will be involved in internet-based research and compiling reports.

Entry requirements:

5 x GCSEs Grade C/4 or above including Maths, English & ICT

Skills Required:

• A keen interest in cyber security and computing or recognised IT training certifications would be advantageous.
• Experience of industry standard graphic software.
• Ability to think logically and show good communication skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and commitment.
• The ability to be organised and to work flexibly as part of a team is essential.

Personal Qualities:

• Reliable and trustworthy
• Friendly and enthusiastic
• Motivated
• Willing to learn and succeed

Please apply via the link.