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Working in social media is a fun and creative job; with the help of a social media apprenticeship you can do this too. If you dream of being able to express your creativity whilst getting paid, becoming a social media marketing apprentice is a great way to start. Also known as our Content Creator Apprenticeship, at Avant Skills Academy we combine real world experience with classroom learning to teach you all the ins and outs of the exciting creative industry.
If you’re passionate about marketing and love to get stuck in, our content creator course is a great option for those looking to do a social media and marketing apprenticeship, as it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn how to manage social media accounts, design graphics and create videos. If you want a career where no two days look the same, this is the course for you! Get in touch with us and start your journey as a social media marketing apprentice with our content creator course today.
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Why Do A Social Media Apprenticeship?
Everyone is on social media and more businesses know if they want to thrive in today’s digital world they need to get with the times and advertise on these platforms. This means that there are plenty of opportunities for people looking to break into this career path, and doing a social media and marketing apprenticeship like our content creator course is a great way to start. You will gain valuable experience and learn first hand how this industry works.
Valuable Experience
When you’re a social media marketing apprentice you could either work in house for a company in a social media role or you could work for a social media marketing agency. The experience you will gain will vary depending on the company you work for; you may manage the social media accounts for your business, come up with ideas and edit images and videos, or do this for multiple clients. By performing these tasks you will pick up the skills it takes to be successful in social media marketing, giving you a deeper understanding of the role.
Industry Connections
We believe in learning by doing and by pursuing an apprenticeship in social media you will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts. By picking up skills from the people you work with you will have a better understanding of what it takes to succeed in the industry. You will also have a mentor from Avant who will teach you the content creator module and support you throughout the classroom learning portion of the course.
Earn While You Learn
One of the advantages of doing a marketing and social media apprenticeship like our content creator course is that you can earn while you learn! If you have just left school and this is your first employment experience then it gives you the chance to receive a wage whilst still continuing your education. This is a great stepping stone from leaving school to full time employment, so you come out the other end with a qualification and a pay rise if your employer keeps you on.
What Does A Social Media Apprenticeship Involve?
If you think an apprenticeship in social media is right for you, our content creator course has social media elements as well as other creative modules. Working in a creative field means that your routine will probably look different day to day, keeping you on your toes and making sure that you never get bored. Getting your creative juices flowing makes work exciting, and an apprenticeship that allows you to explore your passion will mean that you’re always dipping into something new.
Core Responsibilities
What you’ll be tasked to do will depend on your employer. For the most part you will be involved in all things creative. You could be doing jobs like managing social media accounts; this includes editing videos, designing graphics and copywriting. You may also have more responsibility and be involved in creating a social media strategy.
Skills Developed
Throughout the course you’ll improve your creative thinking skills through jobs that require you to share your ideas and think outside the box. You’ll also develop communication skills through posting on social media and speaking to clients if your job requires that. By performing your day to day tasks you will develop your writing skills and improve your confidence levels, so you will finish the course as a new person ready to take on a wide range of social media and marketing careers.
Future Career Progression
Social media apprenticeships lead to plenty of opportunities for progression once the course is completed. With our content creator course for example, you may be kept on as a social media executive at the company you did the apprenticeship at where you will be able to learn from your colleagues and work your way up to become a social media manager. Your experience and qualification you will gain on the course will also make you attractive to future employers, opening up the door for job opportunities in different sectors.
Why Do A Social Media Apprenticeship With Avant Skills Academy?
If you’re looking for an apprenticeship in social media, look no further! Avant Skills Academy allows you to develop your skills in this role through our Content Creator Apprenticeship. This course is designed to develop your skills and confidence in this area, all while opening up opportunities for future progression in this creative industry.
At Avant we believe the best way to learn is to get hands on, that’s why marketing and social media apprenticeships like our content creator course lets you dive into the tasks that this job involves. By working on real world projects you gain valuable insights into what working as a social media executive is like whilst developing the knowledge through theoretical learning. We want all our apprentices to succeed. So by choosing Avant we will set you up for a long career.
Are you ready for your future job where no two days look the same? Get in touch with us and start your dream career today!
Social Media Apprenticeship FAQs
What does a social media apprentice do?
A social media apprentice may work on social posts, creating and editing images and writing captions. You may also manage multiple social media accounts and be tasked with scheduling posts making sure that it aligns with the strategy.
Is a social media course worth it?
Doing an apprenticeship in social media like our content creator course is worth it as there are plenty of opportunities for jobs in the future. Going down this path as opposed to going to university also means that you will earn a living wage and have experience under your belt by the time it’s over.
How long does a social media course take?
The length of social media courses can vary. At Avant our content creator course lasts between 12 to 18 months. After you’ve been on course for at least a year, you will have the opportunity to be put forward for your EPA (end point assessment) early if you feel like you’re ready.