Content Creator Apprenticeship

SUFFOLK COUNTY FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION

SUFFLOK (IP14 5GZ)

Closes on Sunday 30 August 2026

Posted on 23 June 2026

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Summary

To support the delivery of Suffolk FA’s digital and online engagement ambitions and help deliver the organisation’s Commercial and Engagement Strategies.
To coordinate and deliver communications and messaging that support the ongoing work of Suffolk FA to grow, develop and manage the sport in Suffolk
 

Wage

£15,392 a year

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Training course
Content creator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends and depending on matches.

30 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Contribute to Suffolk FA’s marketing plan, providing evaluation and reporting on the progress and successes of marketing activity.
  • Manage Suffolk FA’s social media channels including Facebook,
  • Instagram, X, YouTube and any other platforms the organisation may use, responding to queries, uploading content and tracking key metrics and data.
  • Manage Suffolk FA’s website ensuring content on pages is up to date, the information on there showcases the organisation’s work and creating innovative and creative ways to bring the website to life.
  • Deliver online campaigns through social media, Google and other platforms that drives a Return on Investment
  • Assist the Commercial Funding and Partnerships Manager in the development of the annual marketing and communications action plan and delivering on the strategic priorities.
  • Working alongside the Communications and Impact Officer, develop engaging content that brings the activity of the organisation to life.
  • Coordinate content delivery that drives engagement in the organisation’s online and digital platforms and grows key metrics as set out by the Commercial Funding and Partnerships Manager.
  • Bring to life through the power of storytelling the work of the organisation and deliver structured and creative content.
  • Alongside the Communications and Impact Officer, deliver high-quality engagement around the Suffolk Cups, including supporting the delivery and development of content during matches.
  • Deliver reports and evaluations on the success of content delivered and provide analysis on how this has met the outcomes of the organisation. Create trend analysis and use industry intelligence to support this work.
  • Coordinate the cataloguing of all digital marketing materials for the organisation including but not exclusively, developing official Suffolk
  • FA documentation that requires branding (e.g. recruitment packs).
  • Effectively deal with and triage customer enquiries, ensuring these are signposted to the correct department.
  • Content Development and Creative Storytelling
  • Work alongside the Football Development and Football Services teams to help create strong content that showcases the work of these teams and the work of the football community.
  • Deliver filming and photography for the organisation at key events and across key programmes, ensuring high level production and finished products that can be used by Suffolk FA. There will be development opportunities in this role to develop and enhance these skills.
  • Lead interviews and conversations with clubs, partners and stakeholders across the game, creating engaging content to support the work of the organisation.
    Assist in the development of storyboards and productions, working alongside the Communications and Impact Officer to bring these to life on-screen and online.
  • Alongside the Communications and Impact Officer, deliver high-quality engagement around the Suffolk Cups, including supporting the delivery and development of content during matches.
  • Work with affiliated Suffolk clubs to showcase their work and successes to external partners.

Where you'll work

THE BUNTINGS
CEDARS PARK
STOWMARKET
SUFFLOK
IP14 5GZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED

Training course

Content creator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Interpret the aims of the brief.
  • Research ideas and concepts to meet the brief.
  • Evaluate brand requirements and brand guidelines.
  • Prepare a mood board or other visual aid for the content to be created.
  • Present ideas, pitches and proposals for creative content to be further developed.
  • Storyboard and outline script their ideas for content to be developed.
  • Interpret data, consider its integrity and use it to inform content.
  • Develop accessible written content for different platforms and devices.
  • Apply best practice and inclusive language when creating content.
  • Write and edit copy or scripts for use on different channels and platforms.
  • Create or capture visuals and audio using standard packages and equipment.
  • Source, obtain and prepare media assets for use; using industry standard packages to adapt and edit content.
  • Use industry standard tools and content management systems to organise, structure and label content effectively, methodically and securely enabling efficient search and retrieval.
  • Identify and recommend the platform/s or channel/s to use for the media campaign.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and suppliers, establishing and using professional contacts.
  • Engage and respond with audiences through social media, adapting content to respond to evolving circumstances.
  • Monitor user experience to ensure content is focused on maximising engagement.
  • Analyse the differences between audiences using audience segmentation techniques and data.
  • Use lessons learned to evaluate the success of the content and identify areas for improvement for future campaigns.
  • Use continuing professional development planning to support own current and future training and development needs.
  • Operate effectively within the production workflow to meet production timelines.
  • Interpret the aims of the brief.
  • Research ideas and concepts to meet the brief.
  • Evaluate brand requirements and brand guidelines.
  • Prepare a mood board or other visual aid for the content to be created.
  • Present ideas, pitches and proposals for creative content to be further developed.
  • Storyboard and outline script their ideas for content to be developed.
  • Interpret data, consider its integrity and use it to inform content.
  • Develop accessible written content for different platforms and devices.
  • Apply best practice and inclusive language when creating content.
  • Write and edit copy or scripts for use on different channels and platforms.
  • Create or capture visuals and audio using standard packages and equipment.
  • Source, obtain and prepare media assets for use; using industry standard packages to adapt and edit content.
  • Use industry standard tools and content management systems to organise, structure and label content effectively, methodically and securely enabling efficient search and retrieval.
  • Identify and recommend the platform/s or channel/s to use for the media campaign.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and suppliers, establishing and using professional contacts.
  • Engage and respond with audiences through social media, adapting content to respond to evolving circumstances.
  • Monitor user experience to ensure content is focused on maximising engagement.
  • Analyse the differences between audiences using audience segmentation techniques and data.
  • Use lessons learned to evaluate the success of the content and identify areas for improvement for future campaigns.
  • Use continuing professional development planning to support own current and future training and development needs.
  • Operate effectively within the production workflow to meet production timelines.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • Understanding of grassroots football or sports
  • Understanding the principles of content creation and storytelling
  • Graphic design skills

About this employer

Suffolk FA is the not-for-profit, governing body of football in Suffolk. We grow participation, promote diversity and regulate the sport for everyone to enjoy.

With 332 clubs with diverse players of all ages and abilities playing in the county, Suffolk FA is proud to support football for all.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

Suffolk FA's vision is 'A Thriving Local Game'.

We will work with the whole local football community to support, develop and strengthen our game to achieve the vision of football in Suffolk, based on their motivations, expectations and needs.

https://www.suffolkfa.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

After completing a Content Creator Apprenticeship, learners can progress into roles such as Content Creator, Social Media Executive, Digital Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, or Communications Assistant. With further experience, they may progress into senior marketing, content management, or digital media roles.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037963.

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Closes on Sunday 30 August 2026

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