Content / Marketing Apprentice

MAKE EVENTS LIMITED

WILMSLOW (SK9 1DP)

Closes in 28 days (Thursday 8 October 2026)

Posted on 9 September 2026

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Summary

The Content Creator Apprentice will work closely with the marketing team, capturing the energy, creativity and behind-the-scenes magic of Make Events and the events we deliver. You'll turn big ideas, bold moments and real experiences into scroll-stopping content that brings our brand to life across Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Content creator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Sunday 8 November 2026

Duration

1 year 4 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

  • Create video and graphics for all platforms, working closely with the marketing team
  • Schedule posts across all channels
  • Research content trends across Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, staying obsessed with what's new
  • Bring fresh campaign ideas to the team based on trends and platform features
  • Offer insights and spot opportunities in collaboration with the team
  • Support wider marketing content: blogs, ad copy, video/stills, and monthly reports
  • Attend company, client and industry events to capture content and behind-the-scenes footage
  • Promote PR, showcase and client events across social channels
  • Create and post live content on-site, with rapid turnaround Website Content
  • Create engaging case studies and upload photos post-event, liaising with the events team
  • Curate event-trend blog posts to feed the wider content calendar and support SEO
  • Execute a full, up-to-date content calendar aligned to Make
  • Measure and report on content/campaign performance against goals
  • Stay across weekly events, site visits, industry events and fam trips to inform content
  • Proactively suggest campaigns around seasonal events
  • Share client testimonials across all channels
  • Capture footage confidently using a camera

Where you'll work

FIRST FLOOR
BOLLIN HOUSE
BOLLIN WALK
WILMSLOW
SK9 1DP

Training

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

Training provider

NOWSKILLS 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.

More training information

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

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
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

Other requirements

  • Excited by content creation, social media or marketing (personal projects, education or work experience all welcome)
  • Familiar with content tools such as CapCut, Canva or similar
  • Interested in events, brands and creative industry
  • A creative eye with enthusiasm for storytelling
  • Strong understanding of Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok
  • Good communicator and team player, confident engaging with senior stakeholders and clients
  • Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Can-do attitude, not afraid to get stuck in, ask questions or take on a challenge
  • Aware of emerging trends in social media and technology
  • Competent written English
  • Passionate and proactive about learning

About this employer

We design and deliver experiences that connect audiences, inspire action and leave a lasting impression. From global brands to fast-growing businesses, we turn ambitious ideas into exceptional events through bold creative, seamless planning and flawless delivery. For us, every project is personal. Every detail matters. Every event is an opportunity to create something unforgettable.

https://makeevents.co.uk/ (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).

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent full-time role, subject to performance and business needs.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOWSKILLS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000052382.

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Closes in 28 days (Thursday 8 October 2026)

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