Content Creator Apprentice

Hull College of Further Education

East Riding of Yorkshire (HU1 3DG)

Closes in 21 days (Monday 26 October 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 October 2026

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Summary

An exciting opportunity for a creative, ambitious and self-motivated individual looking to build a professional career in content creation and digital marketing. Working alongside experienced marketers, you'll gain hands-on experience creating content that delivers real results for businesses while developing sought-after industry skills.

Wage

£16,640 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 to 5pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 5 November 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

2

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

  • Creating written, visual and video content for social media, websites and marketing campaigns
  • Assisting with campaign planning and content strategy
  • Producing content that aligns with client objectives and brand guidelines
  • Writing engaging copy for blogs, websites, email campaigns and social channels
  • Supporting photography, videography and editing projects
  • Monitoring content performance and identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Conducting market and competitor research
  • Managing content schedules and supporting project delivery
  • Working closely with experienced marketing professionals on live client projects

Where you'll work

Queens Gardens Site
Wilberforce Drive
Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire
HU1 3DG

Training

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

Training provider

HULL COLLEGE

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

Content Creator Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Math (grade 4)

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
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this employer

This role is for one of Hull College Partner businesses. Please feel free to apply.

For the right individual, there will be opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and continue developing professionally.

 

After this apprenticeship

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

This apprenticeship is designed as the first step towards a long-term career within the creative and digital sector.

Successful completion could lead to progression opportunities such as:

  • Content Creator
  • Digital Marketing Executive
  • Social Media Executive
  • Marketing Executive
  • Communications Officer
  • Creative Account Executive

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HULL COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057364.

Apply now

Closes in 21 days (Monday 26 October 2026 at 11:59pm)