Digital Content Designer Apprentice

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

Normanton (WF6 1JU)

Closes in 30 days (Friday 11 December 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 November 2026

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Summary

Join Velocity Academy as a Digital Content Designer Apprentice and help create engaging online courses and video content using AI-powered tools. Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading software, earn a recognised apprenticeship qualification, and build a career in digital learning while working fully remotely.

• Wage:

  £20,000 a year

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

• Training course: Content creator (level 3)
• Hours: Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, or 8:30am to 5:30pm.

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Monday 4 January 2027

• Duration:

  1 year 1 month

• 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

You will turn course content into polished online learning for our apprenticeship programmes.

• Build interactive online courses and learning modules using Articulate.
• Create presenter-led and explainer videos using Synthesia.
• Use AI-based tools to speed up and improve how learning content is written, designed and produced.
• Edit video, audio and on-screen content so that it looks professional and is easy to follow.
• Check every piece of content for accuracy, spelling and consistency before it goes live.
• Plan your own workload and deliver content to agreed deadlines and timelines.
• Communicate with sector teams to agree content and deliverables.
• Update and improve existing course material as feedback comes in.
• In-frequent travel required to film some interviews with current employers to create success story content.

Where you'll work

Unit 9
Courtyard 31
Pontefract Road
Normanton
WF6 1JU

Training

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

Training provider

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

Training course

Content creator (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team.

Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

Throughout the apprenticeship, learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade A*-C/ 9-4)
• Maths (grade A*-C/ 9-4)

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
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Time management
• Self-motivated
• Content creation
• Video editing
• Adaptability

Other requirements

• Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• The role is mainly home based with some travel required to employer locations

About this employer

Velocity 1st is a leading apprenticeship and training provider dedicated to helping individuals and businesses develop the skills they need to succeed. We deliver high-quality learning programmes, working closely with employers to support career development, innovation, and professional growth.

https://velocity-academy.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• A Christmas shopping day, plus your birthday off.
• 25 days annual leave.

After this apprenticeship

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

Successful completion may lead to a permanent Digital Content Designer position with further development opportunities.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

Ivana

ivana@velocity-academy.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000063772.

Apply now

Closes in 30 days (Friday 11 December 2026 at 11:59pm)