Summary of the apprenticeship
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to help assist the marketing for Watford Palace Theatre, across the full marketing spectrum - traditional and digital, to consumer and to business. Contributing to raising reach, awareness and engagement.
What will the apprentice do at work?
The successful applicant will work with the Marketing team in supporting the delivery of the theatre's marketing and communications and understanding our audiences.
The purpose of the Marketing Department is to deliver all the marketing and branding elements of the WPT programme – this includes our productions, visiting work, projects and events, in the theatre, studio, digital ‘stages’, outdoor festivals, on tour and across the youth and community activities of our Take Part department.
Key duties
- Audience research
- Brand management
- Advertising and promotion
- Campaign creation
- Customer data and insight analysis
- Monitoring campaign success.
The Marketing Department also upholds an inclusive and collaborative culture, committed to our values.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR :
This post is ideal for a 'doer' - a team player who likes to get involved. Someone creative and organised, who strives for the best and wants to make theatre as exciting, relevant and inclusive as possible to audiences, participants and artists. We want someone who can work closely with the Marketing team and enjoys variety.
We are looking for someone who will champion our values;
Entertainment, Inspiration and Representation.
Watford Palace Theatre is committed to inclusivity and diversity.
We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join our organisation.
We are particularly keen to support people top apply who have previously been underrepresented in the Creative Industries.
The apprentice's training schedule
The classroom training for the Multi-Channel Marketer comprises of 6 modules. The apprentice will attend the training in an online classroom with their designated JBC trainer.
The modules taught are:
- Marketing within the Business
- Channels and Strategy
- Campaign Planning
- Campaign Delivery and Performance
- Customers and Compliance
- Supporting Operations
Each module is delivered over a four‑week period, with one three‑hour remote classroom session taking place each week.
Additional training information
- We are a government approved apprenticeship training provider. We provide apprenticeships for a wide range of employers, large and small.
- Some of your working hours will be spent training or studying with your appointed JBC Trainer/Mentor or your employer. Learning the skills you need to be successful in the role and complete the apprenticeship.
- You will have a progress review with your trainer and line manager every three months, along with regular support sessions to help you develop your portfolio.
Employment details
Duration
18 Months
Working week details
Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm.
Please note that due to the nature of the role some evening and weekend working may be required at times.
Hours per week
40Wage£16,640 a year
Extra information about pay
- Remuneration is £8 per hour for the initial 12 months and national living wage for the final 6 months of the apprenticeship.
- This is a fixed term contract lasting 18 months and is subject to a three month probationary period during which time the notice period required by either party is two weeks.
Company benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Complimentary Tickets
- Staff Discounts on bars/café and free tea/coffee during working hours
- Training and development.
- Holiday: 21 days per annum, plus UK Public Holidays.
Requirements and prospects
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Proactive and professional
- Eye for detail
- Able to follow instruction
- Conscientious approach
- Time management
- Willingness to learn
- Relevant academic experience
- Creating creative content
- Open minded
- Written communication
Qualifications required
- GCSE English (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential
- GCSE Maths (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential
- GCSE Media/Business/Content Creation/Film & Television (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential
- A Level Media/Business/Content Creation/Film & Television (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
A fulltime opportunity may be offered after the successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Pay: £16,640.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Watford WD17 1JZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What interests you about a career in Marketing/Creative subjects and do you have an prior academic knowledge or experience?
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How would you commute to the employers location daily if you were offered the opportunity and how long would commute take you?
- What are your skills and strengths?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Licence/Certification:
- driving licence (preferred)
Location:
- Watford WD17 1JZ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
