Content Creator Apprenticeship in Birmingham at Explode Social Media

Salary£15,600 to £24,784.50 / year
Work typeIn person
LocationBirmingham
Job typeApprenticeship Jobs
Closes21 Nov 2026
LevelAdvanced
Starts30 Nov 2026
Hours37.5 a week
Duration1 Year 1 Month

Job description

Summary

Kick-start your career in social media with a creative Content Creator Apprenticeship at Explode Social Media Marketing. Learn how to create, capture and edit engaging content for Instagram, TikTok and Facebook while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-growing agency working with exciting brands.

What you will do at work

  • Assist in planning and creating engaging social media content
  • Support on content shoots, including filming and photography
  • Edit video content for social platforms (Reels, TikToks, Shorts)
  • Write captions that align with brand tone of voice
  • Stay up to date with social media trends and suggest new ideas
  • Support influencer campaigns and collaborations
  • Help with scheduling and publishing content
  • Assist with basic reporting and performance tracking

Training

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 and skills

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Social media interest
  • Content creation interest
  • Willingness to learn
  • Follows instructions
  • Reliable
  • Basic editing skills

Qualifications

  • GCSE 3 more other than English and Maths (A*-C/ 9-4) – essential
  • GCSE English (A*-C/ 9-4) – essential
  • GCSE Maths (A*-C/ 9-4) – essential

About this employer

Explode Social Media Marketing is a fast-growing, creative agency specialising in social-first campaigns, influencer marketing and brand storytelling. We work with leading brands, shopping centres and exciting start-ups to create engaging, scroll-stopping content across platforms.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the potential to progress into a permanent role within the business, with further career development available.

Employer

Explode Social Media

Listed via Find an Apprenticeship

Training provider

Training provider
Velocity 1st
Training course
Content creator (level 3)
Working pattern
Full time: Monday - Friday (Times to be confirmed).

Published by the employer on Find an apprenticeship, the government vacancy service.

Location

10 Brindley Place
Birmingham, West Midlands
B1 2JB
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