Trainee Digital Marketer

THE EMPLOYER IS: GEKKOSHOTGekkoshot is looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Digital Marketer to join our vibrant team. This entry-level position is ideal for someone looking to kick start their career in digital marketing, gaining hands-on experience in website maintenance, SEO Blog writing and social media content creation. If you're creative, driven, and eager to learn, we invite you to apply and grow with us.

The Trainee Digital Marketer position is a unique opportunity to embark on a comprehensive marketing training programme. This role covers Word Press training, mastering technical website optimisation and creating content for clients socials. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, you'll develop the skills necessary to craft and implement effective marketing strategies.

Comprehensive training and day-to-day support will be provided by the GEKKOSHOT marketing team. This placement offers the opportunity to gain real industry experience while building confidence and developing skills relevant to future careers in digital marketing, business administration and content creation.

As there is a small office dog on-site, applicants should be comfortable working around dogs and ensure they have no allergies that would be affected.

• Assist in updating and editing website content.
• Create engaging content for various social media platforms including graphics, posts, and stories to increase audience engagement and brand visibility.
• Monitor social media trends to ensure content is timely and relevant.
• Assist in developing social media strategies and campaigns.
• Working with video files.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent with computers and online platforms (email, social media, basic Excel/Sheets).
• Competent with social media platforms, with a keen interest in Instagram and Tiktok particularly.
• Organised and able to manage tasks independently with guidance.
• Enthusiasm for digital marketing and social media.
• Willingness to learn and take part in training and mentoring.
• A love of dogs and enthusiasm for working with pet-focused content.
• Basic understanding of Word Press is a plus.
• Familiarity with Canva, or similar digital tools.
• Confidence in using Instagram, Tik Tok and other social media platforms for brand promotion.
• Interest in animal-related or lifestyle brands.
• A passion for content creation whether that's writing, photography, video or social storytelling.

The Employer is: GEKKOSHOTJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information
- Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

- Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

- Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.

The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on .

Vacancy  Job Sector IT,Marketing,Media, Print and Design Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £ 7.55, 18-20 £ 10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 27/10/2025 Closing date 05/12/2025 Worktime Monday to Friday, between 9am - 5pm (exact pattern to be agreed with successful candidate)

Area:
Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025