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Web content editor apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • a college course
  • an apprenticeship
  • working towards this role


    • University

    You may have an advantage if you do a degree in journalism, English, digital media or marketing. Other degree subjects will be acceptable to employers as long as you've got an excellent standard of written English. You'll usually need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree.


    College
    You could take a college course, to get some of the skills you'll need when looking for a job. Courses include: 

    • A-Level English 
    • Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Digital Media 
    • Level 3 Diploma in Digital Marketing

    You may need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a Level 3.

    Apprenticeship
    You could do a Level 3 apprenticeship as a junior content producer. You'll usually need: 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths.

    Work
    You may be able to train on the job in a digital editorial assistant role. You’ll find it easier to get a job if you've got examples of your work, like online articles and blog or forum contributions. Some employers may expect you to have experience of the subject or insight about the audiences the website is aimed at. You'll also usually need to show you’ve experience of: 

    • writing to a style guide, including using plain English 
    • identifying user needs 
    • using project management methods like agile
    • working on marketing campaigns like email and online advertising
    • using guidelines on copyright, privacy and web accessibility
    • basic HTML web content management systems(CMS) 
    • search engine optimisation (SEO) 
    • web measurement tools like Google Analytics More Information

    Web content editor apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • knowledge of English language 
    • knowledge of media production and communication 
    • the ability to read English 
    • excellent verbal communication skills 
    • to be thorough and pay attention 
    • to detail excellent written communication skills 
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • to be flexible and open to change 
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

    Web content editor apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    Your day-to-day duties might include: 

    • working with the client, using test sites to see which ideas best suit their needs 
    • building the framework or 'architecture' of the site 
    • making sure the new site can be smoothly integrated into the client's existing network 
    • working on the site's appearance 
    • dealing with user access and security testing the site under construction to find and fix any problems
    Working environment
    You could work from home, at a client's business or in an office.

    Career path and progression - Web content editor apprenticeships

    With experience, you could move into editorial team management or general information management roles. You could also work on a freelance basis, and set up your own business. With further training, you may have the option to move into related areas, like website development, design or training.

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    There are lots of benefits to apprenticeships, here are our top 5:

    • Paid Training
      Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
    • Range of career opportunities
      There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
    • Earn & learn
      As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday and sick pay.
    • Great career prospects
      Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
    • Learn on the job
      There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job - whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables or building engines!

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