Digital Design Apprentice Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

My role involves shadowing senior designers, helping alongside them to make pitch documents, completing internal presentations, and attending design and bid related meetings.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Since joining my apprenticeship I have learnt how to use the different types of software within the creative cloud and how to create a bespoke designed document.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my apprenticeship as I'm surrounded by enthusiastic creative people who are always willing to learn and develop their skills.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is well structured, I have a dedicated study day, monthly progress reviews and support for when I need assistance with my studies.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive constant one-to-one support from my manager and additional senior design buddies.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My training provider provides support during my study day and throughout the week when needed - ensuring I'm confident and on track when working towards my qualifications.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The qualification I'm working towards through my training provider helps me to perform better in my role immensely as it breaks down the key tools and skills for each of the types of software within the creative cloud - which is essential in my role.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, there are plenty of extra-curricular activities for whatever you enjoy.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Savills is a great company to work for as you're a part of a community, which provides great support to their employees and loads of room for development and progression.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?

Be enthusiastic and honest.