Creative Digital Design Apprentice Review

by Matalan

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.1/10

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

Creative Digital Design Apprentice, working at Matalan's Knowsley Head Office. Hybrid of working from home and head office. Day-to-day basis includes work on email, social and web design channels.

8/10

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

I have developed skills on design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) My communication skills have improved through meetings and one to ones. University learning has developed my knowledge on design theories and more.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

6/10

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

I have received plenty of support from my line manager throughout my time on the degree apprenticeship

8/10

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

We have received support from our lecturers and skills coaches during our time on the degree apprenticeship

7/10

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

6/10

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.)

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Matalan to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because it is a hard working, collaborative workplace, that provides lots of support to their employees. It also offers a welcoming workplace, as I have experienced that myself.

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

Research your preferred job role, emphasise teamwork within CV, demonstrate your passion for your role and tailor your CV to match your job description.