Seven years ago, Aaron Cork found himself working in a retail job having just completed a year out after his A levels. But what he really wanted to do was to pursue something design/digital-based. So, he reached out to Bournemouth and Poole College who began the two-month process of matching him for an apprenticeship in several digital marketing companies.

Aaron’s very first interview was with us, krow kinetic (known as RLA at the time). He knew immediately our company was a perfect fit for his ambitions, and we agreed. Cancelling his other interviews, he began working a four-day week with us learning on the job while using every Thursday to study for his BCS and CRM qualifications at the College.

Receiving regular support from his line manager, Aaron was inspired by doing real projects and discovered he was learning quickly, building confidence and feeling part of the team. But with the 18-month apprenticeship deadline approaching fast, he knew he needed to smash it to be in with a chance of getting a job at the end as it wasn’t guaranteed.

When the big day came, we recognised that Aaron loved what he did and worked hard, so we offered him a permanent position as a junior front-end developer, with a respectable salary to match. Working across a mixture of clients and honing his self-initiated design skills, he steadily climbed the ladder in the creative department. 

Today, Aaron is now our Digital Marketing Production Manager. He is proud of how far he has come, and equally proud to stand as an example of how the apprenticeship system can, and does, deliver great careers for those who want to put the work in. 

If you are interested in beginning an exciting career with a potential apprenticeship at krow kinetic, please contact samantha.smith@krowgroup.com.