Marketing Intern – Cape Town

About the role

Optivet, a leading company representing world‑leading sunglasses, optical frame and prescription lens brands, is seeking a motivated Marketing Intern to join its dynamic marketing team in Cape Town. The role offers a recent graduate or aspiring marketing professional the chance to gain hands‑on experience across brand management, trade marketing, social media, digital marketing, public relations, influencer marketing, events and product launches.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of brand and trade marketing activities for sunglasses, optical frames and prescription lenses.
• Support brand communication, advertising, social media, PR and digital marketing initiatives.
• Create and schedule content for Facebook and Instagram.
• Develop brochures, presentations, email campaigns and other marketing materials.
• Maintain and update brand websites with relevant content.
• Support product launches, promotions, training initiatives and visual merchandising.
• Coordinate marketing projects, timelines and campaign deliverables.
• Conduct market and competitor research and report on trends and opportunities.

Required profile

• Matric with a Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; proficiency in English and Afrikaans.
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Creative, enthusiastic, detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Positive, hardworking, self‑disciplined and adaptable.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams
• Canva (advantageous)
• Adobe Illustrator (advantageous)