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Closing date for applications: Sunday 3rd August at 11.59pmDuration: 12 monthsProgramme start date: Monday 8th September 2025 Are you a freelancer working in Film or TV looking to access professional development and thrive in your career? Unlock your potential through mentoring, training and networking opportunities with this exciting programme.Creative Access is partnering with the <a href="https://www.bfi.org.uk/" target="_blank">British Film Institute</a> to provide 5 fully funded places on our <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/thrive-programme/" target="_blank">Thrive: development programme</a> for freelance professionals working within the Film and TV industry who are at mid-level in their careers. The BFI champions a diverse and inclusive UK screen industry that truly reflects the world we live in. Through funding, education and advocacy, the BFI works to support a more equitable and representative film and moving image sector. This partnership with Creative Access is part of the BFI’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future leadership of the industry. About the programme &nbsp;The Thrive: development programme is an outstanding programme of leadership training, networking and support for individuals at mid-level career stage (c.3-8 years of experience) working in the creative industries.The year-long programme will commence in September 2025 and includes:  &nbsp;<ul><li>Training in areas including developing your leadership presence, navigating a successful freelance career, confidence &amp; presence, managing yourself and others, and understanding organisational and freelance finances.   </li><li>Mentoring from a senior professional in your desired career field for 6 months.  </li><li>Networking events specifically targeted at mid-level career stage and an exclusive film screening and Q&amp;A event with the BFI. </li><li>Free / discounted tickets from partner companies and addition to the BFI inclusion mailing list for events &amp; opportunities, including international events, discounted / free passes to festivals and sector support opportunities.</li></ul>Participants can expect to increase influence, develop new skills for career progression and have increased confidence to advocate for equal access to training, pay rises and promotions. You’ll also be able to build contacts and working relationships across sectors and take strides to achieve career objectives.The programme is open to freelancers working across the UK, with opportunities to attend training either online or in London in person. This opportunity is designed for those who: &nbsp;<ul><li>Are currently freelancing, and have been for at least 6 months  </li><li>Work within the film and TV sector and identify as being at mid-level in their career (c.3-8 years of experience)  </li><li>Have some experience of coordinating or managing projects   </li><li>Are interested in developing new skills to help progress their career  </li><li>Want to connect with a group of like-minded individuals with similar goals  </li><li>Identify as being from an under-represented group in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: deaf, disabled or neurodivergent talent, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers&nbsp;</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>You must be a freelance professional working in any role within the film and television sector</li><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>After clicking the 'Apply' button, you will be directed to the application form </li><li>Please answer the questions and upload an up-to-date CV</li></ul>If you require any access support while completing the application form or would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format (e.g. video or audio recording), please email <a href="mailto:programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> to discuss further. Questions?For any queries or for further information, please contact <a href="mailto:programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">programmes@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>

Creative Access

About Creative Access

Creative Access x BFI – Thrive: development programme for freelancers working in TV and Film

Closing date for applications: 17th August 2025Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum (based on profile and experience) Location: Remote within the United Kingdom Duration: Initial 18-month contract, with a view to becoming permanent Bring your digital and social media skills to a mission driven team, shaping global climate conversations and supporting researchers across the Global South.The Degrees Initiative is a UK-based NGO that builds the capacity of developing countries to evaluate solar radiation modification (SRM), a controversial proposal for reducing some impacts of climate change by reflecting sunlight away from the Earth. Degrees is neutral on whether SRM should ever be used, but we believe that developing countries should be empowered to conduct their own research and to play a central role in SRM discussions. This is a unique opportunity to shape global conversations on climate science by empowering researchers in developing countries to publish and communicate their work, collaborating with some of the world’s leading SRM experts.&nbsp;We are looking for a candidate with strong digital skills and social media experience. The ideal candidate will have experience creating content for social and web, managing website content and systems, and working with digital media (photos and video). The digital communications officer will report to the communications manager and collaborate with teams across the organisation (policy engagement, programmes, fundraising) and with our researcher teams across the Global South.&nbsp; Responsibilities&nbsp;Social media&nbsp;<ul><li>Manage day-to-day social media posting across current channels (LinkedIn, X, Bluesky), posting content that aligns with our tone of voice and brand guidelines </li><li>Monitor social media and traditional media for mentions of Degrees and the wider topic of SRM, identifying trends and opportunities</li><li>Evaluate social media performance and recommend potential new strategies and platforms, driven by data as well as awareness of Degrees’ position&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Content creation&nbsp;<ul><li>Edit short videos of our researchers for social media and the website</li><li>Design graphics for social media, reports, presentations and events, using tools such as Canva or InDesign</li><li>Write news, profiles, and announcements for the website&nbsp;</li></ul>Website&nbsp;<ul><li>Act as primary website administrator, keeping the website up to date by editing and adding new pages as required</li><li>Maintain content consistency across the website, especially as we redevelop our site and move to a new platform (WordPress, with Gutenberg editor)</li><li>Assist with website content migration using a good understanding of website database management systems (e.g. Jet Engine, ACF)</li><li>Use analytics to monitor website performance and suggest SEO improvements (Google Analytics)&nbsp;</li></ul>Team support&nbsp;<ul><li>Create and maintain templates for documents, presentations, etc., to ensure consistency across visual products</li><li>Compile and deliver the quarterly newsletter (using MailChimp)</li><li>Organise and maintain media asset folders (photos, videos, recordings) with clear tagging</li><li>Support other teams (policy engagement, programmes, fundraising) with communications products as required&nbsp;</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Proven experience in digital communications, including social media management and content creation</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to responsible communications that are message-led rather than trend-led</li><li>Proficiency in digital communications tools, such as Canva and Adobe Suite</li><li>Experience using content management systems to edit website content and maintain digital assets, such as WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, etc.</li><li>Experience applying branding and visual identity across a range of products</li><li>A cooperative mindset; ability to work effectively within a small, multidisciplinary team</li><li>Comfortable working in a remote team</li><li>Ability to juggle several projects at once, sometimes with short deadlines</li><li>Ability to travel occasionally within the UK and abroad&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>A degree in a relevant field, such as communications, journalism, international development, or a climate-related field</li><li>Experience in the non-governmental organisation/charity space and/or in dedicated science and climate communications</li><li>Familiarity with climate change research and debates, and solar geoengineering or solar radiation modification specifically</li><li>Experience communicating complex and controversial topics that require thoughtful handling</li><li>Demonstrated experience in collaborating with scientists or in communicating scientific topics</li><li>Experience managing and organising digital assets, including photos, videos and website content</li><li>Experience working in a remote team</li><li>Proficiency in an additional language that is widely spoken in the Global South (e.g., Spanish, French, Portuguese)</li></ul> We welcome applications from members of communities who are historically under-represented in the climate, science and development sectors.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Degrees Initiative

Digital communications officer

Closing date for applications: 11th August 2025Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Location: This role can be based at our Sheffield, London, or Edinburgh office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Bring your editorial experience and passion for social justice to a values-led publisher, taking projects from initial concept to final publication.Jessica Kingsley Publishers is an award-winning, global publisher with a strong social justice agenda. We believe in empowering individuals through information and knowledge and aim to drive social change by celebrating diversity and equality for all. We have long been known for our pioneering publishing; we publish in the social and mental health sciences and have a market-leading portfolio of books on the autism spectrum; more recently we’ve broken new ground with our publishing in gender diversity and Chinese medicine under the Singing Dragon imprint.We publish books of excellence and lasting value written by authors with passion and expertise. We're home to popular fiction and non-fiction writers alongside some of the most progressive new voices in publishing. Established in 1768 and with a rich and illustrious history, we are the oldest imprint in the business and oldest surviving trade list in British publishing.Jessica Kingsley Publishers is an imprint of John Murray Press, a&nbsp;division of Hachette, one of the largest publishing groups in the UK, with 11 publishing divisions and over 60 imprints. Everyone here is proud to be in the business of opening doors and minds. What you'll be doingYou will be responsible for taking projects through all stages of production up to publication, ensuring all products are produced on time, to budget and to a high quality, and communicating effectively with authors throughout the production process.You will foster and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues and external suppliers, briefing and overseeing the work of all freelance editors, typesetters, proofreaders and indexers, and collaborate closely with our team of production controllers to produce exceptional products. Who we are looking forYou will possess superb communication skills, a meticulous eye for detail, impeccable grammar and spelling and effective time-management skills. The role will offer scope for considerable autonomy and responsibility. Technical knowledge of digital formats and workflows is desirable but not essential. What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> Our commitmentThe Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a> Hachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds. If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

Production editor

Closing date for applications: Sunday 24th August at 11.59pmSalary: National Living WageDuration: 6 monthsWorking hours: Mon-Fri, 35 hours (flexible start/ end times between 8am and 6pm; 1 hour for lunch each day)Location: Edinburgh, UKStart date: 29th September 2025 Learn the ropes of academic publishing with this varied 6-month traineeship based in Edinburgh.&nbsp;<a href="https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/" target="_blank">Edinburgh University Press</a> is the premier Scottish publisher of academic books, ebooks and journals. Our ambition is to create a community of authors, editors, advisors and practitioners committed to publishing world-class academic research that amplifies the critical role of the humanities and social sciences in shaping the way we think about and tackle global and local issues. Sharing our University Press knowledge and expertise, we nurture every project from idea to publication and beyond, to maximise its influence and impact. We work with academics from across diverse backgrounds, and from early and mid-career researchers to professors, to give voice to a wide range of international perspectives. And we are building partnerships to create and deepen connections with our parent institution, the University of Edinburgh, and with wider civic society.The publishing trainee will be based in EUP’s books editorial department. They will have the full support of 3 experienced members of staff who will lead and guide them as they are introduced to life in an office setting. For the first month, they will spend most days of the week in our Edinburgh office to facilitate learning and development. After that they will follow our standard hybrid pattern (2 days per week minimum in our Edinburgh office and the option of being based either in the office or at home on the other 3 days).To ensure that the publishing trainee learns as much about academic publishing as possible, they will, while being based in our editorial team, also have monthly rotational placements in other EUP departments. This will include journals, marketing, sales, rights and production. They will spend 2 days a week in each department, alongside their 3 days per week in the editorial department, to gain further skills and see which area of publishing suits them best. What you will learnWithin each part of the placement the trainee will learn the fundamentals of academic publishing. Beyond that they will:<ul><li>Attend in-person academic committee meetings, conferences, book launches and sales conferences, in addition to gaining an understanding of the core functions of each department.</li><li>Learn how to manage a Title Management System, a CRM system, and use key partner platforms like MDL and Ingram iPage.</li><li>Build a fully rounded understanding of publishing.</li></ul>The trainee will be supported throughout the six months by experienced colleagues within the Press, an EUP buddy, and a mentor, as well as a learning and development budget (funded by EUP), supplementing the training covered by the Springboard programme, to help them prepare for work in the long term. Key activitiesOn a day-to-day basis, their main areas of training will cover:<ul><li>Contracts</li><li>The importance of author care</li><li>Peer review</li><li>How to...<ul><li>Keep book records up to date</li><li>Get books ready for paperback publication</li><li>Secure permissions for illustrations</li><li>Process payments</li><li>Prepare metadata for books before publication</li></ul></li><li>The implications of Open Access and AI</li><li>Developing their knowledge and customer-service skills to be able to answer general queries about our books.</li></ul>This will be supplemented with additional areas of training within the rotational placements in other EUP departments. What you will bring<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail</li><li>An understanding of the importance of a customer-focused culture</li><li>Prioritisation skills and the ability to meet deadlines and think creatively</li><li>Collaborative team player with a proactive approach</li><li>Digital skills including working with systems, using Microsoft Office, writing emails, and using AI tools appropriately</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is open to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates.This role is part-funded by the&nbsp;Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund which support internships for young talent from ethnicities that are under-represented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.

Edinburgh University Press

Publishing trainee

Do you love books? Do you think a career in publishing is for you? Then our courses are for you…This is a brilliant opportunity to apply for an industry-led course that would normally cost £250. The sponsored places available are ring-fenced for those who cannot afford the fees and are the first in their family to go to university, didn't go to university, and/or were eligible for free school meals, and/or are from outside the South East and/or have a disability. An Introduction to Book Publishing - August 26th-29th 2025This 4-day online course provides a comprehensive overview of the publishing industry and gives delegates a good understanding of the business. Taught by experts from across publishing, it provides an up-to-date, practical, and relevant look at the industry.&nbsp;Providing an insight into the structure of a publishing house and the main roles within it - including editorial and design, production, rights, sales and marketing. The course is delivered in real-time and helps the participants build connections and gives them the chance to ask the experts questions. Helping them to&nbsp;understand the publishing industry and identify the right role for them. To applyPlease send a covering letter and CV via the 'Apply' button at the top right of the page,&nbsp;explaining how the course will help you achieve your goals, and how you meet the criteria.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Bluebird Works Ltd

Introduction to Publishing course – sponsored places

Are you a budding creative looking to secure your first role? Do you want the opportunity to expand your skills in admin, research and more? Have you got an exciting new experience to add to your next application? Sign up now to attend our online group CV Consultations…<a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/" target="_blank">Creative Access</a>&nbsp;strives to help under-represented groups&nbsp;secure jobs and paid training opportunities in creative companies. One of the UK’s leading diversity organisations, we fill an essential gap in the current creative landscape. The creative industries are highly competitive and can seem extremely difficult to break into, especially if you don’t have the right connections to give you a helping hand. Creative Access is here to help open the door to the creative industries for those from under-represented backgrounds.As part of our training and support, we offer guidance from the moment you start looking for a role through our online group CV Consultations. Sign up to attend our next session, which will take place on the 11th September 2025 at 5pm. What you will learn<ul><li>How to best present your CV and covering letter</li><li>What to include in your application</li><li>How to update your CV and covering letter with any recent experience</li><li>How to create a portfolio</li><li>How to improve areas that might be letting you down in applications</li><li>Please note that whilst we are unable to individually provide feedback for all CV's received, you will also be able to ask the Recruitment Team any individual questions about your CV in the Q&amp;A section of the session.</li></ul> To apply&nbsp;<ul><li>Click 'apply' to upload your CV. If you are yet to make your own CV, please upload a blank document.</li><li>Our CV consultations are group sessions held remotely via Zoom. Please let us know if you have any special requirements ahead of the session.</li></ul>

Creative Access Group CV Session - 11th September 2025

Ready to build a marketing or creative career? Want to learn cutting-edge creative and AI skills?&nbsp;Adobe and General Assembly’s NEW AI Creative Skills Academy will give you the know-how to create and execute marketing and creative projects, leverage AI, build your portfolio, and stand out to employers. Best of all, it’s FREE for qualifying applicants.There are two courses on offer. Choose the track that’s right for you. It’s not just about the skills. It’s what you do with them.Both marketers and creatives get training on hitting that first big career goal – the first job or the first client.&nbsp;Each track concludes with the Career Launch Pad. This session will teach you how to enhance your CV and portfolio, prepare for interviews, build your personal brand, and more. AI Creative Skills for CreativesLearn skills and tools for visual arts, content editing, and video and audio production.Become a master at the capabilities of Adobe’s creative apps – including Adobe Firefly, Express, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro.&nbsp;8-WEEK PROGRAMNext start dates:<ul><li>2nd September 2025, 6–9pm BST</li></ul>*Timing is subject to change AI Creative Skills for MarketersLearn audience segmentation, channel strategy, campaign launches, and data analysis.&nbsp;Build your skills using Adobe tools, including Adobe Photoshop, Firefly, and Express.&nbsp;&nbsp;10-WEEK PROGRAMNext start dates:August 19th, 2025, 6–9 p.m. BST**Timing is subject to change Is this program a good fit for you?The AI Creative Skills Academy is FREE to qualifying applicants.About you:<ul><li>Age: 18–30</li><li>Income: &lt;£30,000 per year</li><li>Location: Resident of the UK</li><li>Education: Bachelors degree or lower</li><li>Profile: Part of a community underrepresented in tech—including ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities</li><li>Must demonstrate interest or experience in digital marketing, design, or creative skills</li><li>Access to WiFi and laptop</li><li>Willing to commit 8-12 hours per week for 8-10 weeks</li><li>For AI Creative Skills for Creatives: 1 year of experience with Adobe tools or equivalent practical experience</li><li>Technical Requirements: A computer that meets <a href="https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html" target="_blank">Adobe’s System Requirements</a> for the respective Adobe Creative Cloud products listed above.</li></ul> What’s the application process?Submit your application: Complete your initial interest form.Share info about you: Tell us more about you and your background.Get excited: We’ll review your application and get in touch with your acceptance status.&nbsp; We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;

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