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Closing date for applications: 2nd January 2026Salary: £24,328.00Reports to: Senior picture editorDepartment: MarketingLocation: LeedsNumber of roles: 1Start date: September 2026 From photo-shoots to final edits, learn how Channel 4 creates the images that bring its shows to life and promote its programming.If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.&nbsp;The Pictures Team sits within the Marketing department and is responsible for all of Channel 4’s imaging needs. It is responsible for the sourcing, editing, production and distribution of images for use across internal and external platforms to promote Channel 4, including our streaming platform, third-party platforms, social media, the external media, and wider corporate use.Working with programme commissioners, producers, celebrities and some of the country’s best photographers, the Pictures Team develops ideas and concepts for photo shoots on location and in a studio. The team is then responsible for producing, designing, art-working and distributing imagery from these shoots. This is as well as liaising with production companies and studios to acquire programme imagery, and also sourcing screen grabs from Channel 4 content. All images are then used to promote Channel 4 programming on the Channel 4 streaming platform and third-party platforms such as Apple TV, Amazon Fire and Sky, as well as in the wider media. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Design, artwork and create eye-catching imagery utilising existing Channel 4 assets for a wide range of content.</li><li>Ensure all images meet technical specifications, quality standards and brand consistency across outputs.</li><li>Caption, tag and store created images accurately within the team’s asset management system.</li><li>Maintain organised file structures and naming conventions to support efficient workflows.</li><li>Manage internal requests for the supply of images, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.</li><li>Liaise professionally with internal teams and external partners, including picture desks, to fulfil image needs.</li><li>Work to various creative guidelines both internally and externally.</li><li>Assist Picture Producers in the creative development of ideas for photoshoots.</li><li>Support the creation of decks and presentations to showcase and pitch the team’s work and ideas.</li><li>Represent the Picture Team professionally across the wider creative department.</li><li>Through in-house training, develop the skills and confidence to deliver creative image solutions for Channel 4 shows.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Verbal and written communication skills<ul><li>Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team.</li><li>Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.</li></ul></li><li>Attention to detail - e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.</li><li>Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.</li><li>An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's<a href="https://www.channel4.com/corporate/about-4/what-we-do/channel-4s-remit" target="_blank"> remit</a></li><li>Confident managing multiple tasks with tight deadlines</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Proactive self starter comfortable working autonomously, setting yourself small creative challenges</li><li>Comfortable using AI tooling for image ideation and creation</li><li>Passion for photography and has an interest in design / image creation</li><li>Able to critically assess imagery and offer suggestions on ways to improve images</li><li>Comfortable using different types of technology (Mac, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe CC suite) and able to learn how to use new technology confidently&nbsp;</li></ul> About our apprenticeshipsOur Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our recent YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLQuhYRC31g" target="_blank">How to Write an Outstanding Application</a>.<ul><li>Qualification offered with this apprenticeship: <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeship-standards/st0105-v1-1" target="_blank">Content Creator Level 3</a></li><li>Length of apprenticeship: 15 months</li></ul> Am I eligible to apply?<ul><li>You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.</li><li>You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths &amp; English GCSE</li><li>You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level</li><li>Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website&nbsp;</li></ul> Channel 4 behavioursAt Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.<ul><li>Include We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm-in-arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand.</li><li>Innovate Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge positive and embrace change. Experiment &amp; take smart risks.</li><li>Grow Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives.</li><li>Get it done Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution-finder, not a finger-pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.</li></ul> Alternative application formatsWe are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at <a href="mailto:apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk" target="_blank">apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk</a>&nbsp;Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking <a href="https://careers.channel4.com/4skills/support" target="_blank">here</a>. You can also watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyCCQAp4jwg&amp;t=1s" target="_blank">Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments</a>.&nbsp; Additional QuestionsPlease remember to complete the additional application questions by uploading a Word or PDF attachment. These questions really help us get to know you better and we won’t be able to consider your application without them.<ol><li>Referring to the essential criteria listed on the job description, (which are all skills and experiences we deem important to thrive as a C4 apprentice), please use examples to demonstrate how you meet these (feel free to draw on academic, personal and professional experiences). (500 words max)</li><li>Can you share with us what representation and inclusion mean to you personally, and why you think they’re important? (300 words max)</li><li>Please share a list of your current qualifications, including those you expect to obtain before the September 2026&nbsp;start of this apprenticeship. We require this information to ensure your eligibility for the apprenticeship you are applying for.</li><li>Take a look at Channel 4 streaming (<a href="https://www.channel4.com/" target="_blank">https://www.channel4.com</a>/) to pick an image or a couple of images, and tell us what made them stand out to you. (150 words) </li><li>Tell us about a recent image you saw anywhere that really stood out to you and why? (This image can be absolutely anything and should not relate to Channel 4) (150 words)</li><li>As the apprenticeship will involve you balancing a busy job as well as doing a qualification, can you tell us about a time when you have had to display strong time management skills? (300 words)</li><li>Sum yourself up in a tweet (280 characters)</li></ol> RelocationIf you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation. The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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