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Sign up by: Tuesday 30th December 2025Event date: Tuesday 13th January 2026Location:&nbsp; BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations. We will also be running an Insight Day in Belfast – the date for this will be announced later this year.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

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BBC Open Music - Glasgow insight day

Sign up by: Sunday 23rd November 2025Event date: Thursday 4th December 2025Location: BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations. We will also be running an Insight Day in Belfast – the date for this will be announced later this year.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

BBC Open Music - Birmingham insight day

Closing date to sign up: Wednesday 26th November 2025, 5.00pmEvent date &amp; time: Wednesday 3rd December 2025, 1–3pm&nbsp; Are you an early-careers designer looking to give your portfolio a boost? This is your chance to gain tailored feedback and advice on your work directly from Penguin Books UK industry professionals.As part of Work in Publishing Week, Creative Access will be hosting online portfolio review sessions with designers and art directors from Penguin Books UK. The aim is to support early career designers from Black, Asian, and ethnically diverse backgrounds, and help them develop their portfolios. This initiative forms part of Penguin's commitment to increasing representation within design. What to expectIf selected, you will be matched with a Penguin designer or art director for a 20-minute online portfolio review. This will take place on Wednesday 3 December between 1pm and 3pm. You will have the opportunity to receive feedback on your work, ask for advice on building or strengthening your portfolio, and ask questions about creative development and careers.Participants are encouraged to bring:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>A full portfolio or a single piece of work&nbsp;(work-in-progress pieces are fully acceptable)</li><li>Questions about creative development or career direction&nbsp;</li></ul> What you will gain<ul><li>Constructive, supportive feedback on your portfolio or piece of work</li><li>Suggested development pathways to strengthen your design skills</li><li>Insight into publishing design roles</li><li>Greater confidence and clarity around your creative career</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload as one document your CV, a link to your portfolio or an example of your work, and a short cover letter of no more than 250 words answering the following question: “How would attending this session support you in progressing in your design career?” (applications without answers will not be accepted.)</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact or apply via the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this opportunity to Creative Access at this address: <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.

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Closing date to sign up: Monday 8th December 2025 at 5.00pmEvent date and time: Tuesday 9th December 2025 from 6-8pm (doors open at 5.30pm)Location: Runway East 24-28 Bloomsbury Way, High Holborn, WC1A 2SN Join us for our final masterclass of 2025, where we’ll be joined by the award-winning team behind Race Across The World, one of the BBC’s most ambitious and inspiring factual entertainment series.We’ll be welcoming a cross-team panel from Studio Lambert, the powerhouse production company behind Race Across The World, The Traitors and Squid Game: The Challenge for Netflix. The panel will take us behind the scenes of Race Across The World to uncover how the show’s unique mix of adventure, emotion and storytelling comes to life, from casting real people with extraordinary connections, to filming under pressure across continents, to bringing the entire series together in the edit.You’ll gain insider insights into the world of unscripted television, hear about the challenges and triumphs of working on global productions, and learn what it takes to create gripping TV that captures the hearts of millions.Watch the trailer → <a href="https://vimeo.com/1131330981?share=copy&amp;fl=sv&amp;fe=ci" target="_blank">https://vimeo.com/1131330981?share=copy&amp;fl=sv&amp;fe=ci</a> Introducing our panel:<ul><li>Maria Kennedy – production executive, Studio Lambert - from wrangling magicians to orchestrating globe-spanning challenges, Maria’s career has taken her from magic to mountains. Now a permanent member of Studio Lambert, she brings a wealth of experience managing high-stakes international shoots — including multiple series of Race Across The World.</li><li>Sabeh Bali – producer/director - having worked on Race Across The World, Survivor UK, and SAS: Who Dares Wins, Sabeh knows how to capture adventure and emotion in the toughest filming conditions. Expect honest insights into directing on the move and keeping storytelling authentic under pressure.</li><li>Zyreeta Abadji – casting &amp; welfare executive, Studio Lambert - with credits spanning Race Across The World, 007’s Road to a Million and Secret Life of 4 Year Olds, Zyreeta is the heart behind the show’s unforgettable duos. She’ll reveal what makes a perfect pairing and how to find real people with extraordinary stories.</li></ul>Come along to put your questions to the experts, network with Studio Lambert staff, and connect with others in the Creative Access community. After the panel, stick around for drinks and networking with fellow creatives, producers, and storytellers — the perfect opportunity to make new connections and chat all things television.Places are limited – secure your spot now! This event is aimed at people who are under-represented 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: disabled people, individuals with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.

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Sign up by: Thursday 8th January 2026Event date: Thursday 22nd January 2026Location: BBC MediaCityUK, Salford &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations. We will also be running an Insight Day in Belfast – the date for this will be announced later this year.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

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