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Closing date for applications: Monday 28th April at 11.59pmSalary: £29,526 per annumWorking hours: 41 hours per week (inclusive of a 1 hour lunch break per day)Location: John Paul Getty Jr. Conservation Centre, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire&nbsp;Duration: 18 months&nbsp;Start date: Monday 2nd June 2025 &nbsp; Learn about the use of analogue and digital technologies. Used in the preservation and archiving of Film, Video, and TV, through this paid 18-month entry level role at the British Film Institute’s National Archive.The <a href="https://www.bfi.org.uk/bfi-national-archive" target="_blank">BFI National Archive</a> is one of the largest and oldest film archives in the world, containing material from 1895 to the present day. It holds hundreds of thousands of films, videos and digital items representing the nation’s moving image screen heritage. The BFI is on a mission to make itself the world’s most open archive, reframing the public’s relationship with the collections and focusing on the diversity of its audiences.As a trainee archive technology technician, you will join the BFI National Archive team for an 18-month programme. You will undergo comprehensive hands-on training in the maintenance, servicing, and cleaning of both vintage and contemporary film, video, and audio equipment. Working closely with the experienced archive technology team as well as video and audio conservation specialists, you will develop proficiency with film scanners, inspection tables, winding tables, and analogue video and audio tape machines.&nbsp;You'll learn to operate, clean, and maintain both vintage and modern film, video and audio equipment. Your training will focus on developing skills in equipment care, calibration, and operation for tasks such as cleaning, scanning, digitising, and preserving film and video assets. You'll work with equipment used to process materials from the national collection as well as projects submitted by commercial clients, gaining hands-on experience in archive technology maintenance and operation.You will gain in-depth knowledge of various video and audio formats and digitisation methods. Including technologies such as 1-inch and 2-inch open reel, D3 video, ¼ inch and ½ inch audio formats, magnetic film and a range of other film formats. Throughout your training, you will build a thorough understanding of archive technology equipment used in film, video, and audio preservation. Additionally, you will learn essential health and safety protocols for working with electrical and electronic equipment and handling diverse film, video, and audio formats.Occasional visits to other Conservation, Conferences and/ or Screen Heritage institutions are also part of the 18-month training programme. What could this lead to?Successful completion of this traineeship could lead to a wide range of careers across various sectors, including roles such as archive technology engineer at the BFI or within one of the many regional or national archives in the UK or abroad. Other potential pathways include positions in electronics, engineering, post-production, research, or education. The BFI’s <a href="https://blog.bfi.org.uk/" target="_blank">Screen Culture 2033</a> vision may also provide further insight into future opportunities. What you will learn<ul><li>Safely clean and maintain vintage film winding and inspection equipment</li><li>Start to understand the ethics of film and video conservation and working with a National Collection</li><li>Interact with the Collections Systems Database, to track equipment and parts, films and video tapes</li><li>Support the operation of modern digital film scanners (for films of various formats)</li><li>Learn about analogue video and audio equipment and formats and their digitisation</li><li>Work with a diverse range of people and teams giving you a broad understanding of film and video conservation</li><li>Learn about operation and maintenance of industrial film processors</li><li>You will be given time to record and reflect on your learning and experience gained.</li></ul> &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>An interest in the technology of film, photography, video, audio, analogue or digital</li><li>An interest in or previous experience in 3D printing</li><li>Curiosity! A desire to ask and find out why is a core skill of the role, combined with the ability to accept that sometimes we can’t know all the answers. You might have good research skills from education or a previous role.</li><li>Excellent manual dexterity with the ability to handle equipment with care</li><li>Experience in electronics, engineering, video and audio technology, arts, crafts, or model making</li><li>A desire to know how equipment works. With an interest in analogue and vintage electronics and machinery</li><li>You must have a keen interest, in equal measure, with old technologies and cutting-edge digital ones</li><li>You must be curious and careful, having a respect and appreciation for old and obsolete equipment, that may test your patience. This may teach you as much about yourself and how you like to work, as it does the equipment you’ll work with</li><li>Good problem-solving skills and an investigative nature</li><li>Good writing skills with a desire to write technical or qualitative information that will be understood in years to come</li><li>Excellent organisation skills demonstrated in previous experience, with experience of Microsoft M365</li><li>Strong communication skills and demonstrable experience of team working, are essential</li><li>Proactive approach to personal development</li><li>Minimum level 2 equivalent for English and Maths.</li></ul> Desirable<ul><li>A basic understanding of video and audio file formats, compression and file conversion</li><li>An aptitude for working with new and changing technologies, for example Non-Linear Editing systems such as Da Vinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro and video capture</li><li>The ability to pay close attention to detail, whilst holding the big picture in mind</li><li>A desire to accurately describe equipment, especially in written form – this could come from experience in education, cataloguing, inventory writing etc.</li></ul>&nbsp;<dl><dt> Unique elements or circumstances in this role include:<ul><li>Most of your time will be spent working with the equipment at the Conservation Centre, which means opportunities to work from home are limited</li><li>This is a two-way pilot initiative where the BFI wants to learn from your experiences as much as you learn from it, because they want to develop their knowledge-sharing practices and develop methods to pass these skills, knowledge and experience to a new generation</li><li>BFI encourages reflective practice and knowledge sharing as part of its work. It supports trainees to participate in activities designed to improve collective practice.</li></ul></dt></dl> &nbsp;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>Please specify at the top of your cover letter if you wish to be considered as a part of the Disability Confident scheme outlined below, as this information will be shared with the BFI</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> We welcome and encourage applications from candidates 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,&nbsp;or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: disabled people,&nbsp;people with the characteristic of gender reassignment,&nbsp;individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.The BFI is a Disability Confident employer, meaning they are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing disabled people.&nbsp;Creative Access will endeavour to longlist and progess to interview all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for this opportunity.&nbsp;Creative Access offers&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/career-support-programme" target="_blank">programmes of training, networking and support</a>&nbsp;specifically designed for people from these under-represented groups.

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Deadline: Applications are due to close on Monday 28th April 2025 at 11.59pmLocation: Osterley, TW7 5QDDuration: 1 year, consisting of two rotationsStart date: October 2025Salary: £32,000 per annum&nbsp; &nbsp;Could you help Sky Design turn an idea into the next big thing?If you're unsure what path to take in product design or switching careers, you're in the right place. Join Sky Design and get the skills and experience to help shape your career.This team designs the experience at the heart of the home, weaving multiple vertical products into a single horizontal platform for partners, and a world-class in-home experience for customers. Its full-stack design team encompasses UX &amp; UI designers, industrial designers, content strategists and writers, user researchers, software engineers, and so much more — all focused on quality in even the tiniest details, so the sum total of the in-home experience is excellent for all customers.This year-long opportunity allows you to explore different areas within Sky Design:<ul><li>Entertainment&nbsp;- putting entertainment at the heart of the home by creating immersive, personalised, and accessible experiences.</li><li>Sports - creating world-class, personalised sports experiences that connect fans to their favourites and give them the best seat in the house.</li><li>New Products - designing the next wave of global experiences in gaming, health, fitness, education, travel, social, immersive, and more.</li><li>Commerce - enabling a scalable, world-class, global commerce experience that is the platform of choice for operators, partners and customers.</li><li>Platform - defining, driving, and establishing the Heart of the Home experience as the world’s most connected platform.</li><li>Experimentation - designing the possible, transforming abstract ideas and concepts into tangible experiences with a user-centric, problem-solving design approach.</li></ul> &nbsp;What you'll be doing<ul><li>Become one of the team, working on real projects that shape the products we make.</li><li>Work with the Lead and Senior designers who will support and mentor you to discover your new career.</li><li>Learn how to use design tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Userzoom, and more.</li><li>Develop your presentation skills and discover how to communicate your design ideas to others.</li><li>Work with UX researchers on planning and conducting research, learning how to analyse data and produce impactful insights that can be used to improve our user’s experience</li><li>Get stuck into design processes and learn about giving and receiving feedback.</li></ul> &nbsp;Skills you'll learn<ul><li>Visual design - creating a winning look &amp; feel for our user interfaces and products</li><li>Wireframing &amp; prototyping – building the bones of the product on which everything hangs</li><li>User research - Uncover user needs and get close to the customer using a wide variety of research methods</li><li>Motion &amp; interaction design - creating movement and novel ways of interacting with products</li><li>Information architecture – working out the structure of what our users see</li><li>UX Copy - carefully scrutinising and contemplating each and every word our customers interact with.</li></ul> &nbsp;What we’re looking for<ul><li>You might already have a design related degree or experience, or you might have some less formal learning. We’re ready to help you learn whatever your level.</li><li>Lifelong learner – you’re learning every day and thirsty to know more.</li><li>Passionate about design – you're excited about creating things – both visually and conceptually. You’ve got a good eye for the detail but you can also step back and see the bigger picture when you need to.</li><li>Curious – you’re dying to know what’s going on in the head of your user. You ask questions and you’re fascinated by the answers.</li><li>New perspectives – you bring your ideas to work and share them liberally.</li><li>Someone you love to work with – you're a person we can get along with. You communicate your ideas and designs well. You share the Sky Design team values: Play Nice, Serious Fun, Be Bold and Captivated by Customers.</li><li>Can-do attitude - you’re not afraid to muck in and do what needs to be done, with a healthy sense of passion. Sometimes you even do things that scare you.</li><li>Some examples of your previous work that you can show off (e.g. a portfolio).</li></ul> To apply<ul><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&nbsp;application&nbsp;form</li><li>The application form includes, a CV, cover letter, motivational questions and the opportunity to upload your design portfolio. We are really interested in projects or pieces of work that you have created and the process you took to create these.</li><li>Once you have completed and submitted the&nbsp;form, you can no longer amend your&nbsp;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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> &nbsp;How you’ll grow and be supportedWe’ve created a brand-new learning experience&nbsp;which will help you grow into your role with the right tools and support (of course). The development programme supports you with:<ul><li>Growth - Every project and role you take on will be a chance to learn and grow. And you’ll be supported by passionate colleagues along the way.</li><li>Confidence - Whatever your background, you can make a valuable and valued contribution. You’ll build confidence by getting involved and stepping outside of your comfort zone.</li><li>Belonging - You’re trusted to own your day, but there’s always someone on hand to make sure you succeed. With fellow grads, inspiring each other to think big and take action. Or with your manager and wider Sky team to help build your own unique career.</li></ul>Plus, you’ll have access to a range of tools, from workshops to digital courses to help you along the way. &nbsp; &nbsp;Why Inclusion is importantIt’s our people that make Sky Europe’s leading entertainment company. That’s why we work hard to be an inclusive employer, so everyone at Sky can be their best. CVs aren’t everything. We’re more focused on who you are and the potential what you’ll bring to Sky.We celebrate diversity because different people, with different perspectives make Sky a better business. Our customers are exceptionally diverse, so we should be, too.Creative Access also offers&nbsp;<a href="https://programmes%20of%20training,%20networking%20and%20support" target="_blank">programmes of training, networking and support</a> specifically designed for people from under-represented groups. &nbsp;EligibilityIt’s a crucial requirement that you have a degree or degree equivalent (or are about to complete one) and are aged 18 and over by October 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK by the start date of the programme. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this programme.If you are successful in your application for this programme, your appointment will be subject to receiving a positive outcome from your Criminal Record Check. &nbsp;The perksThere’s a reason people can’t stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our phenomenal range of benefits really are something special, here are our highlights: free NOWTV, a generous pension, 25 days paid annual leave, discounted Mobile, broadband, private health care and access to Peace of Mind through Aviva’s mental health pathway. You'll also gain access to our Discounts portal where you can access up to 800 high street and specialist retailers.Sky Learn - Our new, group-wide learning platform, bringing all content under one roof, so developing new skills is simpler for everyone. You can search by skill and find courses, videos, podcasts and more, giving you greater control over your own development and future career.Osterley campus - On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.Support Network&nbsp;- Whatever path you choose we’ll be right there with you. You’ll get to team up with a graduate who’s been there and done it and have a manager who’ll stretch and guide you to where you want to go. All this plus the support of the Early Careers team who will be on hand from your first day through to the start of your post programme career journey.

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