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Closing date: 19th May 2024 at 11.59pmSalary: £19,061 via a training bursaryDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Hybrid with at least 3 days per week in the Bristol officeStart date: Mid-June to Early July 2024 If you are fascinated with the natural world and can’t wait to kickstart your career in TV, this researcher opportunity on a landmark wildlife series in Bristol could be the one for you.Blue Planet III is the third series for the BBC's multi-series blue-chip landmark Blue Planet - making six episodes of high-ambition, premium wildlife content. Nearly a decade after the release of BBC’s Blue Planet II, our oceans are going through rapid, unprecedented change on a monumental scale. Combining our deeper understanding of the oceans with a whole new generation of camera technology, Blue Planet III will reveal how our planet is changing faster than at any other time in human history and how ocean species are faring in the face of this change. They currently have a coveted opportunity for a trainee researcher to join their editorial team for a year working closely with the Researchers, Assistant Producers and Producers. This placement will provide an opportunity for you to gain an understanding of blue-chip Natural History filmmaking. What you will learn<ul><li>Learning natural history blue-chip storytelling techniques and what it takes to deliver a blue-chip sequence.</li><li>Development of natural history, specialist factual, and science research techniques.</li><li>Collaborative teamwork within a landmark series.</li><li>Opportunities to learn about the kit and deployment of crews to international locations.</li></ul> Key activities<ul><li>Helping to find new stories and working with the producer to interrogate their feasibility.</li><li>Helping set up &amp; prepare for a blue-chip natural history shoot.</li><li>Fact-finding, calling contributors and collaborators to find new information and check existing research notes.</li><li>Fact-checking scripts.</li><li>Reading relevant literature to help inform stories - writing up key points in an easy-to-digest form.</li><li>Looking for archives and learning about the different methods of securing and sourcing them.</li></ul> What we're looking for<ul><li>A good team player, hardworking and enthusiastic.</li><li>Strong research and writing skills.</li><li>Interest in the natural world, ideally the underwater world.</li><li>A knowledge and interest in environmental change around the planet.</li><li>Thorough process-driven approach to finding and progressing ideas.</li><li>Willingness to write documents and receive feedback to edit accordingly.</li><li>Collaborative and open to new ideas and learning.</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul>This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

BBC Studios Bristol

BBC Roath Lock Studios

MediaCity UK

BBC Studios Glasgow

BBC Studios

100 Years of the BBC

Top Gear

Trainee researcher – Blue Planet III

Application deadline: 5pm on Monday April 29th, 2024 Salary: London Living Wage and competitive benefits package (financial support for those travelling from afar available upon request) Location: Hybrid working between home and our London offices (roughly 2 days per week, to be discussed with the hiring manager)   Have you got plans for the summer? Make your mark by spending 8 weeks from July 1st – August 30th working at one of the largest publishers in the world. You’ll work on a paid independent project made especially for the internship programme - making decisions for yourself and contributing to our shared mission. With us you’ll find stability and support. Whatever project you’re placed on, you'll gain universally applicable skills that will equip you for wherever you go next. We’ll teach you about publishing and Penguin, just start here.  Read about the 2024 projects on our <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhousecareers.co.uk/your-career/internships/" target="_blank">careers site</a>.  Eligibility criteria Our books create belonging, embrace difference, and champion different perspectives. To achieve our mission to make books for everyone because a book can change anyone, we are seeking out new voices. If you identify as coming from a lower socio-economic background, this internship is for you. You’ll either have been eligible for free school meals, or at age 14 your highest-earning parent/guardian was not self-employed or in senior management, and was employed in one of the following categories: <ul><li>Technical and craft occupations such as: motor mechanic, fitter, inspector, plumber, printer, tool maker, electrician, gardener, train driver </li><li>Semi-routine manual and service occupations such as: postal worker, machine operative, security guard, caretaker, farm worker, catering assistant, receptionist, sales assistant </li><li>Routine manual and service occupations such as: HGV driver, van driver, cleaner, porter, packer, sewing machinist, messenger, labourer, waiter/waitress, bar staff </li><li>Unemployed but seeking work </li></ul>We recognise these are broad categories that generalise from the many hundreds of jobs out there, and they may not exactly fit your family situation. Please use your judgement when self-identifying. It’s not a requirement to have completed any formal work experience in or outside of the publishing industry or have a degree qualification.   Our application process We’re using the inclusive hiring platform Applied to ask three questions about the universal skills we call ‘qualities’. You’ll answer three questions on the platform.  If you’re successful you’ll submit a HireVue video to help us understand your project preferences and attend our online learning and selection day in May.  If you’re one of the shortlisted candidates, you’ll attend a Learning &amp; Selection Day with one interview on 22nd May and one group task on the 23rd May with your matched project team. You’ll be assessed on the rest of the qualities, get to know some of your potential colleagues, and come away with some helpful resources for the future. The successful candidates will start the onboarding process, ready for the 1st of July! We will provide reasonable adjustments to those with a disability at all stages of the recruitment process and encourage any requests that will make the process more comfortable for you.  For further information and the application link, please click the Apply button at the top right of the page.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

London

Penguin Random House

The Publishing Process

Summer internships at Penguin

Closing date for applications: Sunday 12th May at 11.59pmSalary: London Living WageWorking hours: 9am - 5pmDuration: 6 monthsStart date: June 2024Location: Hybrid with 4 days per week at the London studio near London Bridge Learn more about account management and the key principles of brand experience with this award-winning agency. <a href="https://avantgarde.net/en/" target="_blank">Avantgarde</a> is a leading Brand Experience agency that exists to create powerful brand experiences that shape brand relevance. Its mission is crafting stories, shaping spaces, creating fans. Creativity, consumer insight and pursuit of emerging trends and technologies is at the core of Avantgarde's work which they are proud to do for some amazing brands – including Jaguar Land Rover, World Rugby, Porsche, eBay, Honda, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Bridgestone, and La Espanola.As client service intern, you will play a supportive role to the wider team assisting in ensuring clients projects are managed effectively to time, target and budget. The internship provides the opportunity to develop work samples for a portfolio, and participants will see first-hand how experiential strategies are developed and implemented.  Key activities<ul><li>Gain a deeper understanding of principles behind Brand Experience and its merits within the marketing mix</li><li>Take an interest in clients' businesses and their competitors to develop an understanding of different industry landscapes</li><li>Support delivery of project work by coordinating and updating project management tasks and documentation as directed by line manager</li><li>Build relationships with wider teams internally, understanding their role within the overall delivery of a project</li><li>Support the delivery of key client and internal documents (e.g. meeting notes, status documents)</li><li>Build an understanding of agency processes to enable project support (e.g. finance processes, briefing documents)</li><li>Report and evaluate the success of a task against associated objectives</li><li>Provide accurate information to teams and third parties as required</li><li>Ensure key information is documented, saved, filed and accessible for all</li><li>Check with account lead that client purchase orders are in place before commencing work</li><li>Support in organising financial documents (PO’s, Invoices, Contracts etc)</li><li>Work collaboratively with internal and external teams, demonstrating a supportive, respectful, can-do attitude</li><li>Manage up and across the wider agency teams, ensuring knowledge is effectively shared and accessible</li><li>Understand how business conditions can affect client projects and offers relevant insights that contribute to how implement projects (e.g. providing competitor analysis) </li></ul> Who we are looking for<ul><li>Someone with an interest in learning more about brand experience, design and retail industries</li><li>Curious about developments within the industry, innovative technologies and consumer trends</li><li>Able to work independently through project tasks</li><li>Prioritise workloads to manage time effectively, communicating any changes to deadlines</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Proactive in researching and problem-solving issues that may arise</li><li>Able to adapt ways of working, communication styles and behaviours to find mutually beneficial outcomes</li><li>Listen actively with a curious and proactive mindset</li><li>Have a positive and flexible attitude to challenges that may arise, being open to change.</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

Avantgarde

Client services intern

Application deadline: 10am on Friday 3rd MaySalary: £129 per dayTerms: Fixed term (up to 25 days from 27th May - 4th July 2024) Interview date: Morning of Tuesday 21 May The role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to, and gain insight into, a professional production process and develop your skills and artistic voice.Are you someone who has a desire to pursue a career as a set and costume designer and is of a background underrepresented at the Donmar and in the wider theatre industry? We define this as artists who experience barriers to work and training due to ethnicity, gender and/ or low socio-economic background and due to being D/deaf, disabled and/ or neurodiverse. The Assistant Lighting Designer will assist the Lighting Designer to realise the lighting design for our production of the <a href="https://booking.donmarwarehouse.com/events/14601AQGMDCVKHRBCGJLMKRPVNVKVHPJG" target="_blank">SKELETON CREW</a>. CATALYST seeks to address barriers in the theatre industry which prevent people of the global majority, trans and non-binary people and people who are D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse and from low socio-economic backgrounds from becoming part of the Donmar’s workforce. Responsibilities<ul><li>Attending meetings with the creative team</li><li>Attending site visits with the Lighting Designer</li><li>Attending rehearsals and production meetings</li><li>Assisting with the drawing of lighting plans</li><li>Assisting with rigging, focusing, and plotting</li><li>Being present at technical rehearsals and previews to assist as necessary</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Experience of creating your own work for small-scale fringe productions and/or events</li><li>If you have attended university or a drama school, experience of creating your own work outside of your course</li><li>An understanding of your creative process and artistic voice</li><li>At least one element of your identity or an intersection of identities that are underrepresented at the Donmar and in the wider theatre industry</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of working with professional creative teams</li><li>Experience of working with professional technical and stage management teams </li></ul> Professional development<ul><li>Mentoring support from an allocated member of the Donmar staff team, outside of the creative process</li><li>Access to Donmar staff and the opportunity to understand how a producing theatre operates</li><li>A post-contract mentoring session with a leading theatre maker</li><li>Access to a network of emerging creatives and directors</li></ul> We particularly encourage applications from those who are currently underrepresented both at the Donmar and more widely in the industry, and specifically from D/deaf or disabled, or neurodivergent applicants and applicants who experience barriers and inequity due to ethnicity, gender identity and/or socioeconomic background.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Donmar Warehouse

CATALYST assistant lighting designer (SKELETON CREW)

Application deadline: 10am on Friday 3rd MaySalary: £129 per dayTerms: Fixed term (up to 25 days from 27th May - 4th July 2024) Interview date: Tuesday 14th May Are you someone who has a desire to pursue a career as a set and costume designer and is of a background underrepresented at the Donmar and in the wider theatre industry? We define this as artists who experience barriers to work and training due to ethnicity, gender and/ or low socio-economic background and due to being D/deaf, disabled and/ or neurodiverse. The Assistant Sound Designer will assist the Production and Sound Designer to realise the sound design for our production of the <a href="https://booking.donmarwarehouse.com/events/14601AQGMDCVKHRBCGJLMKRPVNVKVHPJG" target="_blank">SKELETON CREW</a>. The role is an opportunity to contribute to, and gain insight into, a professional production process and develop your skills and artistic voice.CATALYST seeks to address barriers in the theatre industry which prevent people of the global majority, trans and non-binary people and people who are D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse and from low socio-economic backgrounds from becoming part of the Donmar’s workforce. Responsibilities<ul><li>Attending rehearsals and production meetings</li><li>Attending meetings with the creative team</li><li>Attending site visits with the Sound Designer</li><li>Attending meetings at the Sound Designer’s or other studio or recording locations</li><li>Assisting the Sound Designer and Production with speaker and patch plans</li><li>Being present at technical rehearsals and previews to assist as necessary</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Experience of creating your own work for small-scale fringe productions and/or events</li><li>If you have attended university or a drama school, experience of creating your own work outside of your course</li><li>An understanding of your creative process and artistic voice</li><li>At least one element of your identity or an intersection of identities that are underrepresented at the Donmar and in the wider theatre industry </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of working with professional creative teams</li><li>Experience of working with professional technical and stage management teams</li></ul> Professional development<ul><li>Mentoring support from an allocated member of the Donmar staff team, outside of the creative process </li><li>Access to Donmar staff and the opportunity to understand how a producing theatre operates</li><li>A post contract mentoring session with a leading theatre maker</li><li>Access to a network of emerging creatives and directors</li><li>The opportunity to watch other Donmar productions for up to 12 months beyond the end of the contract</li><li>The opportunity to watch other Donmar productions for up to 12 months beyond the end of the contract</li></ul> We particularly encourage applications from those who are currently underrepresented both at the Donmar and more widely in the industry, and specifically from D/deaf or disabled, or neurodivergent applicants and applicants who experience barriers and inequity due to ethnicity, gender identity and/or socioeconomic background.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

CATALYST assistant sound designer (SKELETON CREW)

Closing date: 5th May 2024 at 11.59pmSalary: National Living WageContract: Part-time working 3 days per weekDuration: 8 monthsLocation: Office-based in OxfordStart date: June 4th 2024 Learn the ins and outs of how an independent children's book publisher operates in this 8-month internship.<a href="https://www.davidficklingbooks.com/" target="_blank">David Fickling Books</a> (DFB) has been an independent children’s book publisher for over 10 years now, but for nearly 12 years before that was run as an imprint – first as part of Scholastic, then of Random House. Since 2013, DFB has operated as an independent business, alongside its sister company, The Phoenix Comic.This marketing &amp; office support internship will provide the right individual with an entry point into the publishing industry and the communications career path. Supporting the small team based in Oxford over the course of eight months, you will gain insight into the publishing process and career-long skills. What you will be doing<ul><li>Supporting with press enquiries, PR mailings, industry competitions, and coordinating the sending of promotional material</li><li>Working with Marketing colleague(s) to ensure smooth running of POS (Point of Sale Material) requests and customers’ publicity requests</li><li>Maintaining PR roundups with national and regional review coverage and PR and media activity</li><li>Putting forward DFB titles for regional and national book awards and submitting titles for relevant industry promotions</li><li>Managing PR requests including the distribution of manuscripts when requested</li><li>Liaising with authors and organisers on events, both in-person and virtual</li><li>Support across DFB social media sites and website content</li><li>General office administration and assistance</li><li>A fantastic opportunity to get involved in the breadth of the publishing cycle</li></ul> What we are looking for<ul><li>A friendly and enthusiastic individual looking to break into the publishing industry</li><li>A genuine curiosity about the marketing career path within book publishing</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and in person</li><li>Highly organised, with the ability to set priorities</li><li>Willing to adapt to different tasks and get stuck in where needed</li><li>A keen interest in learning more about publishing</li><li>No prior experience in publishing is needed</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>  </li></ul>This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

David Fickling Books

Marketing & office support intern

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th May at 11.59pmSalary: £3,361.50 (reflecting London Living Wage) Working hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm, Monday - FridayDuration: 6 weeksStart date: 16th September 2024 This entry-level springboard into publishing offers a hands-on introduction to the idea of rights and agenting, in partnership with some of the industry's leading publishers and literary agencies. The <a href="https://www.deborahrogersfoundation.org/" target="_blank">Deborah Rogers Foundation</a>'s David Miller internship programme offers an entry-level introduction to rights and agenting in publishing companies and literary agencies, aiming to give candidates a full understanding of the roles of rights professionals within the wider industry. This is achieved through first-hand experience and intensive training, providing participants with a significant stepping stone in their search for future employment. In 2023 the companies who provided placements and training include Aitken Alexander Associates, David Higham Associates, ILA, Penguin Random House, Faber, Profile Books, PEW Literary, Greyhound Literary and Eccles Fisher Associates. The two interns are given mentoring and guidance throughout their placements. At the end of the six weeks, they will have spent time with several publishing companies and agencies. The culmination of their experience is a joint presentation about the world of publishing rights and agenting.Accommodation will be provided if required. What you will learn <ul><li>The concepts underpinning intellectual property and copyright</li><li>How publishing licenses work</li><li>How authors and agents work together</li><li>The role of the publisher both domestically and in international markets</li><li>The ways in which translation rights are sold</li><li>The role of literary scouts</li><li>How publishers exploit the rights they have acquired</li><li>And insights into some translation publishing markets in a variety of countries. </li><li>The educational schedule includes a visit to the Frankfurt Book Fair, the key yearly rights event in October.</li></ul> Who we are looking for<ul><li>Someone with a keen interest in publishing, and in particular rights and agenting</li><li>This is a great opportunity to learn, so we are looking for someone who is inquisitive with a love of books</li><li>You don’t need to have previous publishing experience to be considered for this opportunity</li><li>Good communication and collaboration skills</li><li>Strong written communication and literacy skills</li><li>Highly organised and good at managing your time</li><li>Strong attention to detail</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

Deborah Rogers Foundation

DRF David Miller internship programme

Closing date for applications: Sunday 5th May at 11.59pmSalary: £25,650 per annum pro-rated (London Living Wage)Start date: Tuesday 4th June Duration: 6 months Learn more about every aspect of the art technician role with a leading gallery, from managing inventory to executing an exhibition install, in this six-month internship.<a href="https://www.pacegallery.com/" target="_blank">Pace</a> is a leading contemporary art gallery. It represents many of the most significant international artists and estates of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Since its founding by Arne Glimcher in 1960, Pace has developed a distinguished legacy for vibrant and dedicated relationships with renowned artists.As the trainee art technician, you will work closely with the senior gallery technician, to support the Art Resources services at PACE London, and in other offsite locations as required. This role will report directly to James Howard (the senior manager of Art Resources) who will oversee your training and integration into the wider team.The successful candidate will be exposed to every aspect of the art technician role, from managing inventory to planning and executing an exhibition install and deinstall. They will also get a basic understanding of how the gallery work generally and potentially spend some time with other departments. Key activities<ul><li>Receive artwork at Pace locations - safe managing of art works, shipping paperwork and close communication with registrar and sales team</li><li>Packing and unpacking of artworks</li><li>Prepare and complete Condition Reports and enter respective information into inventory system</li><li>Communicate changes and updates of inventory with specific departments</li><li>Maintain comprehensive archive of condition reports and the digital images related to them</li><li>Administrative support for the Art Resources department</li><li>Maintain gallery condition – including painting or patching walls, ensuring spaces are always clean and tidy, and regularly checking service and facilities areas</li><li>Assist on the installation and de-installation of artwork, including lighting and preparing viewing space at the gallery, at clients</li><li>Monitor and replenish tools and materials stock levels as required</li><li>Assist with art fair installations</li><li>Create installation and maintenance instructions for internal and external use</li><li>Ensure the safety of art works, colleagues, and visitors</li></ul> Knowledge, skills, experience<ul><li>A friendly and welcoming manner when communicating within a team and externally</li><li>Strong interest in the contemporary art market</li><li>Keen attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft suite</li><li>Good written communication skills</li><li>Let us know any experience you have of handling or making art work (this is not essential)</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: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul> This opportunity is only open to individuals from a group that is under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

Pace Gallery

Trainee art technician

Closing date: 29th April at 11.59pmSalary: £23,170Start: January 2025Duration: 15 months if based in Leeds, 12 months if based in GlasgowQualification offered: <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0" target="_blank">Business Administrator Level 3</a> or <a href="https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/101754.html" target="_blank">Diploma Digital Application Support SCQF level 6</a>Reports to: Senior External Affairs Manager/ Public Affairs ManagerDepartment: Strategy &amp; Consumer Insight  From drafting briefings to coordinating MP meetings, you'll be part of driving positive change in the media landscape.If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. Our 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. The Policy and Public Affairs team sits within the Strategy and Consumer Insight division and is responsible for managing all of Channel 4’s relationships with the UK and devolved Governments and Parliaments, as well as with regulators and other stakeholders in the political and corporate worlds. It seeks to ensure that any policy and regulatory decisions made are in the best interests of Channel 4. The team plays a lead role in ensuring that stakeholders are kept informed about key Channel 4 programmes and initiatives and understand Channel 4’s unique remit and model. It also provides briefing and advice to Channel 4’s senior management. The team has members based in London and Leeds and Glasgow and this role will be based in Leeds or Glasgow. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the team’s project management function, taking notes of meetings, logging actions and tracking progress. </li><li>Supporting Policy and Public Affairs events and visits, helping with guest lists, invitations, briefings and logistics. </li><li>Assisting with the drafting of briefings for meetings, events and Select Committees compiling relevant materials from across the team. </li><li>Carrying out research to support the work of the policy and public affairs team. </li><li>Summarising relevant policy and political developments like reports. </li><li>Coordinating MP meetings and visits and supporting wider diary management within the team. </li><li>Supporting the team with stakeholder communications and social media. </li><li>Supporting the team’s political monitoring. </li><li>Supporting the team in ensuring that supplier invoices are paid promptly by raising purchase orders and liaising with the Accounts Payable team to resolve issues and confirm payment </li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills.  Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences. <ul><li>Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing. </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 remit </li><li>Confirm you have Maths &amp; English GCSE Grade C (4) or above</li></ul> Eligibility criteria<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 </li></ul>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. To applyClick on the 'apply' button at the top right to progress the application process. Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.We 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> 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>. If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLQuhYRC31g" target="_blank">How to Write an Outstanding Application</a>.  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.

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Policy & public affairs apprentice

Closing date for applications: 29th April at 11.59pmSalary: £23,170 per annumStart: January 2025Duration: 15 monthsQualification offered: <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/content-creator-v1-1" target="_blank">Content Creator Level 3</a>Reports to: Programme Information ApprenticeDepartment: Senior Programme Information Editor This apprenticeship would really suit someone who is passionate about content writing, wants to a pursue a career in journalism/content creation, and who has an incredibly strong written communication style.The Programme Information team is part of Content Management, a business-critical, responsive department that performs a wide range of tasks to support the delivery of our channels’ programmes, on TV and on All 4. The Programme Information team is responsible for publishing the following information for all Channel 4 programmes, for all of our channels and for All 4:<ul><li>TV listings (for print and online listings publications, e.g. the Radio Times)</li><li>EPGs (TV on-screen guides) </li><li>Programme descriptions for Channel 4 streaming</li></ul> Responsibilities<ul><li>Management, editing and publication of certain editorial metadata for listings, EPGs and Channel 4 streaming content.</li><li>Providing assistance to Programme Information Editors, and sometimes deputising for them, when necessary.</li><li>Publication of listings and EPGs, including schedules, billings and updates.</li><li>Managing the workload efficiently and meeting regular publication deadlines.</li><li>Working independently and building relationships with the team, the department and relevant colleagues and contacts.</li><li>Developing a good level of understanding of Channel 4 systems and applications.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills, experienceAs part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills.  Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences. <ul><li>Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing. </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>Confirm you have Maths &amp; English GCSE Grade C (4) or above</li><li>Passionate about writing and content creation</li><li>An appreciation of the role of programme information and its influence on viewers  </li></ul>Eligibility criteria<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.</li></ul>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. To applyClick on the 'apply' button at the top right to progress the application process. Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.We 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="http://mailto:apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk/" target="_blank">apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk</a>. 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>. If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyCCQAp4jwg&amp;t=1s" target="_blank">How to Write an Outstanding Application</a>.  Relocation If 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.

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