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Closing date for applications: 6th May 2025Salary: £25,000 per annum (£27,000 for roles based in London) We’re proud to announce the launch of one of 4Skills’ flagship programmes: the Production Training Scheme – a key initiative reshaping access to the TV industry.This 12-month scheme, delivered in partnership with thinkBIGGER!, who provide week-long training bootcamps on all things industry-focused to the trainees, places budding talent in full-time, paid roles as either trainee researchers or trainee production coordinators within the UK’s leading independent production companies.To search for the trainee researcher opportunities and to submit an application, please visit the website via the Apply button.This year, we’ve partnered with 18 indies across Belfast, Glasgow, Cardiff, Wrexham, London, Leeds, Manchester, and Bristol.But this isn’t just about recruitment — it’s about long-term industry transformation. By breaking down barriers and championing underrepresented voices, we’re investing in the next generation of production professionals. Through structured training, hands-on experience, and ongoing mentorship, we're equipping talent with the tools they need to thrive — and helping build a more inclusive industry in the process.An ex-trainee, Mahi Iftikhar (now Series Producer) says: The PTS is one of the most incredible stepping stone into the industry.&nbsp; Having the opportunity to be placed at a reputable company for a year allows you to gain an immense amount of experience and build an invaluable network of contacts.&nbsp; The scheme itself is an incredibly supportive environment that’s later-focused on your training and development, and years later, I’m still reaping its benefits.Want to find out more?&nbsp; Or know anyone who might be interested in applying? The scheme is now live, with applications closing at noon on May 6. Successful applicants will begin in mid-September.

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Trainee researcher (C4 Production Training Scheme)

Closing date for applications: 16th May 2025 Are you aged 18-25? Interested in a career in Entertainment?The Really Useful Group is offering two, paid internships for a two-month period from July - August 2025. The successful candidates will work alongside industry professionals across various departments to support the delivery of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s incredible IP in the Entertainment sector.&nbsp; We actively celebrate and support diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, however we are particularly focusing on candidates from:<ul><li>an ethnically diverse background: and/or</li><li>a low-income / working class background</li></ul> &nbsp;What you'll learnThe successful applicants to our intern programme will benefit from hands-on experience working mainly with the Marketing &amp; PR and Production &amp; Licensing teams at The Really Useful Group’s Head Office, situated in the heart of London’s theatre district.You will get unique opportunities to acquire new skills working behind the scenes on some of the world’s best-known musicals.You will be assigned a mentor throughout your internship, gain industry knowledge, get to share your learning experiences with your intern buddy, and be supported in progressing your career aspirations.Previous experience is not essential.This is an office based opportunity in the heart of the theatre district, Covent Garden, London.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Really Useful Group

Summer internship programme

Closing date: 18th May 2025Salary: £27,000 pro rata We’re looking for an enthusiastic designer/illustrator with a passion to learn more about the world of book cover design. No specific qualifications or training required.Little, Brown's identity is personified by our innovative, dynamic and free-thinking people. Across our thirteen imprints, you won't find a wider range of titles anywhere in UK publishing. We pride ourselves on quality and diversity. A repeat recipient of the Publisher of the Year award, we're one of the most successful and dynamic publishers in the UK.Little, Brown is a 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. &nbsp;What you'll be doingYou’ll become an active member of the design team for the duration of the&nbsp;internship. The focus of your work during this time will be completing a live brief as much as is feasible in the time. From first visuals, through the feedback stage and to have a final print-ready cover.You will also be tasked with other jobs which would likely include:<ul><li>Shadowing designers on live projects, </li><li>Attending cover visual and briefing meetings, </li><li>Picture researching, </li><li>Art-working visuals to meet production&nbsp;standards</li><li>Meeting colleagues in other key design-related departments (production, editorial, marketing)</li></ul> How to applyPlease submit your application with a CV, Cover Letter and Portfolio (which is also within the Cover Letter section). Our commitmentHachette 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.The 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>Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

Little, Brown design internship

Closing date: 12th May 2025Salary: London Living WageDuration: 16th June - 27th June 2025 Are you obsessed with movies? Does history never cease to amaze you? Are you always dreaming of travelling? Do you love creating content?If any, or all, of these things sound like you, and you would love to spend two weeks (16th June - 27th June 2025) with us, then The DK Experience, our remote programme, might be the perfect match for you! Who are we?We’re DK (Dorling Kindersley), the biggest publisher of illustrated non-fiction in the world. We make books covering everything: travel, gardening, cookery, history, children's stories… you name it, we’ve probably got a book on it!&nbsp;We’re looking for creative and passionate candidates to join us on the DK Experience, a paid two week work placement within one of our departments.&nbsp;As much as we’d like to, high demand means we’re unable to offer everyone a place and we’ll be in contact to let you know if you have been randomly selected this time. We will not contact the unsuccessful candidates however if we don’t have a place for you on this occasion, please do keep trying. Where are you from?The programme requires no degree or previous publishing experience and aims to open the doors of our industry to participants from underrepresented regions, communities and backgrounds.Publishing is traditionally very London-centric and people from London or the Home Counties (Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Sussex) or who are based in these regions, have traditionally been advantaged in gaining access to the industry.This programme is instead for anyone originally from, or currently living, in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and parts of England outside London and the Home Counties. Please do not apply if you are currently living in, or originally from, London or the Home Counties (If you are from London, we do run another programme with LDN which might be more suitable for you. You can find out more about the LDN Publishing Apprenticeship <a href="https://www.ldnapprenticeships.com/programme-l3-publishing-apprenticeship" target="_blank">here</a>.) Who are you?<ul><li>You need to be above 18 years old to apply.</li><li>You’ll also come from an experience or background that is currently underrepresented in publishing.<ul><li>This could include, but is not limited to, coming from a socio-economically marginalised background, being of Black, Asian or minority ethnic heritage, having a disabled and/or neurodiverse experience or living with a long-term health condition, or belonging to an LGBTQ+ community.</li></ul></li></ul> What will you be doing?<ul><li>This exciting opportunity will be completely remote. All you need is a computer, wifi connection, the right to work in the UK and to be able to commit to two weeks’ full-time work.</li><li>We’ll be taking you behind the scenes of our publishing house and introducing you to all the different areas of the industry. While you will be placed in a creative department, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about all the other areas of our company.</li><li>You’ll attend meetings, try your hand at a variety of editing or designing tasks and get involved in a fun group project with other people on the placement.</li><li>And along with this engaging creative experience, you’ll be paid the London Living Wage, regardless of where you’re based.</li></ul> DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background.DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Dorling KIndersley

DK Publishing

The DK experience

Closing date for applications: 26th May 2025 at 11.59 pm&nbsp;Compensation: £1,837 per month, paid as a tax-free training allowance (this is equivalent to a salary based on London Living Wage + 50p per hour).&nbsp;Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (typically 09:30-17:30)&nbsp;Duration: 12 months&nbsp;Location: Hybrid – minimum of two days per week in the Creative Access offices in Camden and/or White City, London.&nbsp;Interviews: w/c 9th June&nbsp;Ideal start date: Mid-June 2025 onwards&nbsp; We are excited to announce we are now looking for someone to join our team on a 12 month paid traineeship in the Access team. Supporting our vision to make the creative industries a more diverse and inclusive place, we need an exceptional recruitment team to support candidates to reach their full potential. Would you like to contribute?&nbsp;Creative Access is the leading organisation working to create equity, diversity and inclusion in the UK creative industries. We provide career-long access, opportunities, support and training to make the creative industries better reflect society. Our mission is to break down the barriers faced by those from historically under-represented groups to accessing and building careers. &nbsp; &nbsp;Traineeship overview&nbsp;The trainee will learn about and get experience in all the different areas of the Access team, with a focus on our recruitment, candidate engagement and opportunities board activities. Through hands-on experience in our friendly and collaborative team, you'll gain valuable insight and skills related to running recruitment processes, managing job listings and setting up interviews and online webinars.&nbsp; &nbsp;Traineeship objectives&nbsp;<ul><li>Support the administration, planning and delivery of our job listings and recruitment processes </li><li>Write engaging and inclusive copy and social posts relating to our jobs, recruitment and outreach services. </li><li>Provide key administrative help across the wider Creative Access team, gaining experience across other career support activities and events. </li><li>You'll play a key part in supporting candidates from under-represented groups to secure employment within the creative industries through dependable, solid support to the organisation. At the same time – through hands-on experience in our friendly and collaborative team – you'll gain valuable insight and skills needed to thrive in a social enterprise or recruitment team.&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;What you will learn&nbsp;<ul><li>Learn to use our candidate database (Applicant Tracking System) and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) Salesforce system, while assisting with data inputting</li><li>Write engaging and inclusive job adverts and upload these to our opportunities board </li><li>Engaging post creation for sharing vacancies across social media, university contacts, alumni and wider networks. </li><li>Learn to produce weekly and monthly reports for the team, collating data on registrations and roles at various stages </li><li>Find out about an amazing array of employer partners in the creative industries </li><li>Support the evaluation report on intern cohorts </li><li>Assist with marketing, outreach and events with universities and youth organisations </li><li>Answer enquiries from candidates via email </li><li>Provide admin support to the wider team </li><li>Assist with recruitment data capture and analytics </li><li>Set up and schedule Zoom meetings/webinars </li><li>Learn to offer and reject candidates for roles&nbsp;</li></ul>If you’re successful, you’ll be enrolled on to our  <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/springboard-programme/" target="_blank">Springboard: entry support programme</a> through which you’ll have access to exclusive monthly masterclass events, training to support your professional development and opportunities to connect with other creatives in our community – all designed to help you progress and develop your career.&nbsp; &nbsp;Knowledge, skills, experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Ability to multi-task and work to deadlines </li><li>Experience using Microsoft Office programmes, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word and Excel </li><li>An interest in recruitment, talent engagement and supporting people’s career journeys. </li><li>An interest in learning to use data and innovative technologies to drive inclusion and positive impact&nbsp; </li><li>An interest in diversity, inclusion and accessibility issues and what is going on across the wider creative sector </li><li>A genuine commitment to Creative Access’s aims and values&nbsp;</li></ul> Hours of work &amp; hybrid-working: Standard working hours for the Access team are 09:30 – 17:30 Monday to Friday. We operate a hybrid-working with two days per week in either our White City or Camden offices. The post-holder will be expected to assume duties outside of working hours on occasion (including evening work) to support the delivery of the role and operation of the organisation. We operate a time off in lieu (TOIL) policy and are open to discussing flexible terms.&nbsp; &nbsp;To apply&nbsp;Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)&nbsp;Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully&nbsp;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>&nbsp; &nbsp;Please note:&nbsp; Successful applicants will be invited to interview w/c 9 June 2025 with a view to taking up the position Mid-June 2025 onwards.&nbsp;&nbsp;This opportunity is open to individuals from groups that 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, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.&nbsp;

Creative Access

About Creative Access

Jobs and recruitment assistant trainee

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 19th June 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 - 19th June 2025

Closing date for applications: Monday 5th May at 11.59pmSalary: £25,643 per annumWorking hours: 10am to 6pm, Monday to FridayDuration: 12 months&nbsp; Deepen your understanding of the theatre industry through this traineeship scheme, where you'll be joining the team behind Donmar Warehouse's fundraising for 12 months.<a href="https://www.donmarwarehouse.com/about/" target="_blank">The Donmar Warehouse</a> makes unmissable, exceptional productions of classic plays, new works by leading writers, and intimate musicals to thrill and inspire its audiences. In a converted Covent Garden warehouse space, in the heart of London’s West End, audiences experience the power of live performance up close, sitting no more than four rows away from the action. The Donmar has blazed a trail for thirty years creating legendary performances by some of the world’s greatest artists, reaching global audiences through transfers across the West End, Broadway and beyond, and that legacy is the foundation of its approach today.In this role, you will deepen your understanding of the theatre industry by joining the Individual Giving team where you will gain an understanding of Individual Giving within the fundraising landscape at large, within the Donmar, and gain experience running a thriving theatre membership scheme.Within this front-facing post, you will support the smooth running of the Friends and Best Friends membership scheme, liaise with the Events team to deliver the events programme for Donmar supporters, identify new members and offer administrative support for the Patron scheme.By the end of the 12 months, you will leave with a deeper understanding of fundraising, including the importance of relationship building and working closely with key stakeholders, as well as a strong grasp of how to confidently communicate the need for support.Donmar Warehouse’s CATALYST talent development programme supports the development of talent both on and offstage which is underrepresented both at the Donmar and in the wider industry. Through this 12-month programme, the Donmar creates bespoke experiences for roles/individuals within the organisation, welcoming a range of voices and skills to the Donmar. With organisation-wide investment, each opportunity provides focused mentorship and will serve to expand your knowledge of the theatre sector at large. What you will receive<ul><li>A strong understanding of the theatre industry and the key role that fundraising plays at the Donmar and within the sector at large</li><li>Experience of day-to-day running of a membership scheme</li><li>Research proficiency across different supporter groups</li><li>Excellent administrative skills</li><li>Confidence in communicating with a variety of people including supporters, VIPs and key stakeholders</li><li>Working knowledge of key industry databases including Spektrix, DotDigital, Canva and external suppliers</li><li>Cross-departmental mentorship and company-wide investment in your professional development</li><li>Access to a thriving and active Donmar trainee alumni community &nbsp;</li></ul>Key activitiesMembership<ul><li>Act as the first point of contact via email, and a secondary contact via phone for ticket requests and membership queries from Friends, supporting the Membership Officer in managing the day-to-day administration for this group of supporters</li><li>Support with ticket requests and membership queries from Patrons, when required</li><li>Support the Membership Officer in planning and delivering training for the Customer Service Assistants (CSAs) and ensuring that they feel comfortable to respond to member enquiries that come through to the Box Office, and dealing with escalated issues as necessary.</li><li>Support the Individual Giving team in the administration around the delivery of any fundraising campaigns, new and lapsed membership drives, and donation appeals as necessary</li></ul>Events<ul><li>Act as the lead point of contact from the Individual Giving team, liaising with the Events team and supporting with administration including managing RSVP lists, invitation writing and supporting the Events team in carrying out research on guests who are attending</li><li>Attend Development events, building relationships with supporters and acting as a representative of the Donmar team Prospect Research</li><li>Dedicate a day each week to supporting the Head of Philanthropy to identify and research prospective supporters and current supporters who may have the capacity to increase their giving</li></ul>Communications<ul><li>Work with the Membership Officer on the regular creation of a dedicated supporters’ e-newsletter, looking out for exclusive updates and insights that Donmar can share</li><li>Create production booklets for each show, to be shared with supporters to offer them further insight into the production</li></ul>Finance<ul><li>Support the administration of Gift Aid on donations, helping maximise income and ensuring compliance with HMRC Gift Aid regulations though accurate data management</li></ul>Administration<ul><li>Provide administrative support for the Individual Giving team, including coordinating renewal mailings, issuing monthly digital membership cards, writing thank you letters, gift membership processes, donation and renewal receipts, and supporting the Membership Officer with processing donations</li><li>Support the Membership Officer in ensuring supporters are accurately credited in programmes, on the website and in the building</li><li>Write Meeting Briefing documents to support the team when meeting with supporters or prospective supporters</li><li>Consistently look for ways to improve the maintenance and use of systems - Spektrix, DotDigital, ROMAX.</li></ul>General duties<ul><li>Attend and support the company at events around productions such as press nights, rehearsal room drinks, first previews, etc.</li><li>Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required.</li></ul> &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Experience working in an office context, either as a volunteer, work experience or employee</li><li>Attention to detail in all work, with strong administration and organisational skills</li><li>A desire to pursue a career in the arts</li><li>A collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude</li><li>Excellent face-to-face, telephone and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to use initiative and work as part of a busy team</li><li>An interest in the fundraising sector</li><li>An eagerness to learn and develop new skills</li><li>Basic IT skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Drive</li><li>Flexibility and willingness to work outside of normal office hours on a regular basis for events including evenings and occasional weekends (time off will be given to make up for any ‘out of hours’ work)</li><li>No previous study or experience of working in theatre is required but a demonstrated desire to learn is essential.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience working in a customer service role</li><li>Excellent time management skills, with an understanding of how to prioritise and plan to meet deadlines with a busy workload &nbsp; &nbsp;</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>&nbsp;This opportunity is only open to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, who are under-represented in the industry and workforce.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. You will also gain access to an active and thriving Donmar trainee alumni community.

Donmar Warehouse

Development trainee

Closing date for applications: 5th May 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: London Living WageDuration: 2 monthsStart date: July 2025Location: Hybrid with 3 days/week in the London officeWorking hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday to Thursday, 9am-4pm Friday Are you a creative thinker with an eye for great design and impactful presentations? Do you love working with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator but are also a dab hand at PowerPoint? If you’re looking to kickstart your career in graphic design, we have an exciting design internship opportunity at Grayling UK.Grayling is the UK’s best-connected communications agency, working across Consumer, Corporate, and Public Affairs. With nine UK offices and 20+ worldwide, they help brands make an impact through smart thinking, cultural insights, and creative ideas.This is a fantastic chance to build your portfolio and gain hands-on experience, working alongside the best in the business on branding and graphic design, presentation and report design, print design as well as social content creation. You’ll work closely with the Design Studio, supporting a wide range of projects across all sectors. &nbsp;Key activities<ul><li>Developing infographics, visual assets and Powerpoint presentation templates</li><li>Creation of social media graphics and social posts</li><li>Supporting report and document design, applying best practices in layout and typography</li><li>Helping to ensure design files are well organised and easy to collaborate on</li><li>Experimenting with AI tools and platforms such as MidJourney, Adobe Firefly, and Stable Diffusion to enhance design work</li><li>Continuing to learn to use all Adobe software including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro and After Effects allowing you to create high-quality graphics.</li></ul> &nbsp;What you'll learn<ul><li>Real industry experience; work with experts across strategy, creative, design, and digital teams</li><li>Learn to become a master of PowerPoint design</li><li>Learning the art of branding and what it takes to create a great visual identity</li><li>Gain first hand experience of how AI is used in the workplace - learn how to use tools such as MidJourney, Adobe Firefly and Stable Diffusion to enhance design output</li><li>Get a better grasp of utilising design software tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro and After Effects.</li></ul> &nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Some experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) – formal experience is great, but self-taught skills are welcome too</li><li>An interest in all things design</li><li>An understanding of social media and what works well for each platform</li><li>A passion for design and an interest in PowerPoint presentation design, branding, and layout</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a passion for good typography, clean layouts and polished presentations</li><li>Curiosity about AI tools and how they can be used in design</li><li>A proactive mindset – you’re keen to learn, contribute, and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.</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 individuals from groups that 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 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.

Grayling

Design intern

Closing date for applications: 5th May 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: London Living WageDuration: 2 monthsStart date: July 2025Location: Hybrid with 3 days/week in the London officeWorking hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday to Thursday, 9am-4pm Friday&nbsp; Curious about what makes people tick? Do you ever wonder why some brands blow up while others fade away? Why we choose one product over another? Why certain trends catch on while others flop? If you love figuring out what makes people tick - why we buy, watch, wear, and share the things we do, then this role could be perfect for you.Grayling is the UK’s best-connected communications agency, working across Consumer, Corporate, and Public Affairs. With nine UK offices and 20+ worldwide, they help brands make an impact through smart thinking, cultural insights, and creative ideas.This is your chance to learn how brands and businesses connect with the world and get hands-on experience with research, insights, and creative campaigns.We’re not looking for experience; we’re looking for curious minds - people who ask questions, spot patterns, and love exploring new ideas. If you enjoy diving into culture, trends, and creative thinking, you might have the mind of a strategist (even if you’ve never heard that word before).&nbsp;&nbsp; Key activities<ul><li>Trend-spotting &amp; research – Helping Grayling to dig into industry trends, audiences, and competitors to uncover cool insights that shape campaigns.</li><li>Creative thinking – Contributing ideas for PR and marketing campaigns that make an impact.</li><li>Using real industry tools – Learning to work with platforms like GlobalWebIndex, TalkWalker, and Google Analytics to uncover what’s working and what’s next.</li><li>Writing &amp; storytelling – Helping to craft briefs and strategy docs that shape big ideas.</li><li>Presentation skills – Developing your ability to present insights and creative ideas in a way that excites people.</li><li>Getting stuck into real projects – Supporting new business pitches, brainstorming sessions, and client campaigns alongside industry pros.</li></ul> Areas of learning<ul><li>Real industry experience – Work with experts across strategy, creative, design, and digital teams.</li><li>Learning to work with platforms like GlobalWebIndex, TalkWalker, and Google Analytics to uncover what’s working and what’s next.</li><li>Develop writing and story-telling skills</li><li>Develop presentation skills</li></ul>&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>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 individuals from groups that 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 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.

Strategy intern

Closing date for applications: Monday 5th May at 11.59pmTraining allowance: £3,508.50 (reflecting London Living Wage)Working hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm, Monday - FridayDuration: 6 weeksStart date: 15th September 2025Location: various London locations and including international travel 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&nbsp;<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 2024 the companies who provided placements and training include Lutyens &amp; Rubinstein, 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 dir="ltr">The concepts underpinning intellectual property and copyright</li><li dir="ltr">How publishing licenses work</li><li dir="ltr">How authors and agents work together</li><li dir="ltr">The role of the publisher both domestically and in international markets</li><li dir="ltr">The ways in which translation rights are sold</li><li dir="ltr">The role of literary scouts</li><li dir="ltr">How publishers exploit the rights they have acquired</li><li dir="ltr">And insights into some translation publishing markets in a variety of countries.</li><li dir="ltr">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 dir="ltr">This is a great opportunity to learn so we are looking for someone who is inquisitive and who will benefit from wide-ranging networking opportunities</li><li dir="ltr">No previous publishing experience is necessary but you must be able to demonstrate a love of books and curiosity about the publishing industry, particularly rights and agenting</li><li dir="ltr">Adaptability, flexibility and resilience to accommodate varied working environments and styles</li><li dir="ltr">Strong communication and literacy skills, with great attention to detail</li><li dir="ltr">Confidence to travel internationally and immerse yourself in the large-scale and busy Frankfurt Book Fair</li><li dir="ltr">Highly organised and good at managing your time &nbsp;</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 individuals from groups that 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 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.

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