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Closing date: 20th May 2025Salary: Basic salary starting at £43,094.00 dependent on experienceReports to: Senior content strategistDepartment: 4StudioTeam: Channel TeamJob Grade: P1Location: Leeds/Manchester Craft publishing and content strategies that define, elevate and consistently innovate Channel 4's programming across social media platforms, from YouTube and Tiktok to Instagram and Snapchat.4Studio is the driving force behind C4’s digital acceleration strategy, with the objective to create, adapt and distribute brilliant content across our social and digital channels, building engaged audiences that deliver digital views at scale. Channel 4 is a world class entertainment brand. The Social team within 4Studio is responsible for further building our world class social media presence.We are looking for industry-leading Social Strategists to help us achieve our objective; you will be the key conduit between your Channel Team to Press to Sales and beyond, you’ll use data and editorial insight to help drive key decision-making around how our output lives and breathe across all social platforms. You will work across a portfolio of themed accounts across multiple social platforms, including, but not limited to, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads and Snapchat.Working as part of a team which includes Social Media Managers and Social Producer/Editors as well as alongside Analysts, you will craft publishing and content strategies that define, elevate and consistently innovate our programming across social. You’ll be able to conceptualise and then articulate bold and cohesive social strategies, and get a kick from thinking over doing.From using platform-specific insight to help super-serve existing audiences as well as identifying new ones, through to identifying opportunities for digital extensions of our TV shows (spin-off series, companion pieces etc) and advising on digital-first original series and branded content opportunities, you’ll advise the Senior Content Strategist on what we should and shouldn’t do to ensure our content is consumed by the biggest and most engaged audiences possible. Key responsibilitiesDefining content and publishing strategies<ul><li>You will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing data- and editorially-led strategies for our TV shows, across multiple platforms. From the volume of content to produce, through to what platforms it should appear on and why, you’ll be the bastion of social knowledge for your social accounts.</li><li>Working closely with your Senior Content Strategist and our Production Hub, you’ll devise strategies for your specific social accounts that are in line with 4Studio objectives – constructing comprehensive plans for output and giving recommendations to the Senior Content Strategist around when and recommend where to deploy additional resource, when and how to work with Production Partner and Talent accounts and if certain activity would be eligible for strategic paid support.</li><li>You’ll be responsible for crafting clear, strategic briefs for every social account within your remit, working out the best way to ensure the accounts hit their KPIs.</li><li>You will often serve as your team’s representative at cross-business kick-off meetings, responsible for convincing the Senior Content Strategist and fellow team members on strategic rationale behind distribution platforms and content focuses.</li><li>You will need to be able to understand the different brand purposes, tones and behaviours of Channel 4, E4 and their shows.</li><li>You’ll be ahead of the curve when it comes to social media trends, platforms/products/tools and content innovation, and adept at working with analysts and community managers to assess the landscape, perform competitor analysis, utilise social listening tools, and ensure our accounts are always one step ahead of the competition.</li><li>You’ll be responsible for agreeing and communicating social best practice across the business</li></ul>Autonomy &amp; judgement<ul><li>You will be given a large degree of autonomy and you’ll be expected to recommend key strategic decisions to the Senior Content Strategist.</li><li>We are a multi-city business: you need to be confident and assured working in a small team physically, but electronically feeding into the wider team with all key updates.</li><li>You will need to be able to use data to feed insights back to key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead innovation.</li><li>We want to be seen as a cutting-edge brand. You will be at the vanguard of social innovation, establishing close relationships with our platform partners, networking at key industry events, and constantly identifying new ways to evolve our presence on social media.</li></ul>Promote diversity<ul><li>Our target audience is diverse and Channel 4 exists to promote diversity. You will need to be empathetic towards a variety of audiences and understand how to connect with them in ways that feel natural to them.</li></ul>People skills<ul><li>You will be required to manage the sometimes competing demands of key stakeholders. Cool under pressure and excellent powers of persuasion are required.</li><li>You will need to be able to explain both problems and solutions in layman’s terms.</li><li>This will be important when “managing upwards”.</li></ul>Measurement &amp; reporting<ul><li>You will be required to work with Analysts and Social Media Managers to produce regular updates for your Senior Content Strategist that will be shared with senior management and the executive team.</li><li>You will work closely with Social Analysts and Social Media Managers to use data and historical performance to inform all new insights-driven strategies, and provide comprehensive wrap-up reporting on a campaign basis.</li><li>You’ll serve as the key conduit to Consumer &amp; Insights to experiment with new qualitative and quantitative audience insights tools and methodologies, familiar with and excited by using social listening, publishing, and competitor-based tools.</li><li>Whether something has gone well or badly, you will be required to learn lessons from what has been done and be able to apply those lessons, so we keep on improving.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Demonstrate excellent experience in the ability to devise impactful strategies whilst inspiring and taking others on the journey to enable streamlined workflow and empower their sense of shared success.</li><li>Demonstrate excellent experience of using insights (both data-driven and editorial) to affect content and revenue success across social platforms.</li><li>Demonstrate excellent experience in utilising social measurement, reporting and competitor analysis tools to identify and super-serve audiences (preferably for organic and paid campaigns).</li><li>Demonstrate multiple times you have convinced key and senior stakeholders to embrace content innovation, adapt content/publishing strategies, and seen tangible success as a result.</li><li>Demonstrate strong experience working across a broad content spectrum – Channel 4 and E4 have diversity of content and audiences at their heart.</li></ul> Conditions<ul><li>4Studio is a fast-paced environment and we adapt our priorities and strategies. In line with various internal and external factors, so whilst the accounts referred to are specific to this role currently, they are subject to change should the business require a change in strategic focus.</li><li>While we embrace agile working, you will be primarily expected to work from the office 60% of the working week. There may occasionally be some out of hours working.</li><li>You will be eligible for all Channel 4’s employee Benefits.</li></ul> More on the Social Team<ul><li>Mission – distribute extraordinary, engaging diverse content that delivers massive and tangible results, and grabs communities across the spectrum... and enjoy doing it</li><li>You will find yourself at home in the team if you like the sound of doing the following…<ul><li>Keep on talking to each other (plus have weekly 1-2-1 and team meetings)</li><li>Very collaborative to make things bigger and better (but not making decisions by committee)</li><li>Keep it simple (do a few great ideas really well)</li><li>Be brave and ambitious</li><li>Keep focussed on what we are trying to achieve</li><li>Move quickly</li><li>Be really honest (about the work we are doing and how you feel)</li><li>Create a supportive, encouraging environment</li></ul></li></ul> Hybrid workingFrom September 2023 employees will be working minimum 3 days per week in their office location. The other 2 days should be working from home. This is to create more time for collaboration, creativity, learning and feedback. We also have a working from another location policy for up to 10 days. This pattern is subject to future changes which would be communicated in advance to provide employees with adequate notice of any change.&nbsp; If you need any additional support or workplace adjustments upon joining, please speak with your manager or our workplace disability lead.&nbsp; We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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Closing date: 11th May 2025Hiring range: £26,000 - £35,000Team: Global Finance OperationsContract: PermanentLocation: ITV Media City, Manchester/Hybrid This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading broadcaster on a permanent basis in Manchester.At ITV, our corporate teams work smart and work fast. We’re one of the most talked-about brands. With a variety of roles across HR, Finance and Legal, you’ll find a position that challenges you, enabling you to have a real impact on your career, on our viewers and our strategic ambitions - and still have a life outside work.We are excited to announce four vacancies within our new restructured RTR team, offering a fantastic opportunity for experienced Assistant Accountants to join us on a permanent basis. These positions sit across two dynamic teams, each with slightly different responsibilities, and candidates will be considered for all roles during the interview process.Reporting to the RTR Manager of the respective pillar, you will be part of either our Reconciliations team or our Core team. In either role, you will be responsible for delivering general ledger account&nbsp;&nbsp;postings , reconciliations and query resolution, maintaining the integrity of financial data ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded in the Fusion Trial Balance. Throughout these processes, you will actively support automation, efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness, all while upholding strong internal controls.This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to grow, and we are looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment ResponsibilitiesDepending on which pillar you are assigned to as mentioned above (Core or Reconciliations) some of your key day-to-day responsibilities may include:<ul><li>Perform daily, monthly, and year-end accounting activities, including journal postings, revenue/cost reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations using ARCS.</li><li>Support month-end close processes: sub-ledger to GL, recharges, accruals, eliminations, revaluations, and fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Assist with lease and HETV accounting, as well as Fusion data corrections and root cause analysis.</li><li>Conduct stock reconciliations and resolve aged balances to de-risk the balance sheet.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and audit requirements.</li><li>Participate in UAT testing and support system upgrades and SaaS releases.</li><li>Collaborate across Finance Operations to resolve issues and drive accuracy.</li><li>Maintain process documentation and support SOP adherence.</li><li>Cross-train to build team resilience and avoid single points of failure.</li><li>Meet performance targets aligned with KPIs and SLAs.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement and finance transformation initiatives.</li><li>Prioritise tasks effectively and take ownership of personal development.</li><li>Carry out other duties as needed, aligned with our ITV behaviours.</li></ul> Skills you’ll need&nbsp;(minimum criteria)...<ul><li>Assistant accountant (PQ or equivalent) with experience of working in a finance department</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software (preferably Oracle Fusion / ARCS)</li><li>Experience of working in an RTR team is desirable</li><li>Experience of using large ERP previously is desirable</li><li>Experience of using automated reconciliation software is desirable</li></ul> Other things we’re looking for&nbsp;(key criteria)...<ul><li>Digital Mindset excited by and supportive of process automation and systems solutions</li><li>Organised, detail oriented with good numeracy skills</li><li>Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure</li><li>Resilience</li><li>Happy to work with uncertainty and willingly adapt to change</li><li>Self-motivated</li><li>Likes problem solving and investigating</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Excited by and supportive of process automation and systems</li><li>Works well in a team</li><li>Developing IT skills including GSuite and Excel</li></ul> ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:<ul><li>Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone</li><li>Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity</li><li>Competitive pension contribution</li><li>Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares</li><li>Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life</li></ul> ITV is for everyone.ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage*&nbsp;(minimum criteria above).We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments.&nbsp;Drop us a line if you require anything at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:talkingcareers@itv.com" target="_blank">talkingcareers@itv.com</a>. <a href="https://www.itvjobs.com/blog/joining-itv-with-a-disability" target="_blank">Find out more</a> about applying with a disability.* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We’d encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Record to report - assistant accountant

Deadline for applications: 12th May 2025, 11:59PMInterviews: 22nd May 2025 This is an opportunity for a creative and highly organised individual to join Forward Arts Foundation's ambitious and dynamic team.The marketing and development coordinator will support the co-Executive Directors and Head of Programmes to deliver creative, engaging marketing strategies for our programmes, comms for donors and efficient administrative systems for our fundraising and development work. You will use digital media to enhance Forward's visibility within the education and culture sectors and beyond. Your support in executing marketing activities will be crucial in driving our broader growth ambitions.This role will report to the co-Executive Directors, and you will be integral in helping to widen contemporary poetry's audience, honour achievement and support underrepresented talent.This is a part-time role (17.5 hours/week) that requires some flexible hours as needed, with quarterly travel to London if you are not already based there. You can work from home or in our shared workspace in Liverpool or London.&nbsp;We are offering this role under two contract options.Permanent, part time contract:<ul><li>0.5 FTE, 2.5 days/week</li><li>£30,000 per annum pro rata</li><li>Pension contribution and holiday entitlement</li></ul>Freelance contract:<ul><li>12-month contract with an intention to renew</li><li>Rate of £150 per day for up to 130 days of work</li></ul>&nbsp;<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ol><li>Showcase the charity to external audiences, particularly donors and high-profile stakeholders.</li><li>Gather the information needed to demonstrate impact for our stakeholders, including donors, high-profile supporters, and national and international audiences.</li><li>Lead on organisational branding, writing impact reports, developing event collateral and other impact focussed external communications.</li><li>Create compelling and emotive narratives, highlighting the power of our work, the stories of our beneficiaries and the importance of our artform.</li><li>Develop and deliver a regular cycle of effective campaigns to engage new supporters with our mission and our work.</li><li>Manage and maintain databases (CRMs) to track up-to-date donor information and data on fundraising activities.</li><li>Handle donor communications, including thank you letters and event invitations.</li><li>Assist with event planning, including managing RSVPs and booking venues and coordinating with suppliers around fundraising events.</li></ol>&nbsp;<h3>Person specification</h3>1. Experience and knowledge<ul><li>Experience of delivering organisational communications</li><li>Experience of managing social media and using analytics insights to inform content strategy</li><li>Experience of copywriting and editorial input</li><li>Experience of supporting events delivery</li><li>Familiarity Wordpress and Canva are essential; Motion and Salesforce are desirable.</li></ul>2. Skills and abilities<ul><li>Excellent copywriting skills and ability to create engaging media content</li><li>Highly organised and able to work from own initiative in managing a complex workload and meeting deadlines.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills - able to engage a wide range of people with an appropriate balance of warmth and professionalism</li><li>Attention to detail across promotional and comms materials.</li></ul>3. Attitudes and values<ul><li>Enthusiasm for the work of Forward Arts Foundation.</li><li>A proactive and good-humoured attitude to meeting challenges and bringing about change.</li><li>Flexibility and willingness to learn</li><li>Commitment to equality</li></ul>&nbsp;Please send your CV and cover letter to the email address found via the Apply button. Please do not include your name, email or other identifying information within your application documents, as they will be assessed anonymously.We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.

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Marketing and development coordinator

Closing date for applications: 26th May 2025 at 11.59pmSalary: £28,808 per annumDuration: 18 monthsStart date: 1st September 2025 Sign up for our <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/learn-more-webinar-financial-times-apprenticeship-scheme-34247" target="_blank">Learn More webinar on Zoom</a> from 5–6pm on Monday 12th May.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Financial Times apprenticeship scheme is now open to applications!This scheme is aimed at helping young people from under-represented groups start a career in journalism. We are particularly keen to hear from people from minority ethnic backgrounds and those from disadvantaged socio-economic households. This apprenticeship is for people who do not have a degree or a university application and candidates who have applications for a degree currently under consideration or who are attending university, are not eligible.You will study for an NCTJ qualification while working at the Manchester Evening News and the FT, under the 18-month apprenticeship scheme.We are looking for people who would like to develop a deep knowledge of current affairs and business, are curious, persistent, seek out the truth and feel suited to working to the tight deadlines and the pressures of a modern newsroom. You will also be able to adapt to different environments - the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester.Due to the partnership with M.E.N., we are especially interested in applications from candidates living in the Greater Manchester area. &nbsp;What this apprenticeship offers<ul><li>Paid-for study towards the NCTJ level 5 qualification through the apprenticeship scheme</li><li>Training at the Manchester Evening News and the FT</li><li>Some accommodation support available &nbsp;</li><li>30 days annual leave</li><li>A dedicated FT mentor throughout the programme</li><li>Access to FT Employee Networks &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>What you’ll do<ul><li>Begin with&nbsp;4 months study in London for the NCTJ level 5 journalist qualification (this industry-recognised standard is the equivalent of second year university and includes the NCTJ diploma). One day a week will be spent in the Financial Times’ London newsroom.</li><li>You will then spend 6 months training as a reporter in Manchester with the Manchester Evening News.</li><li>Return to London to spend 4 months training in a Financial Times specialist publication, such as Investors Chronicle.</li><li>A further 4 months working alongside FT journalists in the field and newsroom</li></ul>Timings may be subject to change &nbsp;Eligibility requirements<ul><li>You will not have a degree or be attending university</li><li>You will be aged 18 years or over by 1 September 2025</li><li>You have been awarded good Level 3 qualifications by September 2025. Suitable qualifications include:<ul><li>2 A levels</li><li>4 AS levels</li><li>NVQ</li><li>BTEC</li><li>Applied General Qualification</li><li>International Baccalaureate diploma</li><li>Access to higher education diploma</li><li>T Level</li><li>Tech level</li></ul></li><li>You must also:<ul><li>Have achieved GCSE 5 for Maths and 7 for English language</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK</li></ul></li></ul> &nbsp;We are looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Curious about people, governments, business and money</li><li>Open-minded and interested in different perspectives</li><li>Truth-seeker</li><li>Willing to learn</li><li>Conscientious, hard-working and diligent</li><li>Resilient and flexible</li><li>Strong communication skills, especially good written and spoken English</li><li>Able to adapt to different environments (the apprenticeship involves living, at different times, in London and Manchester)</li><li>Although not essential, include any languages, data and social media skills in your CV</li></ul> &nbsp;The use of AIOriginal reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Its readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content. For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations. &nbsp;We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role.&nbsp; &nbsp;What’s in it for you? Benefits included:Benefits vary by location but the FT is committed to providing best-in-class perks across all offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of these benefits are available<a href="https://aboutus.ft.com/careers/benefits" target="_blank"> here.</a>The organisation has embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, they are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.&nbsp; &nbsp;About the Manchester Evening NewsThe Manchester Evening News is the biggest regional news website in the country, larger than some national brands. It tells the stories that matter to the people of Greater Manchester and beyond. Its journalism is rooted in hard news reporting, people-focused real life features, and issue-led campaigns. It has a strong cost of living, shopping, what’s on and TV offering.The MEN also provides a unique northern perspective on national news and issues, and the site has been widely recognised with industry awards.The Manchester Evening News is based in Oldham, close to Chadderton Metrolink stop and accessible by bus. It also works on a hybrid model with Tuesday-Thursday office based, but for this role would hope you would spend as much time as possible out on your patch once you have settled in. All junior reporters are mentored by a senior reporter and a content editor to support fast development. &nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Upload your CV, cover letter and application questions as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>In your cover letter, include the questions outlined below</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;In your cover letter:&nbsp;1. Tell us why you want to be a journalist (300 words max)2. Tell us why you think you'd make a great reporter (300 words max)3. This scheme is aimed at under-represented groups; tell us about yourself and your potential to benefit from this opportunity (300 words maximum) &nbsp;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, 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 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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