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Application deadline: 3rd November 2024&nbsp;Are you an aspiring disabled writer with a story to tell? Join Curtis Brown Creative's breakthrough writers' programme and&nbsp;unlock your potential with guidance from a published author!This nine-month mentoring programme is part of Curtis Brown Creative's <a href="https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/breakthrough-writers-programme" target="_blank">Breakthrough Writers' Programme</a>.&nbsp;Mentoring will run from November 2024 to August 2025 and seeks to support four aspiring authors through one-to-one guidance from a published author-mentor, plus a tutorial with a literary agent.Mentoring sessions will take place via Zoom/phone calls. We are able to make accessibility adjustments to the programme if required. For example, by providing a British Sign Language interpreter. Mentors include renowned authors Polly Atkin, Lisette Auton, Nydia Hetherington, Chloe Timms and Claire Wade.You can apply to be mentored for a project at any stage of writing (from just starting to redrafting) and written in any of the following genres/categories:<ul><li>Novel written for adults</li><li>Novel written for children (older than 7) or young adults</li><li>Collection of short stories</li><li>Memoir</li><li>Narrative non-fiction</li></ul>&nbsp;EligibilityThis mentoring is open to all disabled writers over the age of 18.Applicants must have a disability, as defined by the Equality Act 2010. You’re disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on your ability to do normal daily activities.Our form asks you to make a statement about why you should be awarded this mentoring opportunity.<ul><li>Applicants to the Breakthrough mentoring programme for Disabled Writers must fulfil our eligibility criteria.</li><li>Applicants to must not be currently represented by a literary agent.</li></ul>&nbsp;To applyCurtis Brown Creative offers mentoring places on the basis of proven writing ability. We ask applicants to send us the first 3,000 words of a novel/memoir/short story/narrative non-fiction project in progress, with a one-page synopsis, and to fill out our application form. Mentoring places will be awarded to applicants with submission material that shows the greatest potential and promise in our view. The decision will be made by the Curtis Brown Creative team.Our application process is simple, and we encourage all writers meeting the eligibility criteria to apply.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this opportunity through Creative Access.

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Closing date: 21st October 2024Salary: £19,071 via a training bursaryDuration: 7 monthsWorking hours: 9.30am – 5.30pm, Monday to FridayLocation: BristolStart date: 25th November 2024&nbsp;Do you know a Kestrel from a Kingfisher? Or a Gannet from a Goldfinch? If you love watching wildlife documentaries and can’t wait to kickstart your career in TV, this research opportunity, working with an award-winning team in Bristol, could be the one for you…The BBC Natural History Unit (NHU) in Bristol, home of the much-loved and award-winning sister brands of Springwatch and Winterwatch, deliver live television events and social media content for the BBC at key moments throughout the year.&nbsp;They currently have a coveted opportunity for a Trainee Researcher to join their team for seven months. Throughout their time on the series, the successful candidate will gain experience across the Watches brand, which has grown to represent the home of UK wildlife output on the BBC. In addition to being well respected in UK wildlife science and conservation communities, it also attracts a loyal audience of amateur naturalists and nature enthusiasts.On the job training will be provided across the two productions to ensure you have an excellent ground knowledge of how to find the best new science stories, how to set up shoots and how to become confident in archive researching, media management and camera assisting. The trainee will even gain a unique insight from the innovation team into the cutting-edge technology used to capture their animal sequences and will receive ongoing mentor support from experienced researchers on the team.This is the ideal opportunity for a wildlife-obsessed TV enthusiast to emerge from this scheme with all the skills necessary for a junior researcher position. So, if you are ready to step into the world of wildlife television and work on the productions for some of the biggest factual programmes this broadcaster has to offer, this could be the role for you…&nbsp;What you will learn<ul><li>Full understanding of the television production process across a range of Natural History programme types and platforms.</li><li>A passion for topical and factual content that focuses on Natural History.</li><li>A full insight into how the BBC NHU Bristol team operates.</li><li>Research techniques and storytelling skills.</li><li>Administrative and editorial skills.</li><li>How to generate engaging ideas for a range of audiences.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking for<ul><li>A proven passion and extensive knowledge of British wildlife, through study or via a passionate hobby such as birdwatching.</li><li>An ability to talk to scientists and find all the new research that is coming out, ahead of the competition.</li><li>Particular knowledge of TV production and the types of network programming made by the BBC NHU department.</li><li>Passionate about pursuing a career in TV development.</li><li>Team player with the ability to take initiative.</li><li>Creative and bursting with engaging ideas.</li><li>General understanding of the audiences for shows such as the One Show and Springwatch.</li><li>Demonstrable experience or interest in the media; including enthusiasm for factual content and documentaries.</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 specifically created for individuals from specific groups that are under-represented across the creative industries and at BBC Studios. Those backgrounds include, but aren’t limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and those 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.

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Closing date for applications: Friday 25th October at 12 middayDuration of programme: January 2025 to June 2025&nbsp;Are you curious to explore how a career in television could make the most of your interests and talents? Or do you want support to progress your existing career in the industry? If the answer to either question is ‘yes,’ apply to be matched with a mentor from the largest commercial television network in the UK…&nbsp;<a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/" target="_blank">Creative Access</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.itv.com/" target="_blank">ITV</a> are opening applications for their 6th cohort of their virtual mentoring programme, designed to reach aspiring and emerging career talent from communities currently under-represented in television.&nbsp;Mentors, from across all ITV teams and departments, have signed up to support and nurture the next generation of talent who want to begin or progress their journey towards their first or next opportunity in television.&nbsp;ITV’s family of channels consists of ITV1 (which is the largest commercial channel in the UK), ITV2 and ITV3 (the two largest digital channels in the UK), along with ITVX, their streaming platform and&nbsp;online home of all ITV content.&nbsp;From ITV News and ITV Sport, to commercial and commissioning, there are many different roles and teams who come together to make content; including development and production, through to design, digital, technology, legal, finance and HR.&nbsp; &nbsp;This programme aims to break down barriers and myths, and showcase the rich mix of roles and opportunities on offer. It is about giving mentees the chance to gain insights and expertise, develop skills and confidence, and build new connections and networks with the television industry. And it is about giving mentors the opportunity to learn from the fresh perspectives of the mentees.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How does the programme work? &nbsp;Mentors will be available from across ITV, representing all the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.itvjobs.com/business-areas" target="_blank">business areas</a>. Where possible, mentees will be matched with a mentor working in the area in which they would like to work.&nbsp;&nbsp;Starting with a virtual Meet &amp; Greet session in January 2025, the mentoring partnerships will run for six months until June 2025. Mentees will have the opportunity to meet with their mentor once a month, virtually, for approximately an hour.&nbsp;&nbsp;What do you need to apply?&nbsp;<ul><li>A genuine passion for at least one area or department in television&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>An aim to gain employment in a relevant trainee or entry-level role in the future or to secure support with progressing your existing career within television&nbsp;</li><li>A willingness to engage positively with a mentor on a monthly basis for six months&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>No professional experience in television is required to apply for this programme, and we welcome applications from those aiming to switch to television from another industry.&nbsp;Plus, you’ll need to be:<ul><li>Free to participate in monthly meetings between January to June 2025</li><li>Aged 18 or over by January 2025</li><li>Identify as being from at least one of the under-represented groups outlined below.</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,&nbsp;those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning&nbsp;and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. If you have any questions about whether you are eligible, please get in touch by email via <a href="mailto:richard@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">richard@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;To apply<ol><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/user/register/applicant" target="_blank">register today</a> to apply for this opportunity.&nbsp;</li><li>Complete the application form found via the Apply button</li><li>Once submitted, applications are final so please review carefully.</li></ol>If you require any access support while completing the application form, or would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format (e.g. video or audio recording), please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:richard@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">richard@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> to discuss further.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Questions?&nbsp;&nbsp;For any queries or for further information, please contact Richard Clarke on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:richard@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">richard@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Creative Access and ITV mentoring programme

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 4th November'Learn More' session: Wednesday 9th October from 1-2pm.&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/learn-more-creative-access-career-development-bursary-2024-30553" target="_blank">Register your interest here.</a><a href="https://creativeaccess.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/ESV1Dur4ppJAmo5wjFhECjYBECOh0qupBMpo1j9Z23oKgA?e=C08rzP" target="_blank">To view an easy read document for this bursary please click here.</a>&nbsp;Are financial barriers preventing you from achieving your career goals? Do you need funding to make a purchase which will help you get to the next stage of your career in the creative industries? Then our Career Development Bursary is for you!&nbsp;The annual Creative Access Career Development Bursary, generously supported by our partners WME and McLaren Racing, aims to help alleviate some of the financial barriers that may be getting in the way whilst you enter or progress your career in the creative economy.&nbsp;We know the cost of living crisis, soaring costs, plus arts funding cuts, are still holding back too many people from achieving their goals in the creative industries. So, we’ve teamed up with our partners <a href="https://www.wmeagency.com/" target="_blank">WME</a> &nbsp;and <a href="https://www.mclaren.com/racing/" target="_blank">McLaren Racing</a> to make sure that as many talented people as possible from under-represented backgrounds can access vital funding and level-up their careers.&nbsp;&nbsp;McLaren Racing has worked with Creative Access since 2021 as part of the team’s flagship DE&amp;I programme, McLaren Racing Engage, which was launched to open pathways into motorsport careers and support talent from under-represented communities.The Bursary has been created to support talent from under-represented communities who either want to break into, or develop their career in the creative economy. We’ll be supporting people with financial grants to help overcome some of the cost barriers that come with entering or progressing within the creative industries, whether that’s access to equipment, career coaching, driving lessons, care costs, software and much, much more!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Please note this is a positive action scheme opportunity targeted at individuals who identify as being from an under-represented group in the creative industries. This includes Black, Asian and ethnically diverse individuals, disabled people and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. It also includes care leavers, young carers, people who have come to the UK as refugees or asylum seekers and those undergoing gender reassignment/transitioning.&nbsp;&nbsp;How does the Career Development Bursary work?&nbsp; &nbsp;We have a limited number of bursaries available, and you can apply for a bursary of any amount up to £1,000 to help you push your career forward to the next stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bursaries are open to individuals over the age of 18 from communities that are under-represented in the creative industries. For the past three years, so far we’ve supported 123 people with bursaries ranging from £250-£1,000. This has included funding for a range of uses: from driving lessons, working from home equipment, software subscriptions (like Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office), laptops, to camera equipment, art equipment, training courses, relocation costs, film festival submission costs and mentoring. &nbsp;“The bursary is a humongous help to me and my career… it makes my career and my interaction with the creative industry far more accessible.”&nbsp;&nbsp;What can the bursary fund?&nbsp;<ul><li>Training courses (including driving lessons)&nbsp;</li><li>Equipment or software purchase (at an appropriate specification for your career stage)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Equipment or venue hire&nbsp;</li><li>Relocation costs (e.g. deposit or rent support)&nbsp;</li><li>Contribution to living costs whilst working or training (e.g. travel and accommodation)&nbsp;</li><li>Disability access support&nbsp;</li><li>Care costs&nbsp;</li><li>Coaching or mentoring&nbsp;</li><li>Participation in career development programmes (e.g. <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/springboard-programme/" target="_blank">Springboard</a> and <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/thrive-programme/" target="_blank">Thrive</a>)&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Unfortunately, we cannot fund: academic courses, debts, costs that should be paid for by an employer, expenses for activities that have already occurred.&nbsp;&nbsp;How much money can I access?&nbsp;The maximum amount you can apply for is £1,000 and you must provide evidence about your costs (e.g. if you’re applying for equipment, you must specify the exact make and model required and be able to justify why it’s appropriate for your needs). &nbsp;We can only consider one application per person. If you’re applying for several related costs, you should make one bursary application and itemise the different elements, including the grand total.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;What do I need to apply?&nbsp;<ul><li>An aspiration to work in or to develop your career in the creative economy. This encompasses any role in the creative industries, or creative roles in other sectors (e.g. design, marketing, branding). Industries include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Architecture&nbsp;</li><li>Art&nbsp;</li><li>Book, newspaper and magazine publishing&nbsp;</li><li>Campaigning, government and policy&nbsp;</li><li>Fashion&nbsp;</li><li>Film, TV, radio and audio production&nbsp;</li><li>Museums, galleries and libraries&nbsp;</li><li>Music, theatre, dance and visual arts&nbsp;</li><li>PR, marketing and advertising&nbsp;</li><li>Product design &amp; graphic design&nbsp;</li><li>Talent management&nbsp;</li><li>Technology and gaming&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>A clear idea of what you would spend the bursary on and the ability to demonstrate how it would contribute to your career development&nbsp;</li><li>Evidence of your expected cost(s) e.g. website link(s), itemised breakdown of costs&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Plus, you’ll need to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Be over the age of 18, eligible to work in the UK and have a UK bank account in your name (we’re happy to accept applications from those still in education or training)</li><li>Identify as being from an under-represented group in the creative industries. This includes Black, Asian and ethnically diverse individuals, disabled people and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. It also includes care leavers, young carers, people who have come to the UK as refugees or asylum seekers and those undergoing gender reassignment/transitioning. Further information on our eligibility can be found at our <a href="https://creativeaccess.org.uk/individuals/criteria-and-faqs/#ItemsGroup89obr1" target="_blank">FAQs</a></li><li>Be able to demonstrate financial need (please do not apply if you are not in need of financial relief/support, or have savings of over £5,000)&nbsp;</li><li>Be able to use the funding:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>After early January 2025 when the funding period begins (we will not be able to issue funding any earlier than this)&nbsp;</li><li>By Friday 29th August 2025 when the funding period ends&nbsp;</li><li>If you are making a one-off purchase that is not impacted by time scale (i.e. a laptop) we may shorten the funding window&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul>&nbsp;To apply:<ul><li>Log into your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity&nbsp;</li><li>Complete our online application form, which will ask you to provide the following information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Confirmation of your eligibility for the bursary&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>The total bursary amount you would like to apply for, and evidence of costs&nbsp;</li><li>A personal statement explaining what your bursary application is for, how it will be used, why it is not available by other means and how the funded item(s) will help develop your career in the creative economy. A clear and focused personal statement with a strong rationale for why you need bursary support is key to a successful application. Please ensure you cover the following:&nbsp;<ul><li>A brief overview of your career to date and aspirations for the future&nbsp;</li><li>What you would use the bursary for and how the funded item(s) would support you in your career development&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Why you need financial support at this particular point in time&nbsp;</li><li>What your next steps would be if you secured our financial support&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>When you would plan to spend the bursary by&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application so please review carefully.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>If you require any access support while completing the application form or would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format (e.g. video or audio recording), please email <a href="mailto:tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> to discuss further.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Assessment criteria&nbsp;A clear and focused personal statement with a strong rationale for why you need bursary support is key to a successful application, so please ensure that your statement addresses all the requested points. &nbsp;We will also take into consideration the following when assessing applications:&nbsp;<ul><li>The evidence you’ve provided about what the bursary would be used to fund, and itemisation of expected costs including grand total.&nbsp;</li><li>Suitability of the item(s) you’ve applied for, relevant to your career stage&nbsp;</li><li>Long term sustainability of the item(s) you’ve applied for&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;What happens after I’ve applied?&nbsp;We’ll aim to notify you of the outcome of your application within six weeks of the application deadline in mid-December.You will receive a confirmation email once you submit your application – if you haven’t received this then please contact <a href="mailto:tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk</a> who can check for you. Please also email us if something has changed in your plans after having submitted your application.&nbsp;If your application is successful, you’ll receive a bursary offer from us. When you’ve met all the conditions outlined in your offer and provided any additional information requested, we will pay 80% of the agreed bursary amount into your bank account. The remainder of the funding will be reserved until you have submitted relevant documentation to prove the spend of 100% of your bursary (e.g. receipts of purchase, bank statements).&nbsp;&nbsp;Questions?&nbsp;&nbsp;For any queries or for further information, please email Tinu Sodeinde on <a href="mailto:tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">tinu@creativeaccess.org.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Want to learn more?&nbsp;&nbsp;Come along to a ‘Learn More’ session on Wednesday 9th October at 1-2pm on Zoom <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/learn-more-creative-access-career-development-bursary-2024-30553" target="_blank">by signing up via this link</a>.

Creative Access Career Development Bursary

Deadline to sign up for the webinar: Tuesday 8th October at 5pmEvent date and time: Wednesday 9th October, 1-2pm, on Zoom&nbsp;Want to apply for our Career Development Bursary but feeling stuck on your application? Perhaps you’re wondering whether you’re eligible or if you should even apply. We’re here to answer all your questions! Join our exclusive Learn More session on Wednesday 9th October.&nbsp;&nbsp;The bursary, which is generously supported by our partners <a href="https://www.wmeagency.com/" target="_blank">WME</a> and <a href="https://www.mclaren.com/racing/" target="_blank">McLaren Racing</a>, aims to help alleviate some of the financial barriers that may be impacting your ability to access or progress your creative industries career. In the session, you’ll get the inside scoop on how to perfect your application, learn what we’re looking for and find out how the bursary can support your career!&nbsp;&nbsp;Over the past three years, we’ve awarded bursaries ranging from £250 to £1,000 to more than 120 talented individuals from under-represented groups in the creative industries, helping them access resources such as driving lessons, laptops, camera equipment, and more. And the next recipient could be you.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In this session, you will:&nbsp;<ul><li>Discover the details of the bursary including what we’ll fund and who can apply</li><li>Get insights into the application process and hear our top tips for a strong application</li><li>Hear inspiring stories of previous bursary recipients&nbsp;</li><li>Ask any questions you might have&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/job/creative-access-career-development-bursary-30551" target="_blank">Find out more about the Creative Access Career Development bursary here. Applications close on Monday 4th November at 9am. &nbsp;</a>

Learn More: Creative Access Career Development Bursary

Closing date: 20th October 2024 at 11.59pmSalary: London Living Wage (equivalent to £25,642.50 per annum)Duration: 6 monthsWorking hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday unless client demands necessitate (flexible working options are available)Location: London (Hybrid with 2 office days per week on Mondays and Tuesdays)Start date: Late November 2024&nbsp;Curious about a PR career? This six-month paid internship offers you the chance to gain experience in campaign management, media pitching, and more!<a href="https://kindredagency.com/" target="_blank">Kindred</a> is an independent PR and comms agency delivering positive change. For them, positive change is serious business. They believe strong purpose and strong performance aren’t mutually exclusive. The agency works with brands and organisations that want to achieve both. They create campaigns that have the power to improve the lives of people, strengthen communities and enhance the wellbeing of the world.They’re looking for an ambitious, organised and eager-to-learn PR intern to join the team delivering standout, award-winning campaigns which earn attention.This role will sit within the PR team, working with a wide range of people across multiple clients in a variety of sectors and industries.&nbsp;What you'll learn<ul><li>Planning and evaluating comms campaigns</li><li>How to craft a story for earned media</li><li>Selling-in to media</li><li>Event management</li></ul>&nbsp;Key activities<ul><li>Project management. You’ll take ownership of account organisation and admin to ensure campaigns run smoothly. On the front foot when it comes to monitoring media coverage and reporting results to the wider team and clients, you’ll play a crucial role in showcasing best-in-class campaigns to clients – and beyond.</li><li>Conducting research and supporting account teams with idea generation. You will help develop concepts that inform client campaigns and new business efforts. This will also include monitoring and keeping in the know on the latest cultural and industry trends, to ensure clients are advised on how they can be best connected to their audiences.</li><li>Writing. You'll help develop written materials including press releases, pitches to national, regional and consumer media, as well as client updates.</li><li>Media relations.&nbsp;You’ll build relationships with journalists and broadcast producers, and you’ll seek out and engage media to sell in stories and secure impactful coverage.</li><li>Events and photo shoots. You’ll help account teams plan and execute exciting shoots and events that will contribute to the success of a given campaign.</li></ul>&nbsp;Who we're looking for<ul><li>Someone who has a genuine interest in pursuing communications as a career pathway, and potentially an interest in Kindred's area of expertise (<a href="https://kindredagency.com/our-work/" target="_blank">read more here</a>).</li><li>Have a desire to learn and improve.</li><li>Be willing to make the most of the opportunity;&nbsp;put the effort in when it comes to gaining exposure&nbsp;across all areas.</li><li>This is an entry-level role, so no specific professional&nbsp;experience is required.</li><li>Likewise, a&nbsp;university degree is&nbsp;not necessary for this role.</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>&nbsp;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,&nbsp;those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning&nbsp;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.

Kindred

PR intern

Closing date: 27th October 2024 at 11.59pmSalary: £12.50 per hourDuration: 12 monthsWorking hours: 9am-5pm, Part-time working 2 days per weekLocation: Hybrid working from the office at least one day per weekStart date: From Mid-November 2024&nbsp;Love creating engaging content? This paid internship is perfect for an early career digital marketer looking to work on meaningful projects in the arts and heritage sector.<a href="https://harleyfoundation.org.uk/" target="_blank">The Harley Foundation</a> is an independent charitable trust which supports the visual arts and crafts. It has created award-winning visitor attractions, a community of artist’s studios, and a vibrant event and education programme on the historic Welbeck estate in Nottinghamshire.In this Digital Marketing internship, you will be creating short and long-form pieces about objects in the museum and topics you feel would be interesting to their existing audiences and which would attract new visitors.&nbsp;This would include writing, filming and editing short-form videos for social media platforms as well as website articles.&nbsp;What you'll be doing<ul><li>Learning how to work as part of a small committed team in a heritage and contemporary art venue</li><li>Working with the marketing team to find out how to successfully reach a broad base of visitors</li><li>Building your digital skills in filmmaking, editing, and copywriting</li><li>Developing your transferable skills e.g. time management, negotiating with others, and successfully putting your point of view across</li><li>Researching suitable and interesting topics using the objects in the museum displays to draw out stories you find interesting and engaging</li><li>Writing 500-word articles for the website and transforming these articles into short-form films for Instagram and TikTok</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking for<ul><li>Familiarity with creating content for social media</li><li>Ability to create written content; we are looking for a unique voice and point of view</li><li>Passion for expanding audiences in arts, art galleries, museums, or heritage sites</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> &nbsp;</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,&nbsp;those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning&nbsp;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.

The Harley Foundation

Digital marketing internship

Closing date to sign up: 20th October 2024 at 11.59pm&nbsp;A unique opportunity to spend the week with one of the fastest-growing children’s entertainment businesses globally…&nbsp;<a href="https://moonbug.com/" target="_blank">Moonbug Entertainment</a> is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the most popular kids’ titles in the world. Moonbug’s line-up includes global sensations CoComelon, Blippi, Little Baby Bum, Oddbods, Little Angel, My Magic Pet Morphle, Supa Strikas, Go Buster, Playtime with Twinkle, Gecko’s Garage, ARPO and many more. Moonbug’s shows are currently available in 32 languages and feature on more than 150 platforms globally, including YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Sky, Super RTL, BBC iPlayer, HBO Max, Tencent, Youku and Roku.&nbsp;This exclusive, one-week work experience programme is designed to give 12 passionate individuals from under-represented backgrounds a behind-the-scenes look at the world of creative media!&nbsp;From meeting industry leaders to exploring the Music Department and animation studio, you'll dive into the world of motion design, gaming, and production. Plus, boost your CV and LinkedIn with hands-on workshops. Perfect for curious, driven minds eager to break into scriptwriting, music composing, animation, YouTube, the digital space, and more.&nbsp;You’ll get the chance to hear from and shadow different departments in the business including studios, post-production, music, platforms and human resources. The week will include some of the following tasks/projects:<ul><li>Creating your own YouTube channel and pitching the idea to the Platforms team&nbsp;</li><li>Having a go at making your very own script and illustrations&nbsp;</li><li>Creating your very own jingle with Moonbug's music director&nbsp;</li><li>Hear from the gaming department and discover how you can kick-start your career in gaming</li><li>Participating in an HR workshop which will include a CV writing and LinkedIn session, as well as receiving interview skills training from industry-leading professionals&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;About the week:<ul><li>Dates: 25th - 29th November 2024</li><li>Timings: 10am – 3pm (including a one-hour lunch break)&nbsp;</li><li>Location: 3-6, 2nd Floor, LABS Upper Lock, Water Ln, London, NW1 8JZ</li><li>What to bring with you: A positive can-do attitude, enthusiasm and lots of questions!&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Please note:&nbsp;<ul><li>You must be able to attend all 5 days of the programme</li><li>Lunch and refreshments throughout the week will be provided&nbsp;</li><li>All participants will be able to claim reasonable travel expenses&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;To applyPlease send your CV and answer the following questions:&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Why do you want to attend the work experience programme at Moonbug Entertainment?&nbsp;</li><li>What question would you like to ask the Moonbug team?&nbsp;</li><li>What creative industry sector are you most interested in learning about?&nbsp;</li><li>Do you have any access requirements for the application process or attending the work experience programme at Moonbug? Additionally, please provide your location and the anticipated cost of travel expenses.</li></ul>You may include a link to your portfolio or 1-3 examples of your work with your CV as one document; please note that submitting a portfolio or creative work is optional.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;

Moonbug Entertainment

Work experience programme

Closing date: Sunday 6th October&nbsp;If you have the desire to write, a great idea and a compelling voice – and if you’re a writer of colour without the financial means to attend a Curtis Brown Creative course, this scholarship opportunity is for you.This scholarship will award one talented writer of colour with limited financial means a place on our three-month online <a href="https://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/course/breakthrough-ya-and-childrens-fiction-scholarship-for-writers-of-colour-1024" target="_blank">Writing YA &amp; Children's Fiction</a> course. The course will run from 21 October 2024 to 3 February 2025, with teaching and feedback from award-winning author Catherine Johnson.&nbsp;EligibilityThe scholarship is open to writers of colour over the age of 18, who fulfil our low-income eligibility criteria.Applicants must have one of the following categories of ethnicity:<ul><li>East Asian (Chinese; Japanese); South Asian (Indian; Pakistani; Bangladeshi); Southeast Asian (Vietnamese; Korean; Filipino); any other Asian background</li><li>Black African; Black Caribbean; Black Other</li><li>Mixed – White and Asian; Mixed – White and Black Caribbean; Mixed – White and Black African; any other mixed background from more than one group</li><li>Any other background by which you identify as a person of colour</li></ul>Applicants must also fulfil our financial criteria:<ul><li>Unmarried&nbsp;and not co-habiting with a partner,&nbsp;with an annual (gross, pre-tax) income of less than £25,000 and personal savings of less than £5,000.</li><li>Married or co-habiting with a partner, with a total annual (gross pre-tax) household income of less than £35,000 and personal savings (jointly or individually) of less than £5,000.</li></ul>If you don’t quite fit our financial criteria but are nonetheless financially challenged, then do apply, explaining your circumstances in the form.Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity.&nbsp;Terms and conditions<ul><li>Applicants to the Breakthrough YA &amp; Children's Fiction Scholarship for Writers of Colour must fulfil our eligibility criteria. Our form asks you to make a statement about your ethnicity, your financial income and the reason you deserve this fully funded opportunity.</li><li>With respect to the earnings thresholds set out in our eligibility section: for salaried applicants, your&nbsp;current salary at date of application must be under the threshold. For self-employed applicants, your gross pre-tax profits (average figure for the last two financial years) must be under the threshold. State benefits such as jobseeker’s allowance should be counted as income.</li><li>Applicants may be asked to provide proof of their financial circumstances in support of their scholarship applications.</li><li>Because the scholarship is open only to those who do not have the means to attend the applicable course without financial assistance, applicants should bear in mind that their application will be considered only for the scholarship places and not for other fee-paying places on the courses.</li><li>Applicants to this scholarship must not be currently represented by a literary agent.</li></ul><h4>&nbsp;</h4>How to applyCurtis Brown Creative offers places on our courses on the basis of proven writing ability. Our application process is simple, and we encourage all writers meeting the eligibility criteria to apply.Please apply with the first 3,000 words of the novel you’d like to work on during the course, and a synopsis of no more than a page (both need to be in the same document, as you can only upload ONE file to our application form). Please note that those with the financial means to attend our courses should not apply to this scholarship.This scholarship will be awarded to the applicant whose submission material shows the greatest potential and promise in our view. The decision will be made by the Curtis Brown Creative team.Don’t worry if you have little or nothing to say in response to questions about e.g. writing experience or employment. Just fill out the form, upload your work and we’ll be in touch soon.The deadline for applications is&nbsp;Sunday 6 October, and we will respond to applicants by&nbsp;Thursday 10 October. If you encounter any problems during the application process or have any more questions about the courses, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:help@curtisbrowncreative.co.uk" target="_blank">help@curtisbrowncreative.co.uk</a>&nbsp;for assistance.Please state in your application that you found this opportunity via Creative Access.

Breakthrough YA & children's fiction scholarship for writers of colour

Closing date: 6th October 2024 at 11.59pmTraining bursary: £23,806 (equivalent to net amount earning £13.55 per hour)Duration: 12 monthsWorking hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (inclusive of 1 hour lunch break per day)Location: Working from the office 4 days per weekStart date: 11th November 2024&nbsp;Develop key finance skills in this exciting 12-month internship at an iconic dance institution!<a href="https://theplace.org.uk/" target="_blank">The Place</a>, London’s creative powerhouse for dance development, has been leading the way in dance training, creation and performance for over 50 years. In a changing landscape, their mission for the future remains steadfast: they are powering imagination through dance, championing new ideas, embracing risks and creating optimal conditions for dance artists and enthusiasts to realise their full potential.The trainee role will work across all areas of the finance team to develop an understanding of the finance function. The trainee will be supported to develop the ability to process and understand financial transactions, maintain financial records, analyse and present data and develop finance reconciliation skills.This trainee position supports the Finance Supervisor in managing income and expenditure workflows for The Place, ensuring timely processing, payments, and reconciliations according to agreed processes and service levels. The trainee also assists the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Business Partner and other business areas with data reporting and analysis as needed.Training will be provided to ensure that the trainee is able to complete the work independently within a timely manner and develop finance skills in order to progress towards a finance qualification.&nbsp;What you'll be doing<ul><li>Posting and uploading invoices into the finance system and statement reconciliations.</li><li>Preparation of payments to suppliers.</li><li>Posting of credit card statements and expense claims.</li><li>Responding to finance queries.</li><li>Raising sales invoices, production of monthly debtors statements, credit control.</li><li>Posting and allocation of student income.</li><li>Reconciliation of departmental income.</li><li>Posting journals to the system to correct errors and post adjustments.</li><li>Month-end reconciliations and maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Account management.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking for<ul><li>5 GCSEs at A*-C or an equivalent qualification, must include Maths.</li><li>Good IT skills (Microsoft Office).</li><li>Excellent teamwork skills.</li><li>Strong numerical and written communication skills.</li><li>A self-motivated problem-solver.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and flexibility with planning and prioritising tasks.</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> &nbsp;</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,&nbsp;those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning&nbsp;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.

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