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Closing date for applications: 22nd January 2026Salary: £7,862.40 part time salary based on a 3-day working week for up to 6 months (full time annual salary equivalent £26,208)Interviews: Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th February 2026Start Date: March 2026 onwards (flexible)Contract: 6 monthsLocation: The role will be mainly based in Walk the Plank’s office at Cobden Works, 37-41 Cobden Street, Salford, M6 6WF – you will be expected to work in the office. You will also be expected to travel to different event locations. Travel and accommodation, if necessary, will be paid for and arranged by the company. Join a leading outdoor arts organisation and develop key skills needed to purse opportunities in the creative industries.We are looking for two emerging creatives, based in Greater Manchester, to join our team on a part time basis (3 days a week) for up to 6 months.<a href="https://www.walktheplank.co.uk/" target="_blank">Walk the Plank</a> is one of the UK’s leading outdoor arts organisations with a reputation for creating innovative productions and performances which engage artists and communities in a wide range of outdoor settings. Walk the Plank’s track record of making work that engages citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with everyone. From fire gardens and site-responsive installations to parades and festivals, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent. To explore what we do, have a look at our showreel.You will learn by doing, shadowing others and gain experience working with different teams. For example, you will spend time working with producers and production managers, as well as with our marketing department and working on Walk the Plank’s projects. You will be supported by a project manager throughout your time with us.The position will start from March 2026, and can be flexible depending on your existing commitments. Here is a rough project timeline:<ul><li>March: Join regular team meetings, visit event locations, meet with the creative teams, work as part of the team at our Salford HQ</li><li>April - August: Live events taking place</li><li>September: Evaluation</li></ul> What is an Emerging Creative?Emerging creatives are people interested in working in the creative industries who are at, or near the beginning of their career in the arts. We are looking to develop the next generation of creative industry professionals, especially candidates who feel they are:Finding that the way things are set up is making it hard to get training or experience, or a foot in the door. Didn’t go to University or didn’t complete a University course. Not seeing people like themselves in the sector, or working in TV, film and theatre. Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceAre you:<ul><li>Interested in working in the arts, cultural events, and the creative industries?</li><li>In the early stages of a career?</li><li>Able to get on with a variety of people of different ages and from diverse backgrounds?</li><li>Able to work on your own and as part of a team?</li><li>Willing to use Microsoft Office software; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook?</li><li>Able to travel to M6 6WF in Salford?</li></ul>Finally, are you:<ul><li>Out of full-time education?</li><li>Legally allowed to work in the UK?</li></ul> We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Walk the Plank

Emerging creatives

Sign up by: Thursday 8th January 2026Event date: Thursday 22nd January 2026Location: BBC MediaCityUK, Salford &nbsp; &nbsp;Have you ever wondered if a career in radio and music at the BBC could be for you, or never imagined it might be? BBC Open Music is here to help you explore that possibility.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3zVFxBp7GXV01LLhjp80Yd0/find-your-space-in-radio-and-music" target="_blank">BBC Open Music</a> is a training scheme which brings together creatives, musicians and aspiring radio or technical producers from all genres, backgrounds and regions across the UK. It’s designed to help you build new skills, spark fresh ideas, and explore collaboration within&nbsp;orchestral and classical music broadcasting at the BBC – with an aim to improve the diversity of talent entering the industry.Ahead of BBC Open Music opening for applications in January 2026 we’ll be running a series of Insight Days across the UK and we’d love to see you there.&nbsp; &nbsp;What will the Insight Days involve?The Insight Days will offer a chance to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Visit a BBC base and find out more about careers in radio and music</li><li>Meet and network with inspirational industry professionals</li><li>Find out about the BBC Open Music scheme and other early careers opportunities, plus get tips for applying</li><li>In some locations, develop hands-on skills by producing a mock radio programme</li></ul> Who are the Insight Days for?You don’t need formal qualifications or any experience working in radio or classical music to attend – you just need to be over 18 and have a curiosity for exploring what a career in this area might look like.&nbsp;The Insights Days could be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Want to build your knowledge, skills and contacts within the BBC and the wider radio and music industry</li><li>Are passionate about sharing music with others</li><li>Have a curiosity for orchestral and/or classical music</li><li>Would like to explore ways you could develop your career as a creative, radio producer or technical producer</li><li>Want to learn more about whether the BBC might be the workplace for you</li><li>Are interested in finding out more about BBC Open Music and other talent schemes at the BBC</li></ul> &nbsp;Where and when are the Insight Days?&nbsp;We’ll be running Insight Days in Birmingham, Glasgow, Salford, London, Belfast and Cardiff on the following dates, with details on how to sign up to follow soon via Creative Access.&nbsp;<ul><li>Thursday 4th December 2025 – BBC The Mailbox, Birmingham</li><li>Tuesday 13th January 2026 – BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow</li><li>Thursday 22nd January 2026 – BBC MediaCityUK, Salford</li><li>Wednesday 4th February 2026 – BBC London Broadcasting House, London</li><li>Tuesday 10th February 2026 – BBC Blackstaff House, Belfast</li><li>Monday 23rd February 2026 – BBC Cardiff Central Square, Cardiff&nbsp;</li></ul>Check <a href="https://opportunities.creativeaccess.org.uk/organization/bbc" target="_blank">BBC's profile page</a> to see any other opportunities to sign up for Insights Days in other locations.The timings for the Insight Days will vary but please make sure you are available 11:00-16:00. Exact timings will be confirmed once places are allocated.&nbsp; &nbsp;How do I apply?&nbsp;&nbsp;To sign up, please complete the expression of interest form on our website via the Apply button. There are limited spaces available, and you can only apply for one day so please ensure that you select the location closest to you, and that you are available to attend on the listed date.We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us.&nbsp;We welcome and encourage attendees who are under-represented in the radio and music sector. This includes individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, people who are deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent people, and people from working class backgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Want to find out more?&nbsp;For more information, click the Apply button. Applications for the BBC Open Music scheme will open in January 2026.&nbsp;If you have any questions about the BBC Open Music scheme or the Insight Days, you can contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:openmusic@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">openmusic@bbc.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;

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