THE C4 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you.

Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You'll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home.

The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

If you'd like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, How to Write an Outstanding Application.

The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.

AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.
You'll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE
You can't have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level
Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please visit the Channel 4 Jobs website

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

Reporting into a Producer/Editor, the Social Media Apprentice is a key member of the Social Media Channels Teams. You'll experience all the different aspects of the work during your rotations and will assist the team to produce and publish campaigns that successfully drive viewers to engage with Channel 4. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Working closely with the channels teams to coordinate, manage and build Channel 4's social media presence across Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok - predominantly to drive views on our content.
Learning about the production process from idea to publication. This might include briefing in of assets, editing videos, coming up with ideas or writing copy for social posts.
Creating content for publication including videos, images or thumbnails.
Managing calendar of key cultural moments and events that the social team should be engaging with and generating ideas (i.e. National Best Friend Day, Halloween etc.)
Reviewing content and how it is performing - assisting with testing and reporting
Assisting with day-to-day administrative and ad hoc tasks as required
Analysing competitors and other key players' social media
Building and maintaining good relationships with internal departments and external partners.
Community management
Keeping up to date with social media trends and contributing ideas back to your team.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

As part of the application process you'll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn't need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job.

We've provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills. Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences.
Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication - e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing.
Attention to detail - e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.
Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams.
An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's remit
Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above
A clear and demonstrated passion for TV and digital content
A passion for social media with an understanding of different platforms
Creative thinking and ability to come up with new and exciting ideas
Initiative and ability to work independently and as part of the team

QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP

Content Creator Level 3