4Studio Digital Production Apprentice (Leeds)

Creative Lives in Progress; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative organization in Leeds is seeking a passionate Digital Production Apprentice to assist with video content creation for social media. This apprenticeship offers the chance to work in a collaborative team environment, supporting production processes and gaining valuable skills in digital content. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organizational skills, and a keen interest in social media and video production. This position is part of a diverse program aimed at enriching the creative industry.

Benefits

Financial support for relocation

Apprenticeship qualification

Access to training and workshops

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or over at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Demonstrable passion for digital video content.
• Able to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with original video creation for C4's Social Platforms.
• Contributing to idea development and pitching ideas.
• Learning about the production planning process.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Interest in social media

Creativity

Education

Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above

Job description

Job Title:

4Studio, Digital Production Apprentice

Reports to:

Video Producer/Editor

Department:

4Studio

Location:

Leeds

Number of roles:

2

Start Date:

September 2026

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.

Watch our YouTube video "How to Write an Outstanding Application" for tips on writing your application before you apply.

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

CHANNEL 4 BEHAVIOURS

At Channel 4, we have four core behaviours that underpin everything we do. These are outlined below, and we will be assessing candidates on these behaviours throughout the recruitment process.

• Include – We’re Altogether Different so let’s give each other a bear hug, team up and trust each other to collaborate arm‑in‑arm. Don’t just listen: listen to understand.
• Innovate – Don’t just rinse and repeat: don’t just go through the motions. Challenge positive and embrace change. Experiment & take smart risks.
• Grow – Question everything and school yourself. Be generous with your knowledge with others and seek feedback from them. Be clear with your objectives.
• Get it done – Make your time at Channel 4 count. Be a solution‑finder, not a finger‑pointer. Prioritise, decide and then act – always commercially.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Studio is the home of social media content at Channel 4. This includes content that we make about, and with our TV shows and talent, content we make with our favourite brands and sponsors, or original content for social media audiences.

4Studio is based in C4’s new National HQ in Leeds and is a key component of C4’s regional strategy, creating creative job opportunities outside London and expanding the diversity of the company’s creative contribution.

We are looking for a brilliant apprentice to learn all aspects of creating original video content for a digital audience while bringing their own energy and ideas to the team. This might range from research, writing a pitch deck or assisting with edits, through to planning a shoot, working on set or helping create great ideas for new content. The ideal candidate will be wildly passionate about social video content as well as TV and film, brimming with great ideas, a can‑do attitude, and a hunger to learn from the best in the business.

One of our apprentices will be assigned to assist on Channel 4 Served, our brand new social channel that produces entertaining recipe content across social media.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the Original and Branded Content Production teams; your day‑to‑day will include but not be limited to…
• Assisting Production Team with original video creation for C4’s Social Platforms.
• Helping to produce digital and social assets to support linear branded programming.
• Attending location and studio shoots in runner capacity, providing production support.
• Contributing to idea development, pitching your ideas where required.
• Learning about production process; including storyboarding, filming, logging, editing, and delivering content to schedule.
• Working with production management to learn about the production planning process, setting up shoots and content workflows.
• Liaising with other departments at Channel 4 including Marketing, Commissioning, Legal and other areas of the business where required.
• Following through with ideas from conception to delivery – you have a base knowledge of how social content is created and want to hone your craft.
• Quality assurance & delivery of content to the Social Media Managers.
• Sourcing material for online projects, social video, pitches & briefs.
• Transcribing videos for subtitling purposes.
• Supporting the digital team in delivering a wide variety of digital projects.
• Source interesting digital inspiration to share with the team.
• Be passionate about and have an understanding of the Channel 4 remit.
• Be actively engaged in food content creation and be happy to assist with food preparation and kitchen maintenance.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Verbal and written communication skills – 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.
• Interest in working with brands, TV talent and creators.
• Demonstrable passion for social media and original digital video content.
• Comfortable building relationships with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Interested in developing and generating ideas to be used across all our social platforms.
• An interest in food content creation.

QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP

Content Creator Level 3

LENGTH OF APPRENTICESHIP

15 Months

ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION FORMATS

We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at [e-mail].

Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking here. You can also watch our YouTube video "Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments".

RELOCATION

If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.