Content Creator Apprenticeship - Level 3 - BBC Radio Cumbria - Carlisle

The Bbc; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

BBC is offering a Content Creator apprenticeship in the UK. You will learn on-the-job and study toward a Level 3 Content Creator qualification, developing skills in researching, writing, producing and editing across multiple subjects.

You will attend learning blocks with a provider, including both in-person and virtual sessions, with travel for in-person learning and activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older by September 2027.
• Must have UK residence for the last 3 years.
• Eligible to work full-time in the UK for the duration.
• No current apprenticeship enrolment.
• Previous relevant experience may adjust learning plan.

Responsibilities

• Create trusted, high-quality content for BBC audiences.
• Develop storytelling by researching, writing, producing and editing content.
• Grow digital skills by monitoring audience trends and editing social media clips.
• Spot opportunities for short clips, behind-the-scenes moments and talent-led extras.
• Collaborate with expert teams and learn from experienced professionals.

Skills

Fresh, creative ideas

Social media aware

Adaptable

Collaborative

Self-development

Job description

As a Content Creator apprentice, this is brilliant opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute - you could expect to:

• Play a part in creating trusted, high-quality content for BBC audiences.


• Grow your storytelling skills through hands-on experience researching, writing, producing and editing content on a range of subjects.


• Develop your digital content skills by monitoring audience trends and creating content for social media platforms, including selecting and editing clips from programmes for use on social media platforms.


• Spot opportunities for digital content, including short clips, behind-the-scenes moments, interviews and talent-led extras.


• Learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with expert teams and develop your career at the world's largest public service broadcaster.

You’ll study for your industry recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off the job. This means that as well as learning on your placement at the BBC, you’ll also attend learning blocks (up to a week at a time) with our learning provider, working towards an industry recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Content Creator.

Learning blocks will be a mixture of in-person and virtual delivery, including attending instructor-led workships, tutorial sessions, presentations and group work.

For more information on what you will study during the scheme, please see the Content Creator apprenticeship standard.

As part of the programme, you will be required to travel to attend in-person learning blocks and other apprenticeship-related activities where necessary.

YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY

We’re interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world-class content and operational excellence to our audiences. We’re not focused on your qualifications; instead, we look for potential and offer you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience to work in different ways.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply:

• Bring fresh, creative ideas for engaging and reaching new audiences.


• A genuine consumer of content who follows what is happening across platforms like TikTok, YouTube and Instagram.


• Adaptable and versatile, able to switch between serious, issue-based content and fun, high-energy entertainment.


• A collaborative team player who is organised, motivated, adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced environment.


• Passionate about your own self-development, showing the discipline and commitment required to complete the apprenticeship.

Join us as an apprentice at the BBC to give yourself the opportunity to kick-start your career in a job you’ll love. We’re committed to your skills and talent development. You’ll learn on-the-job, developing your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, whilst working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.

WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME?

The Content Creator apprenticeship is designed to equip you with the skills to create engaging, impactful content across a range of platforms. You’ll learn how to plan and develop creative ideas, research target audiences, and produce audio, visual and written content suitable for different channels.

This hands-on, immersive programme combines practical workshops, interactive sessions, assignments and collaborative group projects. You’ll gain experience in creating, recording and editing video and audio content, while developing your planning, presentation and pitching skills. The scheme also provides a foundation in photography and imaging, social media and search engine optimisation (SEO), and website creation, giving you a broad understanding of modern digital content production.

Want to find out more? Watch recordings from our webinar series on our Life at the BBC YouTube playlist to learn more about this scheme and other opportunities we offer, and hear from current apprentices about their experiences.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

BBC Radio Cumbria operates a network of radio stations across England and the Channel Islands. From Truro to Newcastle, we are at the heart of the local community. Our services offer a trusted source of local news and information but we also celebrate everything that is great about where we live. Whilst our shows will primarily be studio-based, we are all about getting into the heart of the communities that we serve. We have a unique connection with our audience and love finding and sharing their stories. We’re also passionate about local sport, plus our 'Make A Difference' initiative is all about celebrating the people and organisations that make the areas we broadcast to, a great place to live.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, you must:

• Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2027.


• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to the start of the apprenticeship.


• Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.


• Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme, whether with the BBC or another organisation.


• No prior learning is required to apply.


• If you already have relevant experience or qualifications, your individual learning plan may be adjusted to reflect this - meaning you could complete your apprenticeship in less time.