Media Planning Apprentice

Creative Lives in Progress; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a Media Planning Apprentice to support the Media team in promoting streaming campaigns. This full-time apprenticeship will offer training and a qualification in Multi Channel Marketing, aiming to develop strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, has a passion for media, and meets the essential qualifications in Maths and English. The position is based in either London or Bristol and offers a balanced mix of office work and remote activities.

Benefits

Relocation support

Formal qualification in Multi Channel Marketing

Work experience in a media environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years old at the start of the scheme.
• No prior completion of a similar qualification at the same or higher level.

Responsibilities

• Set up promotional campaigns for streaming.
• Check legal certification and suitability.
• Update trails based on schedule changes.
• Liaise with production and marketing teams.
• Perform general team assistant duties.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Understanding of Channel 4's remit

Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or above

Job description

Job Title: Media Planning Apprentice
Reports to: Channel 4 Streaming Media Planning Manager
Department: Marketing
Location: London or Bristol
Number of roles: 1
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.

For tips on writing your application before you apply, watch our YouTube video How to Write an Outstanding Application.

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

The Media team sit within Channel 4’s marketing division. It is their responsibility to manage the owned media promotional strategy and allocation of owned inventory across the 4Network. Essentially, it is their job to ensure that all the viewers coming to our streaming platform are served the promotional marketing campaigns most relevant to them, and most likely to make them stick around and watch more – whether that be an exciting new drama coming soon, or a classic from our large archive bank like The Inbetweeners. It is for them to collaborate with data and insights, editorial, marketing, 4Creative and more to make the most efficient campaign planning decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setting up promotional campaigns for streaming within our campaign systems and ad‑server, in accordance with Promotional Priorities determined by Marketing and Media Planning
• Checking trail legal certification and suitability
• React to changes in the schedule and update trails accordingly
• Liaise with 4Creative Production and Marketing
• General team assistant duties

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
• Good knowledge of Channel 4’s channel portfolio, services and understanding of it’s remit.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills
• A desire to take responsibility and work on own initiative
• Keen attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel

QUALIFICATION OFFERED WITH THIS APPRENTICESHIP

Multi Channel Marketer Level 3

LENGTH OF APPRENTICESHIP

18 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.