Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 15-month, full-time Level 3 Content Creator Apprenticeship at BBC Radio Manchester in Salford.
- Earn £24,650 per year.
- Learn to create engaging audio, visual, and written content for various platforms, with a focus on music and social media.
- No prior learning required; eligibility based on age, residency, and legal right to work. GCSE Maths and English required for those under 19 at the start.
- Applications close when filled, but candidates must live within commutable distance of Salford.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
This is a 15-month, full-time Content Creator apprenticeship designed to equip you with the skills to create engaging, impactful content across a range of platforms.
What You'll Learn:
- Plan and develop creative ideas.
- Research target audiences.
- Produce audio, visual, and written content for different channels.
- Create, record, and edit video and audio content.
- Develop planning, presentation, and pitching skills.
- Gain a foundation in photography, imaging, social media, SEO, and website creation.
About the Team:
BBC Introducing supports new music from across the UK. Working within BBC Radio Manchester, you will:
- Listen to new music and carry out research.
- Edit audio and support programme teams.
- Create content and potentially help deliver live events and sessions.
We are looking for someone passionate about music, radio, and social media, who is organised, creative, and confident working under pressure in a fast-paced broadcasting environment.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to creating trusted, high-quality content for BBC audiences.
- Develop storytelling skills through researching, writing, producing, and editing content.
- Monitor audience trends and create content for social media platforms, including selecting and editing clips.
- Identify opportunities for digital content, such as short clips and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Learn from experienced professionals and collaborate with expert teams.
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 3 Content Creator apprenticeship qualification, with a mixture of on-the-job learning and off-the-job training, including in-person and virtual workshops.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to the apprenticeship start.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK.
- Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- No prior learning is required to apply.
- For candidates under 19 by 8th September 2027: Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or equivalent is required, or you will need to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of the apprenticeship.
Application Process:
- Create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed.
- You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of Salford.
- Relocation support may be available subject to financial eligibility criteria.
This is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you can apply for suitable vacancies at the BBC or elsewhere.