Apprenticeship · Level 3
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 15-month, full-time Level 3 Content Creator Apprenticeship with BBC Radio Solent in Southampton.
- Earn £24,650 per year while learning on-the-job and working towards an industry-recognised qualification.
- Develop skills in content creation, audio/video production, social media, and digital storytelling.
- No prior learning required; focus is on passion, potential, and transferable strengths.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
This is a 15-month, full-time Content Creator Apprenticeship with BBC Radio Solent in Southampton.
You will learn on-the-job, developing your knowledge and skills while working towards a Level 3 Content Creator qualification with a learning provider.
What You'll Learn:
- Planning and developing creative ideas.
- Researching target audiences.
- Producing audio, visual, and written content for various platforms.
- Creating, recording, and editing video and audio content.
- Developing planning, presentation, and pitching skills.
- Photography and imaging.
- Social media and search engine optimisation (SEO).
- Website creation.
Your Responsibilities:
- Contribute to creating high-quality content for BBC audiences.
- Develop storytelling skills through researching, writing, producing, and editing content.
- Create content for social media platforms, including monitoring audience trends 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.
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 for the entire duration.
- Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- No prior learning is required to apply.
- For candidates under 19 at 8th September 2027: Must have Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or equivalent, or be working towards Functional Skills Level 2.
Application Process:
- Create a candidate profile and answer questions – no CV or cover letter needed.
- You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of Southampton.
- Relocation support may be available for eligible candidates.
This is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you can apply for suitable vacancies within the BBC or the wider creative industry.