Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Apprenticeship in Journalism with BBC Sport in Glasgow.
- Earn £22,950 per year while gaining hands-on experience.
- Work towards an NCTJ Diploma in Journalism and a SCQF 7 qualification.
- Applications close when the advert is removed, but please apply early.
- Must be 18+, have lived in the UK for 3 years, and not hold a similar journalism qualification.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
This is a 24-month, full-time Junior Journalist Apprenticeship with BBC Sport in Glasgow.
What You'll Do
- Work alongside experienced journalists to develop your skills and create high-quality content.
- Gain hands-on experience in researching stories, booking guests, and writing briefs.
- Discover and develop compelling stories, assisting with interviews.
- Learn from industry experts at the BBC.
- Create content for BBC Sport's digital platforms, social media, and YouTube channel.
Qualifications and Learning
You will work towards:
- NCTJ Diploma in Journalism: Covering modules such as Media Law, Essential Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism for a Digital Audience, and Video Journalism. Assessment will be through exams, coursework, and a portfolio.
- SCQF 7 apprenticeship qualification.
Weekly in-person classes will be held at Glasgow Clyde College (or virtually for those not based in Glasgow).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK.
- Not be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- Not already hold a qualification in journalism at the same or a higher level.
- Not have completed or be studying for the NCTJ diploma or a journalism qualification at the same level or higher.
- Have achieved English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
- For those under 19 at the start of the apprenticeship, Maths GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) is also required to pass the apprenticeship.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.
What We're Looking For
We are interested in your potential and transferable strengths, rather than specific qualifications. We're looking for:
- Natural curiosity about people and current events.
- Creativity and a passion for storytelling.
- A drive to find out information and get to the heart of a story.
- Enthusiasm for writing and communicating complex ideas clearly.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Benefits
- Kick-start your career in journalism.
- Learn on-the-job from experienced professionals.
- Work towards industry-recognised qualifications.
- Relocation financial support may be available, subject to eligibility.
- Support with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities upon completion.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is needed. You will need to live within a commutable distance of Glasgow.