Apprenticeship

Guardian Digital Journalist Scheme 2027

Opening date TBCDate TBC

Pay
£48,000 a year
Duration
18-month fixed-term contract
Qualification
Level 3 Content Creator apprenticeship
Locations
London

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Applications for the first intake are closed

Verified application dates · 9 Nov 2026

Overview

A new 18-month paid programme in the Guardian's London newsroom for journalists and content creators who already have some experience. You work across editorial desks making video, audio, pictures, text and social content, and spend at least a fifth of your time training: a Level 3 content creator apprenticeship plus Guardian-designed journalism training, masterclasses and mentoring.

Entry Requirements

  • At least 2-3 years' experience in journalism, media or content creation
  • Experience in one area is enough: video, audio, pictures, text, social or audience
  • Experience can come from freelance work, local press, community media or your own portfolio
  • GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C, or Level 2 Functional Skills
  • A degree is not required

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