Twenty-five young people from disadvantaged backgrounds will have the chance to kickstart a career in the creative industries after Channel 4 set up a range of partnerships with businesses based in Manchester and Leeds. The opportunities come as the broadcaster launches the next round of recruitment for its Content Creatives initiative – a training and …
Applications are now open for the 12-week paid training and work placement opportunity, designed to develop creative digital skills and opportunities. Supporting partners include ITV Studios, LADbible Group, Lime Pictures and Studio Lambert North. Today (Wednesday February 23rd), The Andy Taylor Foundation and SharpFutures have launched ‘Foot In The Door’, a talent development programme that …
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Channel 4 has launched a new initiative aimed at young people in Yorkshire offering the chance to kickstart a career in creative digital media. Up to sixteen people will be able to take part in Content Creatives, a 4Skills initiative, targeted at 18-24 year olds from disadvantaged backgrounds who have a passion for digital content …
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Our ‘Content Creatives’ course participants have just finished their second week! This week, they’ve learnt about topics such as imposter syndrome, logo design and social media management. Here’s a little bit about what Rachel and Neve have enjoyed so far, what they’re looking forward to during the rest of the course, their favourite Channel 4 …
SHARPFUTURES & BBC ACADEMY PRESENT INSIDE45 As part of the Digital Cities Virtual programme for November, SharpFutures are collaborating with BBC Academy to present a unique online showcase & feedback session for documentary film makers of all abilities. The ‘Inside 45’ showcase takes place online at 3pm on Thursday November 26th. If you are interested …
As we explore ways to ‘build back better’ the Newton-Heath based Social Enterprise is offering two training courses that can launch or indeed restart careers… Amidst all recent negative news stories a definite glimmer of hope has emerged as we learn this week that whilst unemployment figures continue to rise the demand for digitally skilled individuals is …
