Journalist Apprentice (L7)

As a Journalist Apprentice you will: 

Gain hands-on experience creating quality news and sports content for BBC TV, audio, online and digital platforms.   
Develop journalistic skills, researching, writing, and broadcasting news stories and features across topics including current affairs, business, politics, sport and culture.  
Learn from and work with experts in the field at the largest public service broadcaster in the world. 

Training:

You’ll study for your industry recognised Level 7 Apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off-the-job. The Journalist Apprenticeship scheme follows the Senior Journalist Apprenticeship Standard (curriculum) and combines academic training with practical on the job experience. Apprentices from all BBC bases will follow the same curriculum. 

 

Apprentices work towards the industry recognised Level 6 National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).

 

Areas of study include:

 

Advanced Reporting Skills
Media Law and Ethics
Teamwork
Leadership and Communication
Broadcast Journalism
Data Journalism
Multi-media Storytelling
Digital, Social and Mobile Journalism
 

To complete the apprenticeship there is also an End Point Assessment (EPA). This begins once you have completed your NQJ.

 

The EPA has two elements: firstly, a journalism project and presentation; and secondly, a professional discussion based on a portfolio of evidence. 

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for Journalist job opportunities inside or outside the BBC. 

Employer Description:
We are a leading early careers employer and hire more than 250 apprentices each year. We are committed to skills and talent development both inside and outside the BBC and, as one of the world’s most creative and technologically-advanced organisations for the last 100 years, a career at the BBC means learning from the best. We want people who show potential to join us at the BBC. Don’t worry if you don’t have extensive experience, it’s your passion and values we are interested in.

Working Hours :
Pattern of hours may vary

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Creative,Initiative