Picture Production Apprentice

· Caption, tag and store non-commissioned images in the team’s asset management system

· Publish images to press website 

· Manage requests from Channel 4 colleagues for the supply of images

· Liaise with production companies to obtain non-commissioned images

· Liaise with and supply images to external picture desks

· Assist picture producers in the setting up and attendance of photoshoots, both on location/in studio or in office.  This includes supporting completion of necessary documents such as health & safety briefs and caption docs.

· Through in-house training, eventually commission photoshoots for Marketing needs, primarily for streaming platforms but also for editorial and digital marketing activity.

· Make recommendations on how Production processes could be improved through templates, AI, DAM workflows or onboarding packs, working with asset management and marketing operations.

Training Outcome:

A role in the Pictures Team can lead to careers in photo production, creative commissioning, digital asset management, and marketing content creation. It builds skills for roles like Picture Producer, Creative Lead, or positions in creative operations, brand marketing, and wider content strategy.

Employer Description:

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. 

Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship.

The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. The training is dependent on the qualification your apprenticeship offers and will be explained in detail by the training provider before you officially begin the course. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree. If you have a degree, please look at our Production Training Scheme or the Channel 4 Jobs website for other opportunities suitable for you.  

If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our recent YouTube video, How to Write an Outstanding Application.

The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9:30am to 6pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative