Cultural learning and participation officer Apprentice

Work directly with community members on creative projects including podcasting, filmmaking and digital storytelling. Support the delivery of workshops, story circles and intercultural dialogue sessions. Assist with studio set-up, equipment preparation and basic technical operation during sessions. Carry out community outreach and engagement, recruiting participants and volunteers. Represent the organisation at local events, meetings and stakeholder forums. Help maintain relationships with partners, community groups and referral organisations. Support project administration including scheduling, monitoring attendance and collecting feedback. Assist with impact reporting, evaluation data collection and documenting outcomes. Contribute to social media content, newsletters and audience engagement activity. Help coordinate public showcases, screenings and community events. Support progression pathways by helping participants move into volunteering or leadership roles. Carry out general operational tasks that contribute to the smooth running of Elevate Studios.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of this apprenticeship could lead to a permanent role within Elevate Community Productions, such as Community Producer, Participation Coordinator or Project Officer.

Apprentices will develop transferable skills in community engagement, cultural programming, facilitation and creative production, opening pathways into roles across the arts, heritage and community sectors. This may include progression into Level 4+ cultural management qualifications, freelance producing, or leadership roles within grassroots organisations.

For those who demonstrate initiative and impact, there will also be opportunities to move into paid facilitation, project delivery or management positions within our growing studio programme.

Employer Description:

Elevate Community Productions CIC is a rapidly growing narrative change media house dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalised communities. We operate at the intersection of high-end digital media and social advocacy, creating content that shifts perceptions and builds bridges between the LGBTQ+ community, the global majority, disabled people, and those navigating economic hardship.

Two of our flagship initiatives define our work:

Elevate Studios: Our main physical and creative project—a high-spec production hub in Hounslow where we co-create high-value digital content, podcasts, and social experiments. Queer Global: A specialised project focused on capturing and celebrating the diverse lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals on a global scale.

As a social enterprise, our vision is to open hearts, minds and doors across cultures.

By integrating community-led talent with professional production standards, we are redefining how stories are told and who gets to tell them.

Working Hours :
Mon to Wed 1:30pm to 9:30pm. Sat & Sun 10am to 6pm. Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Relationship-builder,Active listening,Emotional intelligence,Professionally Disciplined