Community Studio 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 social enterprise based in Hounslow, West London. We run Elevate Studios — a community media production hub built inside Cranford Community College, funded by Hounslow Council.

We use film, broadcasting, podcasting and digital storytelling to bring people together, build skills and open up creative careers for residents who face the biggest barriers to them. Over 5000 people have taken part in our programmes, 60% of whom went on to paid work in film and TV or started their own creative businesses.

Our apprentices work on real productions from day one — community documentaries, live broadcasts, workshops and events — all while studying towards a government-funded qualification. We prioritise residents from West London, and people from low-income or marginalised backgrounds.

This is a paid apprenticeship with genuine progression. You'll be part of a small, mission-driven team doing work that matters to the community around you.

Working Hours :
Monday to Wednesday, 1:30pm to 9:30pm. Saturday and Sunday, 10.00am to 6.00pm. Shifts to be confirmed.

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