Receive the necessary grounding, support and teaching required to attain the role of press photographer with Guzelian.
Take assignments and deal with enquiries from customers by phone and email.
Arrange and assign jobs to photographers and create job sheets.
Archive incoming images from staff and freelance photographers to our in-house server and cloud backups.
Check e-newspapers daily for our published images and archive the cuttings.
Update Facebook and other social media with our latest published images.
Assist with digitising our archive of analogue images using our scanner.
Assist photographers on location.
Trainee photographer: accompanying photographers on assignments.
Assisting in new projects.
Training:
Business Admin Level 3.
One college day each month.
An assessor will visit the apprentice every 6 weeks or do online sessions.
Training Outcome:Potential full-time role as a Photographer.Employer Description:Guzelian Photographers has been a cornerstone of visual storytelling in the north of England for nearly four decades. Based in Bradford, the agency has, over that period, secured more than 48,000 photographic publications in the UK national media including the Times, Daily Telegraph, Guardian, Express and Financial Times.
Since its founding in 1986 by Asadour Guzelian, the agency has built a reputation for capturing iconic moments from major news events to corporate marketing campaigns and editorial portraits. Asadour, who began his career as a photographic printer and trainee photographer, quickly adapted to the creative demands of the industry, winning the prestigious Yorkshire Television Photographer of the Year award in both 1986 and 1987.
Guzelian is a trusted partner for businesses, local authorities, and the national press, delivering impactful visuals that bring stories and campaigns to life across both print and digital platforms.Working Hours :30 Hours Per Week. Monday - Friday (possibly some weekends). Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Visual Sense,Photography,Ability to work to Deadlines....Read more...
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
Undertaking reception duties
Answering routine telephone calls and face to face enquiries,
Undertaking routine administration
Maintaining manual and computerised records/management information systems
Respond to queries
To work under the direction and instruction of senior staff, to provide general clerical, administrative and financial support to the school.
Support to Pupils, Parents and the Community:
Undertake reception duties, answer routine telephone and face to face enquiries and sign in visitors
Assist with pupil welfare duties; liaise with parents/staff etc.
Assist with arrangements for visits from relevant external bodies, e.g. school nurse, photographer etc.
Support to Organisation:
Provide routine clerical support, e.g. photocopying, filing, faxing, emailing and completing routine forms
Maintain manual and computerised records/management information systems and respond to queries
Undertake routine typing, word-processing on an ad hoc basis
Sort and distribute and record mail
Undertake routine administration, e.g. registers/school meals
Assist with arrangements for visits from County Council officers and external agencies, e.g. Social Services
Operate office equipment e.g. photocopier, computer
Arrange orderly and secure storage of supplies
Undertake routine financial administration e.g. collect and record dinner money
Maintain and collate pupil reports
Support to School:
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.Training Outcome:There will be a full-time position offered to the right candidate on successful completion of the apprenticeship and the opportunity to progress.Employer Description:The academy is located in Essington and attracts pupils from the village and surrounding districts in the Walsall and Wolverhampton area. It caters for pupils from the age of 2 to 11 and has a Before and After School provision. At present there are 705 children on roll and numbers are expected to remain at this level moving forward.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm. Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As an apprentice, you will be involved in producing both written and audio-visual content for a variety of platforms including social media, websites, print, and broadcast. You’ll work closely with both internal teams and external organisations to support marketing campaigns, student engagement initiatives, and college branding.
This is a varied and hands-on role that requires confident communication and a genuine interest in content trends and digital storytelling.
Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation: Assist in developing engaging written, visual, and video content for websites, blogs, email campaigns, and social media.
Social Media Management: Support the planning, scheduling, and publishing of content across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter).
Graphic Design: Use Canva or Adobe Creative Suite to produce graphics, posters, and promotional materials.
Video Production: Help with filming, editing, and producing short-form videos for online channels.
Copywriting: Write creative and informative copy for newsletters, social media captions, and promotional materials.
Market Research: Keep up with digital trends and research competitors to inspire new content ideas.
Campaign Support: Assist in the delivery of content for digital campaigns and events.
Analytics & Reporting: Monitor content performance using tools such as Meta Business Suite and Google Analytics.
Collaboration: Work alongside marketing, design, and other college departments to ensure brand consistency.
Student Engagement: Create content that connects with our student community and showcases their experiences.
Training & Development: Participate in on-the-job and online training as part of your apprenticeship programme.
What are we looking for?
This role is suited to someone with strong communication skills, creativity, and a willingness to learn. You should be confident engaging with students, staff, and external partners, and enjoy working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Essential:
GCSE English at grade 5 or above.
Experience using all social media platforms.
Experience using creative desktop and mobile tools.
Knowledge of media production.
Desirable:
Experience of social media scheduling software.
Knowledge of issues around confidentiality and data protection.
Training:Training will be delivered through a blend of workplace-based learning and online sessions. You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship with access to experienced colleagues and training providers. More details about the structure and provider of the apprenticeship programme will be shared upon appointment.Training Outcome:
Creative Production – Roles like Video Editor, Podcast Producer, Animator, or Photographer.
Writing & Copy – Content Writer, Copywriter, Scriptwriter, or SEO Specialist.
Social Media & Community – Social Media Manager, Community Manager, or Influencer Manager.
Content Strategy & Marketing – Content Strategist, Digital Marketer, or Campaign Manager.
Design & Branding – Graphic Designer, Visual Storyteller, or Brand Designer.
Employer Description:Scarborough Sixth Form College is the main provider of level three education in the area, offering A levels, T levels and BTECs to over 1000 students. Outcomes and Progress at the college are high with an A level pass rate of 99% and around 50% of grades achieved are A%-B and 75% of vocational qualifications are graded Distinction* or Distinction. As a result, our students progress to good destinations with the majority going to universities, including Oxbridge, with the remainder seeking apprenticeships or employment. The college has an outstanding reputation in the area and is very much part of the community. Many of our parents and staff are alumni of the college.
The college is a welcoming and friendly place with excellent facilities. Our extensive curriculum offers students a wide range of subject choices and combinations to enable them to progress effectively towards their desired career. As an inclusive college, support for students is excellent and they tell us every year that they feel safe and well looked after at college. As an employer, we place high value on staff wellbeing and staff turnover is very low. This is truly a great place to work.Working Hours :37 hours per week
Monday to Thursday– 8.30am to 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am – 4:00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Prioritise workloads,Calm under pressure,Ability to learn new skills,Punctual and reliable,Professional Attitude,Social media platforms,Creative desktop tools,Media production,Social media scheduling s/w,Confidentiality,Data protection....Read more...
