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G:Weekly - Your Creative Careers Newsletter | Week 🔟
Your weekly email from Global Academy to kickstart your career in media and entertainment ✨
Hey Sixth Form! 🎧📱
Another week and things are as busy as ever. It’s great to see so many of you create amazing work in your lessons, take part in industry workshops, attend events and join in with g:ventures.
As usual - here’s your run down of all those opportunities to help kickstart your career in media and entertainment.
All the best,
JJ and Shahlaa ✨
FINAL REMINDER: Year 12 Only: Apply for Global Inspire Mentoring!
Through workshops and one-to-one sessions, you’ll develop work-related skills, boost your creativity, and gain confidence in applying your talents to real-world projects. It’s all about helping you get career-ready, with guidance to reach your future goals. Whether you’re into broadcasting, social media, design, digital, or production, this experience is for you.
Applications are open now—don’t miss your chance to unlock new skills and opportunities in the media industry. Apply today by 20th November.
Join a FREE Q&A with Mohammad Taher (The Airport Guy): The Influencer and Content Creator with Over 500,000 Followers
Are you passionate about social media content creation, becoming an Influencer, or working in the creative industry? This is your chance to gain exclusive insights from Mohammad Taher, known as The Airport Guy. Mo has captivated an online audience of over half a million, sharing fascinating content on aviation and the engineering that keeps it soaring.
What You’ll Learn:
📱 Create Engaging Social Media Content
Get tips and strategies for producing captivating content that resonates with audiences.
🚀 Steps to Becoming an Influencer
Learn what it takes to build a following and establish your presence in the digital world.
🎨 Working in the Creative Sector
Discover insider advice on entering and thriving in creative roles.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Monday, 9 December 2024
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Microsoft Teams (Link provided upon request)
To join, email Deborah Aladerun at [email protected] for the meeting link saying you’re a Global Academy student. Please note: This session will not be recorded, so be ready to join live!
WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITY: Gain Experience with SPID Theatre!
Looking to gain hands-on experience in the arts, social media, digital communication, and more? Join SPID Theatre for a couple of weeks and develop your skills while supporting an organization that creates art and theatre advocating housing justice.
What You’ll Be Doing:
🎭 Craft Engaging Social Media Content
Help create and share content that promotes the theatre’s work and vision.
🎬 Support the Artistic Director
Attend meetings, shadow the Artistic Director, and gain insight into leadership and creative direction.
💡 Contribute to Creative Programmes
Assist with the delivery of dynamic theatre and arts projects.
Opportunity Highlights:
📅 Duration: 11th November - 14th December (3 days per week)
📍 Location: SPID Theatre, London
How to Apply:
Email your CV and cover letter to [email protected] to apply.
Start your journey in the creative world with SPID Theatre and experience the power of art for social change! If you’re successful we will approve the time out of college to attend the placement.
JOB ALERT: Work on the BBC News Sustainability Team!
Exclusive Apprenticeship Opportunity for Year 13 and Year 14 Students
Are you passionate about sustainability? Here’s your chance to kick-start a career at BBC News by joining their Sustainability Team! In this role, you’ll be immersed in projects across strategy, project management, and business finance, all contributing to BBC’s mission to lead in green broadcasting worldwide.
Not only will you gain invaluable hands-on experience, but you’ll also work toward an industry-recognized apprenticeship qualification and an undergraduate degree in sustainability. Ready to take the next step? Apply through the link below.
Opportunity Highlights:
📝 Application Deadline: 28 November
📆 Duration: 42 months, starting September 2025
📍 Location: London
💰 Salary: £21,840 (+£5,318 London Living Wage Allowance)
JOB ALERT: Launch Your Career in Post Production with Sky! 📡
Exclusive Post-Production Technical Operator Apprenticeship Opportunity for Year 13 and Year 14 Students
Step into the world of Broadcast and Post-production as a Post-Production Technical Operator Apprentice with Sky! Based in Osterley, you’ll work hands-on with the Edit Operations team, learning essential workflows and techniques across Sky’s diverse Content Creation teams—including Entertainment, News, Drama, and Sports. You’ll gain technical knowledge, support Sky’s creative departments, and build connections in a dynamic, supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
🎬 Post-Production Support
Assist with post-production tasks, manage incoming media, and prepare sequences for Audio turnovers.
📈 Develop Workflow Expertise
Get to know Sky’s processes inside-out and help resolve logistical and technical challenges.
🔧 Technical Collaboration
Work closely with Editing, Grading, and Audio Dubbing to refine your skills.
Apprenticeship Qualification:
This role includes 80% on-the-job training at Sky and 20% off-the-job learning with London South Bank University. You’ll learn best practices in media ingest, storage, and secure digital dispatch. Upon completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognized qualification and will be assessed for operational competence.
Opportunity Highlights:
📆 Start Date: 1 September 2025
📅 Duration: 15 months
📍 Location: On-site at Osterley (no hybrid option)
💰 Salary: £26,750 per annum
Qualifications Required:
Minimum of five GCSEs (A*–C / 9-4), including English and Maths, or BTEC Level 1 and 2.
What We’re Looking For:
No prior experience required—just a passion for post-production and a willingness to learn! Familiarity with editing tools like Avid, Da Vinci Resolve, or Adobe Premiere Pro is a bonus. Bring a strong work ethic, effective communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
APPLY TODAY and take the first step in your post-production career with Sky!
JOB ALERT: Year 13 and Year 14 Check Out the Exciting Internships with NBCUniversal! 🎬
NBCUniversal operates over 20 diverse businesses across 30 countries, including news and entertainment TV networks, a premier motion picture company, renowned theme parks, and a leading streaming service.
What You’ll Experience:
Variety of Roles: Explore a wide range of internships across production, finance, post-production, marketing, tech solutions, publicity, scripted development, sales, operations, and more!
Global Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience in one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.
Career Development: Build your skills, make valuable connections, and kickstart your career in the industry.
📅 Internship Period: Monday, 30th June 2025 – Friday, 17th July 2026, right after you finish your Final Major Project (FMP)!
Here are some more links you should check out for your job hunt 👀
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