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SMPTE UK - Media Technology Conference

Friday 30th June - 9:30am-5pm - Happening at Global Academy!

This June, SMPTE in collaboration with Rise Up Academy bring you the SMPTE UK Media Technology Conference 2023, taking place at Global Academy! The day will feature the very latest in media technology thinking, as well as talk more about the Future of Contribution, the Future of Production and The future of Distribution. Students aged between 16-18 can find out more about the event, as well as sign up for FREE (Tickets usually £200) below.

Make It Ravensbourne - FREE Summer Schools

Various dates throughout June and July 2023 - FREE

Throughout June and July, Ravensbourne University London are offering an exciting selection of 2, 3 or 4 day summer schools in a variety of subject areas including; Film, Games and Fashion. All summer schools are free of charge and open to all aspiring creatives aged 14+. See the full list and sign up to attend below.

Career Compass - Free Professional Workshops

Career Compass have a variety of online expert mentoring programs, which are designed to improve the chances of helping you secure you the career of your dreams. Sessions are FREE and run throughout June, covering topics including; Cover Letter Workshops, Email Etiquette and Job Interview Skills Training. See the full list and sign up below.

Spud Film Festival

spudFILM Festival launches third Film Competition titled: KIND

The theme for the film competition will be about all forms and interpretations of the word KIND. ​ spudFILM will be looking for the most attention grabbing and creative films. They will focus on the strength of the ideas and how they are conveyed through thought-provoking and engaging storytelling. ​ Be sure that the theme KIND comes across clearly in your film, to be in with the best chance of success! The maximum length of the films should be 6 minutes or less. Aim for the top and WIN CASH prizes, certificates and get your film noticed by a wider audience. (Deadline 18th August)

👀 More Industry Opportunities...

🍋 Do you love music & social media? Do you want to be paid to have ideas? 🍋 lemontank - the new writers’ room for fresh ideas - is looking for 18-25 year old creative freelancers to be part of content brainstorm sessions for music artists, brands and broadcasters. It’s a brand new creative agency that has already worked for Universal, Sony Music & BBC News. No qualifications are required - just a passion for music & pop culture and an ambition to work in media, music or marketing. Apply now by clicking here (it takes 5 minutes!) or email [email protected] for more information.

🗞️ Carbon Brief is offering a paid three-week journalism internship for students this summer! You’ll spend time shadowing members of staff and helping out with the different tasks carried out by each part of the team. This includes journalists working on topics ranging from climate science to China’s emissions, as well as specialists working on multimedia and social media. Find out more and apply here. (deadline 2nd June)

🐂 Red Bull UK is currently recruiting for a Social Content Intern to join them between June and September 2023. You will be at the forefront of their UK social media channels, helping to build a pipeline of socially-optimised content. Working alongside the wider social team, you’ll also help activate Red Bull’s properties by producing social assets that resonate with their UK audience and grow our channels. Find out more and apply here.

💛 Talk 2 Dan 4 Media Jobs is working in partnership with Fremantle and is bringing you a 'Bridge the Gap between Employer & Young Creative' event on Thursday 29th June. Come meet a variety of high profile media partners ranging from Sony Music, TPX Impact, Fremantle, Creative Mentor Network & more! Find out more and sign up here.

✨ Apprenticeships and Jobs for Y13+Y14 ...

Apprenticeship and Job Opportunities will continue to be sent to Year 13 and Year 14 in a more targeted approach as and when opportunities arise. Please keep an eye out for these from Jack!