Creative Industries
Are you aiming for a job in the creative industries?
The creative sector covers a wide range of roles, including publishing, marketing, curating, arts administration and more. For some examples of creative jobs, see Prospects, Target Careers and Creative Careers.
Filter the items below using the tags to find external resource links relevant to you. Please note that although we make every effort to ensure these links are accurate, up to date and relevant, Student Opportunity cannot take responsibility for pages maintained by external providers or the information they provide. These websites are suggested resources for information and advice about the creative industries, and not necessarily recommendations. Some of these websites are members-only so may be behind a paywall. If in doubt, please exercise your discretion and consult with a member of the Careers team
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Royal Television Society (RTS) Bursary Scheme open for applications (until 24 June)
The 2024 RTS bursary scheme (up to £1,500 per academic year, mentoring and other benefits) is now open for applications from students from lower-income backgrounds until 24 June 2024.
How to get into TV
Royal Television Society information on how to get into TV: from getting your CV into shape, to working out how to pay the rent as a freelancer.
Spotlight Contacts
Spotlight Contacts is a directory of agents, casting directors, showreel services and more.
Self-Publishing
The Writers’ Guild of Great Britain (WGGB) (a trade union representing professional writers in TV, film, theatre, radio, books, comedy, poetry, animation and videogames) has a guide to self publishing.
The Unit List Padlet
TV & Film freelancer career resources.
Screen Daily: UK In Focus - Behind the Scenes of the UK film & television industry
News, features about UK film and television industry.
Kays: Film, Television & Commercials Directory
Production resource for the UK & Ireland plus major production services workdwide.
Discover Creative Careers: find your perfect role in the creative industries
Interested in a career in the creative industries? Find out about the range of roles, the prospect of work and where to go for further information.
'Is TV for me?' podcast series
Is TV for me? Is a brand-new podcast from the co-founders of Factory Films, Lisa Fairbank and Julie Heathcote. With over 25 years of experience delivering award-winning factual tv shows for the BBC, Channel 4 and Sky, each episode sees Julie and Lisa interviewing a fellow professional about their career journey, what their specific job entails, their challenges and successes, as well as tips and advice for a successful career in factual tv.
Episode 2 features 'master caster' Faye Wheatley who has worked as casting producer on many hit TV shows from First Dates to Naked Attraction and Squid Games - the Challenge.
Meet the Professionals: Careers in Media and Journalism
Tues 7 Feb 2023, 5.30pm - 7pm
The event will begin promptly at 5.30pm
At this Meet the Professionals event, you will gain an understanding of the different roles and career paths open to you.
There will be a panel discussion followed by an opportunity for networking with the speakers in an online Q&A session.
The content of the talks will cover:
- The speakers background – degree studied and further training completed
- An overview of their current role, its challenges and the reason they enjoy it
- Their career progression to date (including what sparked their initial interest in the field)
- How they started out – where they gained experience and what they did at University
- Their views on the skills and personal qualities required for success
- Any hints and tips for students interested in developing a career in the area
Our panellist include:
- Darcey Edkins - Journalist at Freeda UK
- Ikaba Koyi - Reporter & Producer at BBC World (contractor)
- Suzie Samant - Creative Consultant
- Rachel Duffy - Social Media Editor at The Telegraph
- Simon Thomas - Senior Motion Graphics
Sign up here: https://myadvantage.warwick.ac.uk/students/events/detail/2801273
ProductionBase
Production and media jobs board
Videstream
Broadcast Engineer & Technician jobs
The Talent Manager
Helping creative companies find, track and develop diverse talent
How to Write a TV Script as an Actor, According to BBC + Channel 4
Article on Backstage
An Introduction to Screenwriting
Free online course exploring the key concepts and fundamental principles involved in the process of screenwriting
BBC Writersroom
Developing and championing new and experienced writing talent across the UK
Uni-versal Extras
Extras casting agency for UK and Ireland
ACCESS:VFX
Pursuing inclusion, diversity, awareness and opportunity within the VFX, Animation & Games industries
RTS bursaries
Technology Bursary and TV Production and Journalism Bursary
The Floor Runners Bootcamp
Intensive training day run by industry professionals offering training in how to be a top Floor Runner in the film and television industry
thecallsheet
Connecting film & TV industry professionals
TV Watercooler
Information for TV freelancers
Presenter Promotions
Presenter jobs, voice-over auditions and TV & radio broadcasting vacancies
4Skills
Apprenticeships, training schemes, work experience opportunities, events and industry talent schemes from Channel 4
The Unit List
Jobs in broadcast TV
StartinTV
Guidance and advice for anyone wanting to start a career in TV or Film
Mandy
Jobs platform for cast, crew and creative professionals
KFTV
Database for international production companies, services and crew
Broadcast Now
Source for business information about the British TV Industry
Work Experience at the BBC
Get a foot in the door and experience what it's like to work for the BBC
BAFTA GURU
A hub for inspirational career advice from the very best in film, games and television
MAMA Youth Project
The MAMA Youth Project recruits, trains and nurtures young people between 18-25 years of age from under-represented groups or with limited educational or employment opportunities to enter the TV and media industry.
Royal Television Society
Educational charity promoting the art and science of television
ScreenSkills training courses
Develop skills for working in screen industries
Where to find vacancies
If you are looking for freelance work and opportunities there are a range of mailing lists, and job listing sites. Many of these combine industry news and information with job listings. Some of these are free, whilst others require a subscription.
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