Northwest Vision and Media works on behalf of the TV, Film, Radio, Digital and Games industries in the Northwest to grow a world-class media economy within the region. We provide strategic leadership, help to build businesses, we develop skills and talent, encourage and invest in production and inspire audiences.
We’ve partnered with six of the region’s leading web and interactive companies to offer paid placement opportunities lasting six months, backed up by mentoring and one-to-one support, up-to-the-minute training in both production and professional skills, and more.
We are looking to place people who demonstrate high potential – they could have a great portfolio of layouts and web pages done at college or university, or you could be a bedroom coder doing incredible things under their own steam.
With the help of these host companies we can build on that potential through extra training and mentoring to prepare you for this fast-moving industry.
Successful candidates will get: A tax-exempt training allowance of £1200 per month – comparable to the best entry-level salaries in the industry An experienced, impartial mentor you can call on for careers advice, guidance and support On-the-job training, plus structured training arrange by Northwest Vision and Media on the key skills for the industry, including networking and “soft” skills, business awareness and project lifecycles, and extra training on key packages and technologies Further opportunities to join the networks and gain the knowledge that give you the edge as a creative, digital professional
How to Apply
To apply for this scheme candidates MUST: Live in the Northwest of England – Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside Have no more than 12 months’ PAID experience in the industry Not currently be in full-time education
Full details, application form and role profiles can be found here: http://www.visionandmedia.co.uk/page/new-entrant-digital-placements
Application deadline is currently set at 7th November 2008.
