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Newsroom Apprentice TELEGRAPH MEDIA GROUP LIMITED

Your chance to be a newsroom apprentice with the Telegraph! The Telegraph is looking for talented and ambitious apprentices to join our brilliant editorial publishing team in January 2023. We're seeking stars of the future who are excited by the business of news and digital publishing as we develop our products.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 07 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £21,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    07 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000003402

  • Positions

    6 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will gain experience in exciting areas of our newsroom such as

  • Video and Audio
  • Visual Journalism
  • SEO and Data Insight
  • Social Media
  • Digital Publishing
  • Print Production.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

In this two-year programme you will receive top-level journalism training, one day every week, in an industry-accredited course leading to a NCTJ certificate.

At the same time you will get on-the-job experience in a variety of areas of publishing in our Victoria based newsroom, as well as receive mentoring from leading journalists.

Higher level in Journalist

Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On completeing this apprenticeship individuals will be able to apply for junior roles within a newsroom or other media outlet. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 1) Desired

About the employer

For over 160 years, we’ve had a clear purpose - to lead the news agenda, spark debate and provoke comment through our journalism. In today’s constantly changing landscape, our purpose is more important than ever. That’s why we need curious, open-minded and resilient people across our organisation. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment, who aren’t afraid to explore new opportunities and who are committed to doing what’s right. Join us and, whatever your role, background or skills, you can make the story.

Employer

TELEGRAPH MEDIA GROUP LIMITED

Address

111 Buckingham Palace Road

London

SW1W 0DT

Contact

Emily Treloar

emily.treloar@telegraph.co.uk

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Training

Training provider

THE PRESS ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Journalist

Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 07 Oct 2022