Studio and Content Production Apprentice
Crescent Community Radio
ROCHDALE (OL11 1HN)
Closes in 8 days (Saturday 15 November 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 6 November 2025
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Summary
The apprentice will learn to manage on-air and online content, produce and edit audio, support daily station operations, and help with programming, adverts, and social media. They’ll also assist with station projects, working closely with Director and Station Manager, Faheem Chishti.
- Wage
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£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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The weekly wage will be £7.55 for the first year, rising to the National Minimum/Living Wage thereafter at £10.00 per hour for those aged 18-20, or £12.21 per hour for those aged over 21.
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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The working week will be Monday to Friday. Working Times: 10 am to 4.30 pm with 30 mins unpaid lunch break.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Sunday 16 November 2025
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The Studio and Technical Production Apprentice will manage all on-air and online content whilst managing the day-to-day operation of the radio.
1. Studio Management
a. Day-to-day operations – the apprentice will learn to manage presenter absences and update the weekly programming rota.
b. Zara Studio Updates – the apprentice will be responsible for updating Azan times, regular repeat shows and overnight playlists.
c. Advert Schedule – the apprentice will update weekly rotations and produce playout logs.
2. Content Creation
a. Advert Production – The apprentice will learn to produce adverts as part of their role and assist the station manager in this task.
b. Publications – The apprentice will produce a weekly presenter rota, a monthly namaz timetable and programme promotions.
c. Website – the apprentice will assist with the creation of a brand-new website.
d. Social Media and Podcasting – the apprentice will learn to edit content from programmes and publications to upload to our social media channels.
e. Editing – the apprentice will learn to select the best on-air content for repeats.
f. Music Collection – the apprentice will assist with collecting more music to be regularly played, especially English and Arabic tracks.
g. Other Content – the apprentice will learn to select and download other content suitable for airing on Crescent Radio, such as short talks, history and podcasts.
3. Station Development
a. The apprentice will assist the station manager in developing a dedicated podcast studio.
b. The apprentice will assist the station manager in implementing funded projects.
Where you'll work
1 DEVON STREET
ROCHDALE
OL11 1HN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
- Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
- Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
- Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
- Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
- Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
- Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.
Training schedule
The apprentice will work towards a full understanding of radio station management and the role of a studio producer. They will be learning the majority of their role “on the job” with time set aside for working towards a Level 3 Qualification in Business Administration.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Problem solving skills
- Time Management
- Adaptable
Other requirements
The successful candidate will be expected to learn several technical systems used in the production and broadcast of radio shows. They will also learn to edit and produce audio files for radio broadcast, regularly produce documents related to station updates, upcoming shows, as well as produce content for various social media channels. There will be long periods of time spent at a computer, as well as learning to monitor and maintain the physical equipment and infrastructure required for production and broadcast.
About this employer
Crescent Community Radio has been serving the local Asian/Muslim community in Rochdale since 2001 broadcasting primarily in Urdu/Punjabi with additional programming in English, Pahari and Bengali. We are a volunteer-led community station with a full-time licence since 2006. Broadcasting on DAB since April 2024 as part of East Manchester DAB, operating mainly through volunteer presenters, with limited funds for staffing and regular upgrades. The station is mostly self-sustaining via local advertising, grants, and volunteer support. Programming includes lifestyle, religious, and entertainment shows, aiming for 40% talk and 60% music. While faith-based, we welcome diverse presenters and audiences, focusing on uplifting, informative and entertaining programming.
After this apprenticeship
We aim to select and train our next Studio Manager. There is a confirmed offer of employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Jason Wales
jwales@rochdaletraining.co.uk
07860919380
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000350052.
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Closes in 8 days (Saturday 15 November 2025 at 11:59pm)
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