Don’t miss: Creative internships, social roles and a graduate trainee programme from the FT
Every few weeks, we’ll be sharing some of the hottest opportunities on our Opportunities Board. This week, we’re highlighting a new set of exciting opportunities for aspiring journalists, creatives and content creators.
The creative industry is constantly offering opportunities for designers, artists and general makers-and-doers to help excel in their careers. That’s why, every few weeks, Creative Lives will be rounding up all the best job listings, events and programmes our Opportunities Board has to offer.
This week, we’ve got a variety of options on the table. Got your eyes on a career in advertising? Apply for McCann Health London’s creative internship. Want to forge a path in financial journalism and global affairs? Then the Financial Times’ graduate trainee programme is the one for you. And if you’re a keen content creator, we’ve got that covered too with some social media-savvy roles. Scroll away to get started!
Kickstart roles: Junior Agent and New Business Assistant - Pocko
Based: London
Contract: Part-time
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Opportunity closes: 14th January 2022
Creative consultancy and artist agency Pocko is looking for two new roles to join their East London gallery: a junior agent and new business assistant. The two roles are a part of the government Kickstart Scheme and require working from the gallery.
As a junior agent, you will assist with artist promotion, building portfolios, posting on the Pocko social accounts and handling smaller editorial commissions.
Read more about this opportunity here.
The new business assistant will assist the producers to research new business leads, promote Pocko Social, support the creation of presentations and oversee the new business calendar.
Read more about this opportunity here.
Creative – Anomaly
Based: London
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £23,000 to £25,000
Opportunity closes: 21st March 2022
Anomaly is looking for curious, ambitious and authentic creatives. Joining them for an initial three months, you’ll get the chance to work on a range of briefs, virtually or in-person. From social posts to the metaverse, they are seeking creatives to help mix things up and make work that stands out.
Read more about this opportunity here.
Paul McClean Graduate Trainee Programme – Financial Times
Based: London
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £28,000
Opportunity closes: 23rd January 2022
Are you curious about the world, strongly committed to serious journalism and enjoy the thrill of nailing a good story? As part of the The Paul McClean graduate trainee programme, the Financial Times is looking for driven individuals who want to develop a career in financial journalism and global affairs. The programme offers the chance for entry-level journalists from all walks of life to train for a long-term career at one of the world’s leading news organisations.
Read more about this opportunity here.
Talent Incubator Coordinator – The Qube
Based: London
Contract: Fixed-term
Salary: £1,175 per month
Opportunity closes: 28th January 2022
Music venue and community, The Qube, is launching their first-ever talent incubator programme and is looking for a passionate and self-motivated team player to help coordinate its delivery. The role also includes working closely with the Qube team to find new ways for members to connect and collaborate.
Read more about this opportunity here.
Creative Social Media Producer – Scouty
Based: London
Contract: Freelance
Salary: £13 to £20 per Hour
Opportunity closes: 20th January 2022
Scouty, a marketplace for photography and film locations, is looking to hire a creative social media producer. Responsibilities include producing content for Scouty’s social media channels including Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. Initially offered on a freelance basis, there is a possibility of transitioning into full-time permanently. Essential skills include a passion for creative industries and editing skills.
Read more about this opportunity here.
Creative Internship – McCann Health London
Based: London
Contract: Internship
Salary: £11 per hour
Opportunity closes: 28th February 2022
McCann Health London is looking for their next creative intern to join the team for a 12-week paid internship. Seeking people who embrace originality, authenticity and creativity, the internship will see you working on live briefs, pitching and understanding how an award-winning agency operates.
Read more about this opportunity here.
None of these opportunities for you? Head over to our Opportunities Board page to see what other opportunities are in store:
Written by Creative Lives in Progress