Find out more and Sign up for the 4Skills Work Experience Programme here: https://www.4skillsworkexperience.com/   

ABOUT 

4Skills Work Experience is Channel 4’s free online programme designed to give people across the UK a taste of what it's like to work in TV, broadcasting and the wider creative industries. 

Complete true-to-life tasks, set by our teams across Channel 4, explore a wide range of creative careers, and discover where your skills and interests could take you. 

Along the way, you'll hear directly from Channel 4 employees, get behind-the-scenes insights into how great content gets made, and learn what it takes to build a successful career in the industry. 

COURSE CONTENT 

The first two Work Experience modules, Introduction to 4Skills and What is the Creative Industry?, are your gateway into the world of creative careers. These modules will tell you more about how Channel 4 helps to develop creative careers, and will help you explore the people, roles and opportunities that make the industry so exciting. 

Once you've completed these modules, you'll unlock the rest of the programme, and can start exploring the areas that interest you most through our Insight and Deep Dive modules. 

Our Insight modules (open to everyone aged 11+) are a great way to build your understanding of different parts of the industry, including Broadcasting, Post Production, Editorial, Operations and Creative. Whether you're already considering a creative career or just curious to learn more, these modules will give you a strong foundation before you take a deeper look with our Deep Dive modules. 

Examples of our 4Skills Work Experience modules include: 

• Commissioning - Learn how broadcasters choose, develop and fund new programme ideas from production companies.
• Production - Discover how TV shows are planned, organised and produced from idea to final broadcast.
• Sales - Discover how advertising and partnerships generate revenue to support television programming.
• Legal and Compliance - Explore how Channel 4 follows broadcasting rules, handles viewer complaints, and balances creative freedom with responsibility in UK television.
• Audience Insight - Learn how audience data and research help shape programming and content decisions.
• Events Assistant - Discover how Events Assistants help plan TV launches, press events and audience experiences, supporting PR teams and creating exciting moments that promote Channel 4 shows.
• Edit Assistant - Discover how Edit Assistants support editors, check footage for errors and help ensure Channel 4 programmes are accurate, high-quality and ready for broadcast.
• Production Coordinator - Discover how Production Coordinators keep Channel 4 programmes running smoothly by managing schedules, budgets, accessibility and sustainability on busy television productions.
• Researcher - Discover how TV Researchers find contributors, verify facts and shape programme ideas that bring Channel 4 shows to life.  

Find out more about the available modules here: https://www.4skillsworkexperience.com/the-programme  

ELIGIBILITY/CRITERIA 

Our Work Experience programme is for anyone aged 11+ based in the UK who is curious about TV/the creative industry and the different careers behind the content they love. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Sign up for the 4Skills Work Experience Programme here: https://www.4skillsworkexperience.com/ 

FAQ's

• Does Channel 4 offer in-person work experience?  

Unfortunately, we are unable to facilitate in-person work experience placements in-person at the Channel. However, you can still learn a lot about what we do through our Virtual Work Experience!  

• How long do I have to complete the programme? 

The programme is free of charge and designed for you to complete at your own pace - there is no time limit!  

• Will this programme get me a job?  

Our Work Experience Programme provides valuable experience and insight, but does not guarantee employment. However, please let us know you have completed the programme if you apply for any role here at C4. 

Got more questions? Find out more under the FAQ section of our Work Experience website https://www.4skillsworkexperience.com/routes-to-channel-4 or email us! 4Skills@Channel4.co.uk or info@4skillsworkexperience.com  

Find out more and Sign up for the 4Skills Work Experience Programme here: https://www.4skillsworkexperience.com/