The Programme

Something for everyone

Explore the creative industry in 4 core modules tailored to you

You might be one of the many people who aren't sure where they'd start to try and get into TV and Broadcasting... and that's why we're here to give you a taste! Completing our work experience will not only give you a better idea of the different career opportunities within the industry, but you’ll have gained valuable experience that you can bring with you, whatever career you end up in. This programme is just the start!

What's involved

There are 4 core modules to complete, plus 6 optional ones - all designed to give you more insight on the world of creative careers as well as insider information from people doing these jobs for real! An example of how it works is below.

Pre-task Introduction

At the beginning of each module, you'll watch a short video that details exactly what this part of the programme is all about. You'll be tasked by a current Channel 4 Employee to complete an activity unique to their area of the business.

Learn about the department

After watching the video, you'll dive into the content of the module, learning more about the industry to prepare you for the module task.

Complete and Upload your task

Once you've learnt more about the department, it's time to complete and upload your task set by the experts at Channel 4!

Expert Advice

Once you've completed your task, our Channel 4 experts will show you how they would've approached the task.

Multiple choice quiz

For the last step of the module, we'll test what you've learnt. Submit your answers and that's the module complete!

A PROGRAMME TAILORED TO YOU

What's involved?

Core Modules

The programme consists of 4 core modules. You will begin with learning more about the TV and Broadcasting industry in 'What is the Creative Industry', before embarking on a programme tailored specifically to your interests! All you have to do take a quiz, and we'll create your perfect programme.

Optional Modules

Once you have completed your 4 core modules, you will then have access to all the rest! Explore different departments at Channel 4, and unlock passions and interests you didn't realise you had...

Modules on Offer
  • Creative Personas
  • Employability
  • Production
  • Voice Over Announcer
  • 4Studio
  • Commissioning
  • Legal and Compliance
  • Sales
  • Consumer Insight

Unlock Your Creative Potential

Join the 4Skills Work Experience Programme

FAQs

No! 4Skills Work Experience is a free virtual programme, run by Channel 4 and GetMyFirstJob.

You've got the end of the programme to complete all modules. This timer starts once you begin the first module.

Pay attention to the deadline date as we cannot extend it.

Easy! You can sign up now here!
The programme is open to anyone aged 14 or older - but it will be particularly beneficial to you if you have less than 6 months of experience in the industry.
If you're a teacher or a careers advisor, and would like to get your school can get involved, please sign up here as a career advisor and a member of our team will reach out and get you set up.
This programme is not a feeder into a role at Channel 4. However the skills and knowledge gained along the way provide excellent experience to add to your CV, and will allow you to explore what career pathway could be right for you.
Learners: If you want to complete the programme, please watch this walkthrough:
Careers Advisors/Teachers: If you are a teacher/careers leader then please see this walkthough:
Watch this video to learn how to use the dashboard and progress through the programme:
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