Careers

Your guide to getting in and getting on in UK radio and audio

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Finding a Job

The main broadcast groups will usually advertise available roles on their websites. You'll also find many of these websites offering advice, suggestions for training, work experience programmes and volunteering:

There are also many third-party websites where jobs are advertised. Many of the smaller independent broadcasters, community radio stations, online stations, independent production companies, or overseas broadcasters will advertise in this way:

Apprenticeships and In-House Training

Many of the big broadcast groups have training and apprenticeship schemes, many of which are tailored towards people that don't have undergraduate qualifications, or that come from particular backgrounds. This information was correct at time of publication (Aug 2021):

Bauer Media

  • Bauer Academy runs a range of in-house development programmes including AI Training and Apprenticeships.

Global

  • Global Academy - offers a unique education from Year 10, where you can study for your GCSE's alongside gaining training and experience in media.

The BBC

  • Get In! Launch your career - the BBC's early career programme includes talent schemes in Journalism, Production, Technology and Business.  These include various BBC Apprenticeship programmes, and the Production Trainee scheme.
  • BBC 'Get in' Taster experience - the BBC run a formal company-wide process for work experience placements for those aged 16-18.

General information

Free Training and Advice

  • Radiocentre (Audio Masterclass) - Radiocentre is the industry body for commercial radio. They work on behalf of more than 50 stakeholders and represent over 90% of commercial radio in terms of listening and revenue. Radiocentre also works closely with partners from across the radio industry in order to promote a thriving UK audio sector.
  • Audiotrain - Audiotrain is the skills, training and mentorship arm of AudioUK, the trade body for independent audio production companies in the UK.
  • The Pips - if you want to be a presenter, The Pips has loads of free online advice from structuring your demo, building your programme, reading the news, or working behind the scenes. They also offer affordable training courses in-person or online.
  • Goalhanger's Greenroom offers free, behind the scenes access to how their shows get made, from production and editing to commercial strategy.
  • Acast Ads Academy is a free, self-paced learning hub for marketers, advertisers, and creators looking to learn the essentials of podcast advertising.