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ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT – CLOUDWATER BREW

Deadline to apply – 9AM Wednesday 22nd April, apply here

This is a key role with the opportunity to extend contract duration primarily supporting the smooth running of the purchase ledger function and ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, as well as support across the wider finance team with transactional processes such as credit card/expense processing, cash book reconciliations and other ad hoc tasks.

Hours: 6-10 hours per week (over one or two shifts)

Working Pattern: Set day, between Monday–Friday

Location: Office-based (non-remote)

Salary: £14.36 – £16.00 per hour (dependent on experience)

Cloudwater Brew Co is a small brewery in Manchester, UK, with a focus on making exciting flavour combinations in modern beer and soda to create relaxing experiences for our customers. We are independently owned and directed by our co-founder Paul Jones and, since the beginning, we have been guided by shared values that define our work.

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Content Producer Apprentice (Level 3) – Fearless Adventures

Deadline not specified – apply here

This 13-month apprenticeship is for someone who’s excited by social media, video content and how digital media actually works behind the scenes.

You’ll support the creation, preparation and delivery of digital media content, from long form recordings and live sessions through to short form social outputs. The role combines creative production with technical media handling, helping ensure content is produced, delivered and monitored reliably across modern platforms.

It’s ideal for someone who enjoys being hands on with content, is curious about the technical side of media, and wants to learn how creative ideas turn into real, published outputs.

No previous experience is required, just enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn.

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Relationship Manager, Communities and Engagement

Deadline to apply – Wednesday 22nd April, apply here

Arts Council England is looking for a collaborative and inclusive Relationship Manager, Engagement & Communities, to join their North West team at an exciting time for the region.

You will bring experience of engaging communities from a wide range of backgrounds in culture and creativity, particularly those who may be less likely to take part. You will be confident in advising and supporting creative practitioners and organisations, and passionate about broadening engagement through co-creation, co-production and empowering community voice.

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Trainee Researcher – Workerbee/Channel 4

Deadline to apply – Monday 27th April, apply here

Being a researcher in the TV industry requires you to watch a lot of TV… reckon you could handle it?!

But it’s not all play and no work, you’re watching with a purpose! To be a great researcher you need to be highly observant, able to spot tiny details and use your creative eye to solve problems.

What you might be doing as a Researcher

  • Conducting thorough research: Assist in gathering information for projects, including fact-checking, sourcing materials, and compiling data for presentations and other production needs.
  • Supporting senior team members: Provide research assistance for various topics and content areas as directed by senior researchers, producers, or writers.
  • Organising research materials: Help to organise and manage research findings.
  • Assist with sourcing media: Help find relevant archival footage, images, audio, or interviews to support the production’s needs.
  • Collaborating with the team: Work closely with other team members to ensure the research aligns with the project’s goals and creative direction.
  • Finding contributors: Helping to find and interview contributors who take part in programmes.
  • Assisting on location: You may be required to help out on a shoot whether in the studio or on location. Travel may be required.  
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Creator Fund – AWAL

Deadline to apply – 22nd April, apply here

Are you a UK-based content creator with ambition and big ideas?

Do you have a unique format concept that will support British music artists?

AWAL & lemontank are searching for the next generation of UK-based cultural curators and music content formats. We are leading an open call for creators ready to supercharge their content and develop their brand.

Up to 3 creators will be hand-picked to join our 5 month programme and have the opportunity to work with AWAL artists to develop skills, make connections and gain insight into how to grow and develop their content business / passion.

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Backstage Presenter at the Youth Music Awards – Youth Music

Deadline to apply – 11:59pm Sunday 3rd of May, apply here

As a backstage presenter, you will be working closely with our video production team and another presenter, you will interview nominees, winners, performers, sponsors, and special guests throughout the event.

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Host the Youth Music Awards – Youth Music

Deadline to apply – 11:59pm Sunday 3rd May, apply here

As a host at the Youth Music Awards, you will be on stage throughout the evening, keeping guests engaged and the energy in the room high while linking between live performances and award categories.

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Green Opportunities Fund – The Coop Foundation

Deadline to apply – Midday Friday 17th April, apply here.

The Coop Foundation are offering grants of between £50,000-£100,000 to support initiatives across the UK to influence young people aged 14-20 years old to develop green skills and enter into green jobs. The aim of the fund is to influence the behaviour and perceptions of young people from underrepresented backgrounds around green skills and careers.

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Social & Digital Content Lead – Ear to the Ground

The Digital and Social Content Lead is a strategic and creative thinker who drives the development of impactful, insight-led digital and social content for clients across sport and gaming. Sitting at the intersection of strategy, creativity and performance, this role ensures all storytelling is grounded in audience insight, aligned to business objectives and executed with creative effectiveness.

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Junior Instagram Channel Manager – LADbible Group

We’re looking for a highly creative and platform-native Junior Instagram Channel Manager to join the Social Video team, working across Ladbible.

This role will sit within our team of Channel Managers, directly supporting the LADbible Instagram Channel Manager in delivering daily output. It is a fast-paced, execution-focused position with a strong emphasis on Photoshop and reactive visual storytelling.

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Junior TikTok Channel Manager – LADbible Group

We’re looking for a creative, culturally plugged-in Junior TikTok Channel Manager to join the Social Video team, working exclusively across @ladbible on TikTok.

This role will directly support the LADbible TikTok Channel Manager in developing and executing original, repeatable, IP-led formats designed specifically for TikTok. It’s an idea-first, platform-native position focused on format building, cultural reactiveness and confident on-camera presence.

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Volunteer – Parklife Festival

– By volunteering for 8 hours on one day of the festival, you will get free entry to both days of Parklife 2026 with plenty of time to enjoy acts on the day you volunteer.
– This is a great way to meet new people and get experience in the event industry.
– All applicants need to be 18+ and have valid ID
– You will be required to put down a £200 deposit – this will be returned after you have completed your shift the week after the festival.

To apply, click here

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JOIN THE BOARD AT REFORM RADIO

There are three exciting opportunities to join the Reform Radio team in Manchester as our new Trainee Board Chair, or Advisory Board Member.

Deadline to apply: 29/032026

Trainee Board Chair:

As part of our Advisory Board the Trainee Chair will develop their skills in chairing board meetings with our existing Chair and move on to becoming the Advisory Board Chair over the next 12 months. The Chair plays an integral role in supporting the mission, vision and values of Reform Radio. The successful applicant will need to commit to eight Advisory Board evening meetings over 24 months, as well as quarterly meetings to review & organise regular reporting.

For more information and how to apply, please follow this link.

Advisory Board Member:

As a member of the Advisory Board, you help to shape the future of Reform Radio. The Board plays an integral role in supporting the mission, vision and values of Reform Radio. The successful applicant will need to commit to eight Advisory Board evening meetings over 24 months.

For more information and how to apply, please follow this link.

Essential skills, knowledge and qualities required for both roles: 

  • A passion to learn about organisation governance
  • A passion to support Greater Manchester’s creative digital sector
  • Resident of Greater Manchester aged 18-26
  • Has accessed a Reform Radio opportunity in the last 3 years
  • Can commit for 24 months from April 2026 to April 2028

If you’d like to chat about these opportunities, please contact Lewys, Head of Quality Assurance, on lewys@reformradio.co.uk or on 0161 806 0879. The role description and person spec are also available as an audio file, and we’re happy to accept applications in written format, audio or video. 

If you have any access requirements or if you are facing barriers in applying that we can help remove then please get in touch.
Please provide 2 references. We will not contact references unless an offer is made.

Please complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14m4H85TIvSeL7cKoR0oyFQFnc8DkITCYTFF9dKa6Xts/edit?usp=sharing

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Songwriter Applications – POP up!

Calling all creatives and songwriters making musical theatre work within the pop music verse – POP up! & Lowry has an opportunity for you!

POP up! is a brand-new event series showcasing North West songwriters and creatives working across pop music in all its forms including musical theatre with pop at its heart. We’re here to spark collaborations, celebrate fresh voices, and champion writers creating bold, emotionally-driven work with full main character energy.

To apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMl_dgkU9Nc49MWNPFOjp18MAckhhHv-Y0Hffo8DOMdzm-pw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107559435656188320400

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Courses & Funding- Kings Trust

Multiple Deadlines

Kings Trust have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business.
Coming up:

Free funding to train or start work
Build confidence with Explore
TeamMaking it in Media
Get Started with Disability Care
LLN Support
Get support to launch your business
Education Mentors
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Casual Technician – Contact Theatre

  • Assist in all areas of technical theatre for activities at Contact, including but not limited to: lighting; sound; audio visual; stage management; other technical effects.
  • Assist in production rigging and construction of settings, scenery, furniture and special effects.
  • Assist in servicing equipment and general maintenance e.g. PAT testing, installation of seating bank.
  • Work closely with Production Technicians and other Casual Technicians as part of a team.
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Opportunities for Songwriters – PRS Foundation

As a songwriter, why not throw yourself into a new opportunity in 2026? From applying for funding initiatives to signing up to freestyle challenges, there are a host of openings for songwriters to explore in January as the music industry clicks back into gear following the festive break.

We’ve pulled together five opportunities for songwriters to check out in January 2026 — click here to find out more.

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DJ CONTENT CREATOR – WE ARE CROSSFADER

Role: DJ Content Creator
Location: Leeds, UK (primarily in-office)

Apply: work@wearecrossfader.co.uk
Date Posted: July 2025

Crossfader have built one of the world’s leading online DJ education platforms. Through their DJ courses, YouTube content and tutorials, they’ve helped thousands of people learn how to mix, build confidence, and find joy in music.
Now, they’re looking for someone new to join the mix.
They’re hiring a DJ Content Creator, someone who loves DJing, gets nerdy about software and tech like Rekordbox and Serato, and is just as passionate about teaching and sharing as they are about playing out.
This role is ideal for someone who’s confident on camera, enjoys experimenting with new gear, and wants to help others grow their skills, whether that’s through tutorials, reviews, gear tests or course content.
You’ll be working closely with their team at their Leeds-based studio, so they’re looking for someone who is able and willing to work from our office regularly.

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RAD FUND – THE BFI DOC SOCIETY

The BFI Doc Society RAD Fund is open and accepting applications on a rolling basis. They are inviting UK-based first or second-time feature-length documentary directors, director/producer teams, and emerging to mid-career producers to apply. The fund supports independent, non-fiction films and immersive projects with up to £5,000 for early-stage development of a single film or up to £10,000 for multiple projects with attached directors. The funding emphasises expansive, director-led storytelling that represents the diversity of UK society and encourages creative risks.

Applicants must register at app.docsociety.org/apply/ and complete the application form. Applications are accepted year-round, with a processing time of up to 12 weeks. Successful applicants will receive funding for activities such as writing treatments, creating visual materials, research costs, and fees for consultants and directors. This initiative aims to champion underrepresented talent and foster a more inclusive film industry.

For more information, visit the BFI Doc Society website or contact hello@docsociety.org.

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YOUTH WORKER (SESSIONAL CONTRACT) – SETTLEMENT MANCHESTER

Manchester Settlement are hiring Sessional Contract Youth Workers. This role is to work on Monday evenings as a minimum with the potential for additional hours on other evenings and in the school holidays. Regular Tuesday evening sessions, occasional sessions on Monday evenings, and school holiday day time sessions will be available.