Welcome to Friday! Today is the last weekday of National Apprenticeship Week, and today we're going to be looking at some of the types of creative apprenticeships that could be available to you!

Please note these are just a handful of the types of creative apprenticeship - you can find more through the ERIC app📲

Graphic Design Apprenticeships

Graphic design apprenticeships offer the chance for aspiring designers to become immersed in a professional environment and learn on the job. As an apprentice, you will support experienced professionals with their day-to-day duties and be exposed to real client briefs. You will also gain valuable skills such as how to use Adobe Creative Suite software packages, how to develop concepts for print and digital media, create logos/brands/illustrations, as well as research techniques used by graphic designers. These apprenticeships are perfect for those who have some basic design skills but want to take them further.

Marketing Apprenticeships

Marketing apprenticeships enable young people to gain an understanding of different marketing strategies used by companies in order to promote products or services. As well as learning about digital marketing such as SEO and social media campaigns, you will develop skills such as copywriting and market research. You may even be given the opportunity to work on live campaigns or business development projects which will allow you to put what you have learnt into practice. This is ideal for those who are interested in pursuing a career in marketing but don’t have any prior experience or qualifications yet.

*Other titles for marketing apprenticeships may include; Digital Marketing Apprentice, Marketing Executive Apprentice, Social Media & Marketing Apprentice,

Advertising Apprenticeships

Advertising apprenticeships give aspiring creatives the chance to learn from top advertising professionals while being paid at the same time! During your apprenticeship, you will learn all aspects of advertising including writing copy, creating visuals and working with clients on campaigns. You will also pick up useful transferable skills such as problem-solving abilities, communication skills and self-motivation that can be applied across many different industries - these are invaluable assets when it comes time for job interviews! Advertising apprenticeships are ideal for anyone wanting to make their mark in this competitive field but doesn't know where to start!

Broadcast and Communications Technical Operator Apprenticeship

Broadcast and communications technical operators focus on installing, operating, and maintaining television, radio, sound recording, lighting, and audio equipment in studios. This apprenticeship combines classroom learning with practical experience as you learn how to set up different types of equipment and understand how they work together. You’ll also learn about safety regulations and industry standards that need to be followed for any broadcast or communication project.

Fashion and Textiles Pattern Cutter Apprenticeship

This creative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to join an exciting industry as a pattern cutter or a fashion designer assistant. As an apprentice, you'll be taught how to use specialized software programs to create patterns from scratch or modify existing ones. You'll have the chance to practice your skills by creating real garments as well as refine your creativity by using fabric swatches, sketching ideas for designs, taking measurements for garments, helping with fittings of samples, etc.

Storyboard Artist Apprenticeship

Storyboard artists are responsible for creating visual representations of scripts that help directors visualize scenes before they begin shooting them. This apprenticeship is perfect for those who have a flair for drawing since it focuses on understanding storytelling techniques while teaching you how to create professional storyboards that can be used in film production. You’ll learn how to draw characters accurately as well as understand perspective when drawing environments in order to create believable stories with visuals that will captivate audiences.

Photo Assistant Apprenticeship

Photography assistants help photographers set up shoots by organising equipment, setting up lighting setups, assisting with post-production tasks such as editing images or video footage captured during the shoot etc. As an apprentice you'll gain hands-on experience in photography while learning about composition techniques as well as digital imaging technologies such as Photoshop which are important tools used by photographers today.

Content Creator Apprenticeship

A content creator apprenticeship provides an opportunity to learn how to create, curate, and produce content for various platforms such as websites, blogs, social media accounts, print publications, and more. This kind of apprenticeship requires a good deal of creativity but also involves researching topics and staying up-to-date on current trends. Content creator apprentices usually work with existing team members who teach them basics like copywriting skills as well as broader concepts such as marketing strategies.

Other titles for this type of apprenticeship may include: Junior content producer,

Journalism Apprenticeship

Journalism apprenticeships provide aspiring journalists with the opportunity to gain experience firsthand through reporting stories for TV or radio programs or writing articles for newspapers or magazines. Journalism apprentices will have the chance to learn how the news industry works while also honing their writing skills by crafting compelling stories based on interviews with different sources. This kind of hands-on experience is invaluable in helping aspiring journalists stand out in a competitive job market.

Digital Production Apprenticeships

Digital production apprenticeships offer young people the chance to learn how technology can be used to create immersive experiences such as video games or virtual reality projects. They will be taught how to design interactive elements that engage users while also providing useful information or entertainment value. Digital production apprenticeships require technical knowledge but also involve concepts like storytelling and user experience design that go beyond coding skills alone.

Research & Development Apprenticeships

Research & development (R&D) apprenticeship programs give young people the chance to use their creativity and problem-solving skills in order to develop new products or services that could potentially benefit society at large. This kind of program might involve working on a specific project within a larger organization or it could mean being part of a start-up company trying out innovative ideas in search of success. R&D apprentices get valuable insights into both technological progress as well as business strategy which can be invaluable when it comes time for them to enter the workforce full-time after completing their program.

Some Creative Apprenticeship providers in the UK

The BBC

Channel 4

Sumo Digital

Christie’s Auction House

Universal Music Group

Warner Bros

Fashion Enter

Creative apprenticeships present a great opportunity for anyone looking for real world experience while still developing their craft. Whether it’s graphic design, marketing or advertising that interests you most, there is sure to be an apprenticeship out there that suits your needs perfectly! With so many options on offer across the UK it can be difficult deciding which one is right for you so make sure you do your research beforehand so that you can get the most out of your creative apprenticeship journey!