MFPS UPDATE
Due to funding cuts resulting from the abolition of the Northwest Development Agency, unfortunately the current cohort of Media Foundation Placement Scheme trainees will regrettably be the last.
Alternative avenues in to the media industry include the following:
Journalism Trainee Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/jts/
Production Trainee Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/pts/
BBC North Production Co-oordinator Scheme - https://careers.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc01.asp?newms=jj&id=38506&aid=10281
Extend - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/extend/
Trainee Technologist Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/about/careers.shtml
The BBC has also announced that they will be launching a BBC North apprenticeship scheme later this spring. http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2011/03_march/17/apprenticeship.shtml
About the scheme
The Media Foundation Placement Scheme (MFPS) is a positive, action training initiative which seeks to address issues of cultural diversity and the under representation of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals in the media industry within the North West Region.
The scheme currently works in partnership with ITV, BBC, Lime Pictures and Activideo alongside Vision+Media.
MFPS provides talented individuals from the North West the opportunity to gain skills, experience and networks to kick-start a career in Media and Broadcasting.
All this plus, you will do the Digital Pass CPD qualification which is accredited by the University of Bolton. The Digital Pass is a series of workshops delivered by Vision+Media's trainers which will help you succeed in the creative and digital industries. You will get practical advice on developing your CV, interview techniques, operating as a freelancer and how to use new digital technologies and platforms to promote yourself.
Media Foundation Placement Scheme Trainees YR 4 – produced a short film: Bagels For Breakfast
Who can apply?
You can apply for the scheme if you are:
- From a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Background
- Over the age of 18
- From the North West Region
- A UK resident or have the right to work or train in the UK
- Interested in gaining hands-on work experience in the Media & Broadcasting Industry
How can I apply?
During each recruitment round of the MFPS, we will post the training specifications, application forms and guidelines on this website. Please do read through the guidance notes thorougly before starting an application. We will also hold a series of roadshows across the North West Region and will invite you along to these – where you will have the opportunity to meet with us and hear more about the scheme.
Throughout the 6 month traineeship you will receive on-going support, mentoring and advice both personally and professionally. Each training profile is attached to the Digital Pass Qualification and accredited through the University of Bolton.
MFPS has developed this Positive Action Training Scheme in accordance with the Section 37 and 38 of the Race Relations Act 1976 to encourage the potential of Black and Minority Ethnic groups in Positive Action Training in areas of employment where there is shown to be an under-representation.
Due to funding cuts resulting from the abolition of the Northwest Development Agency unfortunately the current cohort of Media Foundation Placement Scheme trainees will regrettably be the last.
Alternative avenues in to the media industry include the following:
Journalism Trainee Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/jts/
Production Trainee Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/pts/
BBC North Production Co-oordinator Scheme - https://careers.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc01.asp?newms=jj&id=38506&aid=10281
Extend - http://www.bbc.co.uk/jobs/extend/
Trainee Technologist Scheme - http://www.bbc.co.uk/rd/about/careers.shtml
The BBC has also announced that they will be launching a BBC North apprenticeship scheme later this spring. http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2011/03_march/17/apprenticeship.shtml