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Key figures
- Apprentices hired across the UK through 4Skills since 2020
- 111
- Source: Channel 4 (4Skills 2025 booklet) (opens in a new tab)
- Apprentices working at Channel 4 after 36 joined in January 2025
- 59
- Source: Channel 4 (4Skills 2025 booklet) (opens in a new tab)
- Length of Channel 4's Level 2 and 3 apprenticeships
- 12–24 months
- Source: Channel 4 (opens in a new tab)
- Higher-level apprenticeships (Levels 4–7) recruited to start in September 2025
- 8
- Source: Channel 4 (4Skills 2025 booklet) (opens in a new tab)
Overview
Channel 4 is a UK broadcaster that commissions most of its programmes from independent production companies. It runs its apprenticeships through 4Skills, a training programme it started in 2020.
The apprenticeships
Most Channel 4 apprenticeships are at Level 2 or 3 and last 12 to 24 months. Apprentices work on real projects across the business, in areas such as operations in Manchester and commissioning, while they complete their qualifications. Channel 4 says the programme is tailored for people from underrepresented groups.
It’s a growing programme. In January 2025, 36 new apprentices joined, bringing the total to 59, and Channel 4 recruited eight higher-level apprenticeships (Levels 4 to 7) to start in September 2025. Since 2020, it has hired 111 apprentices across the UK.
Other ways in
4Skills also includes a Production Training Scheme, a year-long, fully paid placement at independent production companies, and free virtual work experience aimed at 14 to 24 year olds.
What they don’t tell you
Channel 4 doesn’t publish apprentice pay or entry requirements on its overview pages, so check each role carefully.
What they do
Channel 4 is a UK broadcaster that commissions TV programmes from independent production companies rather than making most of them itself. Its 4Skills programme, launched in 2020, covers apprenticeships, a Production Training Scheme, work experience and schools outreach.
Apprenticeships they offer
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Level 2 and 3 apprenticeships
Departments across Channel 4, including operations in Manchester and commissioning
Apprentices work on real projects across the business while they complete Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications. Channel 4 says the programme is tailored for people from underrepresented groups.
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Higher-level apprenticeships
Across the business
Channel 4 recruited eight apprenticeships at Levels 4 to 7, starting in September 2025.
Career areas
Entry requirements
We have not found entry requirements published in a form we can verify for this employer. They usually vary by programme, so check each role's details on the official site.
Who can apply
- Channel 4 says its apprenticeship programme is tailored for underrepresented groups. It doesn't publish other eligibility rules on its overview page.
Our tips for Channel 4
- Want to make TV rather than work at a broadcaster? Look at Channel 4's Production Training Scheme too. It's a year-long, paid placement at independent production companies, and it's separate from the apprenticeships.
- Under 25? Channel 4's free virtual work experience is open to everyone and aimed at 14 to 24 year olds. It's a good way to learn how TV works before you apply.
- Channel 4 has offices outside London, including Manchester, so check where each role is.
- Pay and entry requirements aren't on the overview pages, so read each role carefully and ask if they're not clear.
Summary
- Channel 4 runs apprenticeships through 4Skills, its training programme, aimed at people from underrepresented groups.
- Most are Level 2 or 3 and last 12 to 24 months, working on real projects across the business.
- It had 59 apprentices in early 2025, and has hired 111 apprentices since 2020.
- It also recruited eight higher-level apprenticeships (Levels 4 to 7) for September 2025.
Questions about Channel 4 apprenticeships
Does Channel 4 do apprenticeships?
Yes. Through its 4Skills programme, Channel 4 runs Level 2 and 3 apprenticeships lasting 12 to 24 months, plus a small number of higher-level apprenticeships at Levels 4 to 7.
Who can apply for a Channel 4 apprenticeship?
Channel 4 says its apprenticeship programme is tailored for people from underrepresented groups. Check each role for its specific requirements.
How many apprentices does Channel 4 take on?
36 new apprentices joined in January 2025, bringing the total to 59. Channel 4 has hired 111 apprentices since 4Skills started in 2020.
What's the difference between the Channel 4 apprenticeship and the Production Training Scheme?
Apprentices work at Channel 4 itself, in departments like commissioning and operations. The Production Training Scheme is a separate year-long, paid placement at independent production companies around the UK.
Which other media companies offer apprenticeships?
The BBC takes on around 200 apprentices a year, and Sky runs apprenticeships in journalism, marketing, customer and finance roles. Compare them in our media and creative table.
Sources and review
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