Crew Call - Trainee Opportunity

Crew Call – Trainee Opportunity

Applications open: 21 February 2024
Closing date: Midnight 10 March 2024
Start Date: May 2024
Placement Duration: up to 3 months

Introduction

Sector: Live action – Scripted (drama)
Production Company:
Studio: HBO
Start date: 17 June 2024

HETV production filming in Northern Ireland from 17 June 2024 requires trainees and opportunities are available in the following departments:

To apply, please complete the online application form by midnight on Monday 6 May.

PLEASE NOTE: Successful applicants will be invited for an interview by Friday 10 May. If you have not been invited for an interview by the end of this date, your application has not been successful.

The Opportunity

This programme starts with training in our bespoke CrewHQ centre, based at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, to prepare you for work and give you support, awareness and skills in the following areas:

Set etiquette and resilience training for life on production
Understanding key production paperwork and terminology
Guidance on how to be a freelancer
Exploration of entry level roles and career pathways across many different departments
CV preparation and interview practice

Throughout the programme you will get the opportunity to meet productions currently filming and be eligible to interview for trainee placements.

All trainees will be supported by our CrewHQ team with guidance as well as financial support for training travel and accommodation costs.

Take a look at last year’s pilot programme called Access to Action:

What's Next

Applications will open on Wednesday 21 February 2024 and will close at midnight on 10 March 2024. You will be able to apply via this page when applications open.

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into applying and we will review every application individually. We anticipate that interviews and assessments will take place in April and May 2024.

FAQS

Can I apply if I have no Industry experience?

Yes. We’re looking for people who are passionate about working in below-the-line roles (ie. production office, finance department, construction, costume, camera, locations, VFX, and more.) It’s not for people wanting to be actors, performers, or senior crew such as directors, producers in production. We welcome applicants who may have transferrable skills, for example, from projects at school or college or university, or other creative sectors such as theatre, music, photography and commercial production, or from roles in other sectors such as business administration, event management, or make-up and hair applicants with salon experience.

Do I need to have completed a degree or relevant vocational training to apply?

Other than achieving a grade 4 or above in Maths and English GCSE, there are no other qualifications required to apply’ to read: No qualifications are required.

Is there an age limit for this programme?

There is a minimum age of 18 but no upper age limit. However, it is important to note that this is an entry level scheme and any placements will be at entry level.

What are the start and end dates for the programme?

The production is shooting 17 June-13 September 2024. Your start date will depend on your role.

Do I need a UK driving license to apply for this scheme?

No, you do not need a driving license to become a trainee although it is advisable to get your driving license sorted in the long term as it will be easier to attend location shoots and complete some additional tasks if you are able to drive.

ScreenSkills offers bursaries for driving lessons through their bursaries programme. Please read the guidelines here.

What happens if I am not a Northern Ireland resident?

Unfortunately, you will not be eligible for this scheme. Full checks will be carried out at interview stage.

Are you able to support any accessibility needs I may have?

Warner Bros. Discovery and CrewHQ are committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of its work. We work with productions to support any trainee with reasonable adjustment requirements. We also recommend contacting Access to Work for support if you have a physical or mental health condition or disability.

How will CrewHQ use my data?

Your data will be processed via the platform where applications are submitted, will be shared with readers and recruitment team, and for the purposes of engaging you on a production. For further info, please see our privacy policy.

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