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4Skills in the news

By Jade Gilbert

Posted: 27 January 2023

4Skills work experience, highlighted in article by Televisual

In the news

It is exciting to see the 4Skills Work Experience programme featured in the TELEVISUAL this week. Click here to read the full article.

Experience life in the creative industry

The 4 Skills work experience programme is designed for students to help bridge the gap between their school studies and potential careers. The programme is comprised of five virtual modules that introduce students to real careers and real people while exploring the thriving creative TV and entertainment industries.

Each module delves into a different aspect of television and broadcasting, including:

Commissioning
4Studio
Legal & Compliance
Sales
Consumer Insights

The programme enables students to not only learn about industry work, but also take on real-world challenges in order to learn about potential creative career matches. They can also gain insider knowledge from current Channel 4 employees about what makes for a successful creative career.

4Skills Work Experience programme 2023

The next 4Skills Work Experience programme will begin on February 1st, 2023. If you would like to take part, simply visit our website and register your interest.

Register now and get access to our unique TV and Broadcast careers quiz

FAQs

What is 4Schools?

4Schools brings creative careers in TV and Broadcasting into the classroom through a mix of interactive learning, expert led workshops and dedicated programme resources.

How do I get my school involved?

There are lots of ways your school can get involved in the programme! Registering on our website will give you access to a host of free resources (including printable handouts, information sheets and curriculum led lesson plans) and the ability to enter our national competition once it's live. For eligible schools, you will also be able to book the workshop of your choice for either virtual, or face to face delivery in your school.

What ages is the programme for?

4Schools is a programme dedicated for learners aged between 11-16.

Am I eligible for a live workshop?

Our workshops are currently only available to schools located in:

The Midlands
Yorkshire
The North East
The North West
Bristol, Gloucestershire & Wiltshire
Hampshire
Limited areas in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

What Curriculum markers will I meet?

In England, 4Schools provides content and resources to aid in the achievement of Gatsby benchmarks 2, 4, 5 and 7.

But no matter where you are in the UK, our content and resources are designed to help enrich your curriculum and aid the learning and development of your students.