Early Careers Apprentice - Sports journalism Review
at BBC
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Journalism and Publishing
Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I currently find and write stories on the women's Six Nations and I contribute to the live texts that we have on the website. I am involved in the planning and analysis of our outputs.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly loved my programme. I met some of the most amazing people with the best training
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt lots of new skills including how to write stories, how to source and research information, how to edit videos and how to interview people.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised and structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received loads of support. My managers are lovely and would help me in any situation.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
PA media academy have been amazing. Every step of the way they have helped me. Especially with my additional needs
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
100% better. I would not be able to do this job at all if it wasn't for them
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I help with the BCOMS events. I am prat of the pride, enigma and women's network.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BBC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its on the job training for the industry's leading company. Incredible opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?
Be yourself, read the BBC's ethos and aims. Find something unique about you that you can showcase.
