How to get into careers

1. How to get into careers By Alex, Dan & Stephen

2. Tips for graduates looking for a job in radio. • In order to get a job, you have to know where you would like to work. Listening to radio is crucial to make this decision. Having made this decision, persistence is key. A common theme for graduates now working in radio is that constant phone calls (just short of harassment!) and sometimes literally ‘banging on doors’ were necessary to get that first contact. • It is important to meet if possible, rather than writing or making a phone call. A portfolio on tape or CD to bring to meetings is essential. This should reflect a variety of styles, introduce some music, some news, weather, and interviews. Your portfolio should also be included with your CV in job applications. • Start small – try local or community stations. • Seek volunteer or internship positions. Bear in mind that there can be heavy competition even for unpaid work. If you work as a volunteer, you can find out if you really want this job or not. Don't be picky about the type of work – even manning the phones can teach a lot. How to get into radio

3. Benefits of an apprenticeship or traineeship. Apprenticeships and traineeships are ways to become trained and qualified in a trade or particular type of job. They offer benefits, including: the ability to work and earn money while studying for your qualification.Basically when you are in full time or part time education you can go out and work 9-4 shift and earn a bit of money as well as getting the education that you need.The difference between Traineeships and Apprenticeship are… Traineeship can be either a full time or part time and it usually lasts for 12 months whilst in education. But some Traineeships can last between 6 weeks and 6 months as well.Apprenticeship usually last about 3-4 years and is a non-trade related area.Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person or trade professional in which workers learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation.Employers might ask for two or more GCSE grades (A*-C) or equivalent. For some intermediate apprenticeships, however, you might not need any formal qualifications. If you don’t have any GCSEs in English and maths, though, you’ll usually be required to take a basic Maths and English test.You can get an advanced apprenticeship. Advanced apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ Level 3, Key Skills and, in most cases, a relevant knowledge-based certificate such as a BTEC. To start this programme, the applicant should ideally have five GCSEs at grade C or above or have completed an Intermediate Apprenticeship. apprenticeship and TRAINEESHIPS

4. Link: https://www.google.co.uk/search?rls=com.microsoft%3Aen-GB%3AIE-Address&dcr=0&q=what+is+a+traineeships&oq=what+is+a+traineeships&gs_l=psy-ab.3...950.3326.0.3485.18.9.0.0.0.0.611.611.5-1.1.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..18.0.0....0.xgX-2XQxwX0 http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/what-we-do/radio https://www.gov.uk/find-traineeship https://www.gov.uk/guidance/creative-and-digital-media-apprenticeships Links