Monday, 18 January 2010 16:52

4Talent will be running Inspiration Week again during 2010 - giving young people (14-16 years and 17 to 19 years) an all-round view of the industry, helping to give them a greater understanding of different roles within the media industries.  It is about inspiring young people through showcasing the skills, experiences and attitudes they will need to progress - as well as innovative ways to focus and strengthen their own career prospects.  Inspiration Week will address careers including acting and presenting, journalism, new media, theatre, producing and directing and advertising in the media.

In 2010, 4Talent will run two Inspiration Weeks, one in London and one in Sheffield.

Inspiration Week South 2010

Monday 12 April and Tuesday 13 April for 14 to 16 year olds

Wednesday 14 April and Thursday 15 April for 17 to 19 year olds

Inspiration Week North 2010

Monday 25 October and Tuesday 26 October for 14 to 16 year olds

Wednesday 27 October and Thursday 28 October for 17 to 19 year olds

Who's it aimed at and what are we looking for?

The Inspiration Week initiative is aimed at 14 - 19 year olds with a real passion to break into the media industries, combined with a natural raw talent that sets them apart from the crowd. Beyond that, we do not want to lay down too many of those 'must have this' or 'must be like thats'. The more diverse group of individuals we get, the better!

The process starts with two Open Days: for Inspiration Week South, these will take place on 17th & 18th February 2010 and for Inspiration Week North, these will take place on 8th & 9th September 2010.  Each Open Day can take up to 150 young people and will help them get a taste of what it's all about. There will be the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities including interactive sessions, talks with high level media professionals, peer-to-peer learning and the opportunity to network. There'll also be one-to-one careers advice. After the Open Day, young people can then apply for a place on Inspiration Week through Channel 4's careers website.

Applications

PLEASE NOTE YOU HAVE TO BE NOMINATED BY A SCHOOL, COLLEGE, CHARITY OR COMMUNITY GROUP TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SCHEME. YOU CANNOT NOMINATE YOURSELF.

Application forms are available on our website here