Digital Journalism Apprentice Review

by BBC

Rating

9.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I write for online and make digital videos for BBC Wales News. I write from copy and original stories of my own. I also research for future and upcoming stories in Wales area.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I've honed my writing skills, learnt to be more confident in the workplace, learnt practical skills such as video and audio editing and learnt a lot about working with others.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

My team have really made my placement so enjoyable so far, they're so friendly and always ready to help or give constructive advice.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by BBC?

At least on my placement, I feel like a valued and equal member of the team.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It's got a good flow to it, and I feel I get enough time to study as well as work.

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I get support everyday, and there's always someone in college I can turn to if I need advice or help with something.

10/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I get support everyday, and there's always someone in work I can turn to if I need advice or help with something.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

My salary is reflective of the work and study I do, and it meets my living costs at the moment.

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

I've had a few opportunities to go to internal industry events, and I've taken up tap classes to meet people in my new city. I think I have a good work/life balance.

8/10

9. Would you recommend BBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because you are valued as a competent individual and it's such an expanding company to work for, with so many different opportunities to push myself further as a journalist.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?

I would definitely say to be yourself, don't hide and be proud of who you are! If you have a really cool interest in something, be it politics, music or fashion, make sure people know it! Be creative with your ideas, I've been told time and time again since I started this job - there is no such thing as a bad idea! It's natural to be nervous on interview days, but just relax, smile and be yourself.