New Talent Review

I'm a researcher on the nations top radio programmes. I spent my days looking for stories and searching for details about guests. Google is my best friend and worst enemy in this job. I also edit and have a lot of say in what is put out on air.

Yeah, I have developed a lot of skills over my time here. I have learnt how professionals work within the BBC. I have learnt about the different types of strategies that shows use to make the best of what we have. I have also developed my editing and typing skills.

It's my favourite job. I have had a few jobs over the years and kept applying for this not expecting to hear back. I got the call one day whilst I was welding and was jumping for joy in my bay. I really think I might want to stay here.

The nature of the industry means most days are unpredictable. I'm ok with this but I do like structure. I am willing to put up with the uncertainty for this job. I understand it won't last forever, but the period prepares me for when I leave the apprenticeship.

Most of the staff are very supportive. I am shocked by how friendly for the staff are. I assumed in a company such as the BBC that the staff would look down their noses at me. But it is the opposite of what I expected. Even the "talent" are helpful.

I receive support from my training provider when and IF I ask for it. They offer us a lot of optional support and we see them every 4 months for block learning. These periods are ok because we get to meet up with apprentices from across wales, which is good.

My training focuses more on TV than Radio, but I have found a few transferable skills. Finding the transferable skills helps me keep my options open for the future so I can go into several different industries. The qualification isn't worth as much as the experience I'm gaining.

There are a few extra curricular actives I can pursue, which I would get paid to do. There are a lot of opportunities to go on training days or pursue skills which will help with my current job. Also not to forget the insane discounts I get because of who I know.

Yes

It's a dream job for many and I'd love to show people that anyone can work at the BBC, you don't need to be a white, higher class, male to work her. even though I am, I can see how many varieties of people actually work here.

Just believe in yourself, you can work here. Be prepared for early mornings and putting in the time to succeed. Just keep applying if you don't hear back, get a note of what you said and try something different next time till you make progress and then build on it.