TV Training programme: Scotland

A TV show shooting in Scotland is recruiting up to 18 trainees, across various departments. Trainees will learn from some of the finest technicians and creatives working in the film and television industry. The experience of training within in a real filming environment will create a strong platform for trainees to embark on successful careers within the sector.

This training programme is supported by Screen Scotland, and by the  ScreenSkills High-end TV Skills Fund with contributions from UK high-end TV productions.

Who it's for

The training programme supports diversity and encourages applications from across all sections of the community. No formal qualifications are required, however applicants must:

• Be normally resident in Scotland (the production base is Cumbernauld)
• Be eligible to work in the UK
• Be over 18 years old
• Have a basic understanding of the film and television industry, preferably with relevant work experience
• Have no more than 6 months paid experience within the department they are applying to
• Full clean driving licence (this is essential for some roles; please review the criteria carefully)

If you experience any problems completing your application, or require any access support please email: tvtrainingprogramme@gmail.com

What it covers

All trainees will attend an induction course at the start of their placement and undertake a series of training courses during their time on the show. Trainees also participate in a shadowing scheme where trainees will gain experience from other departments. 

You will have a training plan and there will also be regular meetings with supervisors to support your development. 

We ask trainees to make the most of every opportunity presented to them and expect them to be proactive in their own development and learning.

Trainees will be paid salaries between £605.00 and £756.25 per week (inclusive of holiday pay), depending on the role.

Roles

Find out more details on the available roles and apply:

• Accounts trainee 
• Art department trainee 
• Assistant director trainee 
• Camera and video trainee 
• Carpenter trainee 
• Costume trainee 
• Crowd make-up trainee 
• Greens trainee 
• Lighting trainee 
• Locations trainee 
• Plastering trainee  
• Production trainee 
• Props trainee 
• Scenic painting trainee 
• Set decoration trainee  

How to apply

Please click 'apply now' or on any of the available roles above to be taken to the relevant application form. Applications are managed by a third party and are not the responsibility of ScreenSkills.

Deadline for applications: 12:00 midnight on Monday 21 April 2025 

Interviews: in weeks beginning Monday 12, 19 and 26 May 2025

Placements commence: various dates between 26 May – 16 June; please refer to individual roles for details

Induction training days: Thursday 12 and Friday 13 June 2025

The traineeship is for a fixed term (approximately 6 months, but exact dates vary depending on the role) and does not guarantee employment beyond the placement. The focus of the training programme is to prepare trainees to enter a freelance environment.

Contact information

Email: tvtrainingprogramme@gmail.com