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1114886
Liverpool John Moores University
19/10/2026
Other - See Job
35 hours per week - 7 weeks
Smart Casual
Pay
£13.45
£1.62
Description
Role
**Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted***
Are you aged 18-21, live in Liverpool and would love a creative job but have no professional experience?
The Andy Taylor Foundation is looking for twelve individuals who are obsessed with social media, love making digital content and dream of turning their creativity into a career, to take part in Foot in the Door Liverpool.
Foot in the Door Liverpool, in collaboration with Liverpool Film Office and Liverpool’s Youth Guarantee Trailblazer scheme, is a full-time, paid seven-week work programme where participants will elevate their digital production skills and gain practical work experience at a real creative business.
The programme consists of three weeks of bespoke training delivered by industry experts, followed by a four-week work placement, where trainees will gain valuable experience in a professional environment.
During training, participants will learn the professional processes for developing, producing and delivering social media content for brands and businesses. They’ll also be challenged to elevate their existing content production skills, delivering professional-quality content to specification and deadline.
The four-week work placement gives the participants the chance to put their new skills into practice in a real business. Placements will vary, but work could include everything from assisting on set, to writing copy for social media posts, conducting audience research, or pitching new content ideas.
Participants will also spend time building their professional portfolio, including developing an industry-standard CV to use when networking.
The creative businesses taking part include: B&M, Hat Trick Productions, LA Productions, Lime Pictures, Little Dot Studios, Big Egg Films, Liverpool Film Office, Liverpool Media Academy (LMA), Sony Pictures, Thrive, ITV's Zoo 55 and others.
Duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary depending on the work placement allocated, but you can expect to be doing any of the following tasks:
- Shooting and editing social media content
- Generating, developing and presenting ideas
- Collaborating with a team to deliver projects on time
- Writing reports, captions and documents
- Supporting colleagues with administrative and organisational tasks
Skills and experience
To be eligible for the Foot in the Door Liverpool, you must be:
- Aged 18-21 (on the 1st September 2026)
- Currently living in an area served by Liverpool City Council (purple bins)
- Currently unemployed and not in training or education
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Be available to work full-time in Liverpool from Monday 19th October 2026 – Friday 4th December 2026
This is an opportunity for those interested in a career in digital content production, marketing and advertising, so while we do not require any qualifications or prior experience, a demonstrable passion for consuming and creating social media content is a must.
If you do not meet all the above criteria, unfortunately we cannot accept your application.
What skills do you need for this opportunity?
- Good team player with a positive attitude
- Strong timekeeping and organisation skills
- Ability to research and generate ideas
- Basic technical skills in content creation (e.g. filming/editing using a mobile phone)
- Knowledgeable about social media platforms
- Confident to speak, ask questions and present ideas
- Desire to work in digital marketing (not film and TV)
Location
Liverpool
Additional information
Can I apply if I don’t live in a Liverpool City Council area?
In order to be eligible, you must live in an area served by Liverpool City Council at the time of application with plans to still be living there in December. Liverpool City Council neighbourhoods are listed here: https://liverpool.gov.uk/council/neighbourhood-areas
If you do not live in one of these neighbourhoods and do not have a purple bin, you are not eligible.
Can I apply if I’m not 18-21?
You must be aged 18-21 during the programme dates to be eligible for the opportunity.
Can I apply if I currently have a job but won’t in October?
You must be currently unemployed to apply for the opportunity.
Can I apply for a specific work placement?
Placements are allocated by Foot in the Door Liverpool based on a candidate’s individual strengths. Applicants do not select which placement they want.
Can I still apply if I am on holiday for some of the course dates?
No, as this is a short-term opportunity, all successful candidates must be available all weekdays from Monday 19th October 2026 – Friday 4th December 2026. If you require any amount of time off during this period, you are not eligible.
How much is it paid?
Trainees will be paid the real living wage £13.45 per hour for 35 hours per week during the programme of 7 weeks. This means you’ll work 7 hours per day with 1 hour for lunch which is unpaid.
What will the working hours be?
Typically your working hours will be 0930-1730 with 1 hour for lunch. Whilst on work experience your start times might vary depending upon which placement company you are with.
Where does the training/placement take place?
The training will take place in central Liverpool city locations on weekdays from Monday 19th October 2026 – Friday 6th November 2026.
Successful candidates will be expected to travel in for training every weekday.
Placement locations are across Liverpool city accessible via public transport. Support for public transport costs is available.
Can I still apply if I don’t use social media?
Foot in the Door Liverpool requires successful candidates to have strong knowledge of social media platforms and demonstrable passion for making content. If you do not use social media, this isn’t the right opportunity for you.
Can I apply if I don’t have lots of followers?
As long as you love social media and can make content you can apply.
What equipment/clothing do I need?
Everything you need for the course will be provided.
What qualifications/experience do I need?
You do not need any qualifications or previous experience in order to apply, but demonstrable knowledge and passion for digital content is required.
I have a question / I need help with my application
If you would like to ask us for reasonable adjustments, or have a question not covered here, please email us unitemps@ljmu.ac.uk
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