Next Us: Supporting Lambeth NEET Youth (16-24) Into Creative & Digital Careers

Next Us is a year-long programme that aims to support Lambeth residents aged 16 to 24 and not in education, employment or training (NEET) into careers in the Creative and/or Digital sectors.

With 1:1 wraparound support from Creative Link Workers, participants will explore pathways into employment, education and training as well as gain access to paid opportunities including Creative ‘pre-employment’ Bootcamps, guaranteed interviews, internships and work experience placements.

This project is part-funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Eligibility Criteria:

Lambeth resident
16 to 24 years old
Not in Employment, Education or Training

And fall into one or more of the categories below:

Homeless or at risk of homelessness
Care experienced 
Ex-offender
Carer/ex-carer
Refugee
Involved in Substance Misuse 
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Childcare responsibilities

Creative Bootcamps:

Our pre-employment bootcamps are designed to offer young people the opportunity to gain an insight into a specific creative discipline by working to a creative brief, alongside developing the skills necessary to enter the work of work/education. From visits to talks from industry professionals, to support with developing CVs and/or portfolios, the Creative Bootcamps offers an exciting opportunity to learn more about an area of interest or to be introduced to something completely new.

Creative Bootcamps are a 2 week programme and an incentive to participate is provided at £100 per week.

Creative Taster Days:

This is an opportunity to join a creative/digital organisation for the day to gain an insight into careers and opportunities available within the sectors through talks with industry professionals and the opportunity to work on a creative project to get first-hand experience on what it would be like.

This is a 1 day programme where an incentive to participate is provided at £20 for the day.

Internships:

In January 2025, our 6-month internships will start. From roles such as digital marketing and content creation to podcasting and producing, participants will get the opportunity to work with a variety of organisations and learn new skills to kickstart their creative and/or digital careers.

Guaranteed interviews will be offered to applicants who have attended one of the three Creative Bootcamps.

All internships will be for a minimum of 15 hours a week and paid at London Living Wage (£13.15 p/hr).

Work Experience Placements:

Our 20 hour work experience placements allows participants to get a taste of what it’s like to work in the Creative and/or Digital sector with one of community organisations without having to commit to a long period of time. From working in galleries to creative youth organisations, participants will get the opportunity to see what it’s like to explore an area of work they may not have previously considered.

Guaranteed interviews will be offered to applicants who have attended one of the three Creative Bootcamps.

All work experience opportunities are paid at London Living Wage.

Creative Link Workers:

Will offer 1:1 support to all participant who join the programme. From helping them to develop CVs, apply for jobs or education opportunities, to being there as a point of contact should any concerns arise. Creative Link Workers will be there to support participants throughout every step of their journey.

Additional Support Fund:

We understand that there are a variety of barriers that can prevent young people from accessing opportunities that are available. Therefore, we have set up an additional support fund that will cover things such as childcare and travel costs, access needs, help to purchase ID and more. Should any issues arise, just speak to your Creative Link Worker.

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Current Opportunities

Role: 6-month Internship
Title: Marketing Intern
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Hours: 16 hours
Opportunities available: 1
Iconic Steps is a creative agency with a social impact! We deliver high quality digital marketing, advertising and communications services to our clients; we also support and train young people (16-35) from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to increase their opportunities in entering the media industry. Our purpose is to shake up the current dynamic in the creative industry and create a more inclusive, more equal environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Key responsibilities:
- Social Media Management
- Content Creation
- Community Engagement
Closing date: 03 March 2025
To find out more and how to apply – Iconic Steps – Marketing Internship
Role: 6-month Internship
Title: Junior Video Producer Intern
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Hours: 16 hours
Opportunities available: 1
Iconic Steps is a creative agency with a social impact! We deliver high quality digital marketing, advertising and communications services to our clients; we also support and train young people (16-35) from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to increase their opportunities in entering the media industry. Our purpose is to shake up the current dynamic in the creative industry and create a more inclusive, more equal environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Key responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Coordination
- Freelancer Management and Client Management
- Proposal and Pitch Creation
Closing date: 03 March
To find out more and how to apply – Junior Video Producer Intern
Role: 6-month Internship
Title: Content Creator, Videographer and Editor
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Hours: 16 hours
Opportunities available: 2
Find Your Feet CIC (FYF) is a vibrant organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through creative initiatives. We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Content Creator, Videographer, and Editor to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to produce engaging content across a variety of platforms, from podcasts and interviews to social media campaigns, while also supporting customers who use our podcasting services.
In this role, you will be responsible for creating, filming, and editing high-quality content that reflects FYF’s mission. You will produce podcast material, interview individuals on related topics, and develop engaging content for our social media channels. In addition, you will support customers using our podcasting services by filming and editing content for paid projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse projects and build your skills in a supportive, creative environment.
Key responsibilities:
- Content Creation and Editing
- Client Support
- Technical Operations
- Collaborative Projects
Closing date: 28th February 2025
To find out more about the role and how to apply – Find Your Feet Internship
Role: 6-month Internship
Title: Marketing and Communication Assistant
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Hours: 16 hours
Opportunities available: 1
The Brixton BID delivers a number of initiatives to benefit the local business community under the main themes: Enhanced Environment, Safer Day & Night, Better Business and Distinctive Destination.
We are looking for a dynamic and self-motivated Marketing Assistant to support the Digital Marketing and Communication function of Brixton BID, joining our small but dynamic team. You will be required to assist with daily marketing activities and implement the delivery of our
marketing and media strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Research and design
- Social Media engagement
- Support public events
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Jessica Dyer on jessica.dyer@brixtonbid.co.uk.
Your cover letter should be no more than a page and should include:
- Why do you believe you’re the best fit the role
- What you would like to do next
Closing date: 28th February 2025
To find out more about the role – Brixton BID Internship