FORMATLAB 2023 APPLICATION FORM |
FormatLab aims to create the next wave of Entertainment Development talent for Scotland. It is a paid nine month traineeship and will include training sessions, workshops, expert mentoring and industry placements within the Development team of a Scottish independent television production company.
This is NOT a job in production. Rather than making the shows, your role in Development will be coming up with, shaping, refining and pitching fantastic brand new non-scripted TV formats. Non-scripted shows include Quiz/Game shows, Reality, Makeover, Dating, Competition shows and lots more.
Previous experience in the television industry is not required as FormatLab seeks to recruit 'ideas people' from a wide variety of sectors and backgrounds. However, to be eligible you will:
Previous experience in the television industry is not required as FormatLab seeks to recruit 'ideas people' from a wide variety of sectors and backgrounds. However, to be eligible you will:
- Have a demonstrable love of non-scripted television, with a particular passion for game, quiz, talent and/or reality shows.
- Have a good awareness of the television landscape (ie. knowledge of what's popular at the moment, what has not done so well...)
- Be an 'ideas person', full of enthusiasm and bubbling with fresh ideas.
- Be able to participate in and commit to this development training programme for nine months from May 2023.
We are looking for diversity of voice, insights and experience. Be expressive in your application and show us who you are.
TRC strives to be an inclusive organisation committed to equality and fairness for all. If you require support with your application or if you wish to submit a short video application instead, please e-mail lynne.cowie@trcmedia.org.
If you have any questions please check our web page or email: lynne.cowie@trcmedia.org
The deadline for applications is Friday 17th March (5pm).
The deadline for applications is Friday 17th March (5pm).
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