Creativity Works Application Guidelines

23 August 2020

Please note, you can only fill out one application form and can not apply for Digital Product Design if you're applying for either Creativity Works: Content Production, Photography or Podcasting.

As well as questions you'll need to also upload you CV. Get help brushing up your CV at one of our info sessions or at one of our employment surgeries.

Questions for Creativity Works: Content Production, Photography and Podcasting

1. Please tell us why you are interested in taking part in the following  programmes (up to 300 words):

We want to hear why you want to be a part of a particular Creativity Works training programme mentioned above and if there is another programme you would also like to be considered for as a second option.

All programmes are aimed at individuals who want to learn new things and are curious about exploring different roles in the creative sector.

Your answer could include what you hope to gain from the opportunity, and what you have to bring to the creative sector.

It is helpful to reference the specific programme you have selected and highlight the different aspects of the programme that interest you

2. Please tell us about your favourite piece of creative content and why you love it? This could be photography, podcasting, film/TV or anything else. 

We’re looking for people who are curious and enthusiastic about the different elements of the creative sector. Please use this answer to describe and explain what makes this piece of creative content special for you.

3. Please tell us about your experience being involved in or helping to organise a creative project. 

We’re looking for people who are interested in working on creative projects and exploring new ideas. This could be anything from a school project to a personal passion or hobby.

Questions for Creativity Works: Digital Product Design

1. Please tell us why you are interested in taking part in this programme (max 300 words) 

We want to hear why you want to be a part of this particular training programme. Your answer could include what you hope to gain from the opportunity and what excites you about the digital sector. It is helpful to highlight the different aspects of the programme that interest you.

2. Please tell us about your experience or background in design (max 300 words)

We want to see evidence of your commitment to a career in digital product design. There’s no standard experience or qualification we are looking for, you just need to demonstrate your drive and interest in this career path. For example, you might be self-taught, with no commercial work experience, but can show an understanding of basic design principles, or you may have done a course with General Assembly or similar. You could have a few months of graphic design or digital design experience; or a design related degree or certificate, but no work experience.

3. What problem do you see in London that you would like to help solve, and how would you approach it? (max 200 words)

We’re looking for creative problem solvers who are never satisfied with the status quo and are always seeking optimisation. We’d like to hear about a problem you’ve noticed in London, and your innovative approach to solving it. Think big!