ITV Apprentice- Project Manager ITV Careers

Workplace: London, White City

Department: Content, Supply and Distribution

Working pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days in the office, 1-2 at home)

Duration: 24 months (This is a full time role from Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours per week)

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Qualification: L4 Project Management

The team: Content Supply and Distribution (CS&D) is a key group within ITV’s Media & Entertainment business that is responsible for managing ITV’s content and data from source to screen across linear broadcast and online streaming supply chains. The Content Supply Technology (CST) team develops and maintains the underpinning technology products, data and platforms, supported along the way by business analysis, architecture and delivery management experts.

The role:

• Support Senior Project Managers and the wider Content Supply & Distribution (CS&D) delivery team to ensure projects are delivered smoothly and on time.
• Coordinate day-to-day project activity, including progress tracking, scheduling, and capacity planning.
• Prepare and maintain core project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and risk and issue logs.
• Organise and manage project meetings, setting agendas, capturing actions, and tracking ownership.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders to provide updates, manage expectations, and support strong working relationships.
• Collect and analyse project data to contribute to accurate and timely status reporting.
• Support the identification, tracking, and mitigation of project risks and issues.
• Assist with monitoring project costs against approved budgets.
• Contribute to lessons learned, retrospectives, and ongoing improvements to delivery processes.

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria):

• A keen interest in television.
• Well organised with good time management.
• Be proactive and use own initiative.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Descriptive and an originality portrayed within the set application questions.

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria):

• A Passion for Media & Technology: A genuine interest in how television content is delivered to audiences and a curiosity about the technology that powers “source to screen” workflows.
• Logical & Analytical Mindset: The ability to break down a complex problem into smaller steps and use structured reasoning to find a solution.
• Appetite for Continuous Learning: A proactive desire to learn and keep pace with emerging tools, techniques and technologies.
• Strong Organisational Skills: Excellent time management with the ability to balance technical tasks with the 20% off-the-job training and study requirements of the apprenticeship.
• Collaborative Communicator: Effective verbal and written communication skills, with a “team-first” attitude and a willingness to share ideas.
• Attention to Detail: A rigorous approach to tasks, from detailed process documentation to quality assurance, ensuring our supply chain remains robust.
• Self-Starter Mentality: The initiative to explore new tools and ask “why” or “how” to better understand ITV’s complex ecosystem of data and content.

Eligibility/Entry Criteria:

As this is a Level 4 Apprenticeship, we require you to have/be predicted to achieve the below qualifications: GCSE Grades (or equivalent) C/4 or above in English and Maths plus 2 other subjects and a minimum of a pass at Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification.

There is no upper age limit to an Apprenticeship; we would encourage applications from anyone leaving school, to looking for a career change and also ex-military.

At ITV, we appreciate the use of technology for research during the application process. We understand that AI tools, including ChatGPT, can be valuable resources. However, we value authenticity and expect applicants to showcase their own thoughts and experiences.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits for Apprentices including:

• Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life.
• In the Bag – Save money whenever you shop online and in store at over 850 retailers.

What’s next? Applications can be made for this scheme online. However, if you require this information in an alternative format, please contact talkingcareers@itv.com.