18 to 30-year-olds in Greater Manchester invited to apply for new digital skills training programme

A new digital skills training programme has launched for 18 to 30-year-olds in Greater Manchester with limited access to education and employment opportunities.

Backed by Sky and MAMA Youth Project, the six-week digital media skills programme aims to help underprivileged young people gain free access to in-demand skills. Following the training, participants also benefit from a further six months of support from a professional talent manager, mentoring and access to apply for jobs with industry partners such as Sky.

Applications are now open for the programme, which will take place at the University Academy 92 in Old Trafford from July. 

Participants will finish the training with a working knowledge of the multi-disciplinary skills required for employment in the industry. In addition to digital skills needed for the production, participants will also gain CV tailoring skills, interview technique advice, career mentorship and peer networking opportunities.

Sky’s Group CEO, Dana Strong said:

“Sky’s partnership with MAMA Youth is focused on unlocking opportunities for young people in Manchester. The digital media training programme helps young people to gain the vital skills required to get started and succeed in the media industry.

“I’m proud of our partnership with MAMA Youth and that Sky supports young people to fulfil their potential.”

MAMA Youth Project, CEO and founder, Bob Clarke said:

“I am delighted that this much needed inspiring initiative has launched in Manchester, thanks to our partnership with Sky, whose support we are extremely grateful for. I encourage media companies across the Greater Manchester area to get in touch to discuss creating paid placements for young people who need the skills training and support to secure opportunities in the media industry.

“We have ambitions to launch this programme across the UK and Manchester is only the start.”

Applications to the programme can be made via the MAMA Youth website and close on 30th May.