Waterloo Road Production Development Trainee Scheme 2026/27
A 19-week paid, hands-on trainee scheme for those living in Greater Manchester to work on the BBC's 'Waterloo Road' production, designed for aspiring talent wanting to enter the scripted TV drama sector.
Manchester
Anyone
Entertainment
In-Person
7 August 2026
Last verified: 30 July 2026
About this opportunity
Screen Manchester, Wall to Wall North, and Rope Ladder Fiction are offering a 19-week paid Production Development Trainee Scheme commencing September 2026 on 'Waterloo Road.' Trainees will receive on-the-job training in junior roles, developing practical skills by working directly in departments such as Costume, Hair & Makeup, Art, Assistant Directors, Camera, Sound, and Post Production. The scheme includes a Skills Training Day and interview process. It aims to build a diverse talent pipeline for the UK's TV drama sector.
Who is it for?
Applicants must be 18 years or over, live in Greater Manchester, and be available full-time from September 2026 for 19 weeks. Open access—applications encouraged from all backgrounds.
What you will gain
Practical and valuable on-set experience in a professional TV environment; skills development in specialist departments; mentorship and networking opportunities; paid placement.
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Requirements
Must be 18+, resident in Greater Manchester, available for full-time 19 week engagement from September 2026, and attend an in-person Skills Training Day on 2026-09-09. 10-hour working day. Art Dept applicants should ideally have experience with Adobe and Microsoft software.
How to apply
Stage One: Complete the online application form. Stage Two: Attend an in-person Skills Training Day on 2026-09-09. Stage Three: Selected applicants are interviewed between 2026-09-14 and 2026-09-18. Contracts start week beginning 2026-09-28.
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