Launch Your Creative Career with the Prime Video Craft Academy - Now Open for Applications with Paid Placements!

The National Film and Television School (NFTS) and Prime Video are excited to announce the re-opening of the Prime Video Craft Academy, offering 25 paid apprenticeships and traineeship placements across the UK!

This one-of-a-kind opportunity, delivered by the National Film and Television School across our London, Cardiff and Glasgow hubs, follows a ‘get paid as you learn’ model.

Trainees receive top-tier training from industry professionals and gain work experience on UK-produced Amazon Original Series or with Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios partners. This year, we’re thrilled to extend bursary funding to applicants from the North of England (Leeds, Manchester, and surrounding areas) to cover accommodation costs during the initial eight-week training stint in Beaconsfield.

Jon Wardle, Director of the National Film and Television School commented: "The Prime Video Craft Academy is an exceptional pathway for aspiring filmmakers and TV production crew to gain invaluable experience and industry knowledge. It not only provides top-tier training but also offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile productions and build a network of industry contacts. We are delighted to re-open for applications and look forward to welcoming a new cohort of talented individuals with a real passion for working within the exciting world of film and television."

Tara Erer, Head of Northern Europe Originals at Amazon MGM Studios added: "We are thrilled to be playing our part in nurturing and diversifying the next generation of TV and film talent. This is the best-in-class training and placement programme where you can kickstart your careers."

Previous trainees and apprentices have had placements on Prime Video productions such as Fear, Clarkson’s Farm Series 4, The Rig, Project Hail Mary, The Devil’s Hour, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Girlfriend, Haven and 007 Road to a Million. They have also worked on productions such as Shetland, Saving Lives, Saltburn, Mr Bates vs The Post Office, Gangs of London and Mudtown. Additionally, a huge number of leading production companies including Firecrest Films, Ricochet, IWC, BBC Studios, Sunbelt Rentals, VI Rental, Orchard Studios, Ventureland and Blast Films have all collaborated with the Prime Video Craft Academy.

Ready to take your first big industry role? Scroll down to discover if the Prime Video Craft Academy is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Traineeships

For those committed to working in the film and television industry and want to learn more about all departments across both scripted and unscripted productions, the Prime Video Craft Academy Traineeship offers 15 places where participants will be given a 12-month paid contract with the NFTS. Throughout their time, the cohort will work on some of the biggest TV productions currently being made in the UK for Prime Video and by trusted partners while being trained and supported by industry professionals at one of the world’s best film schools.

Across the year, trainees will have the opportunity to work across a variety of crafts and begin to develop their skills within a chosen specialism.

Will, a 2023 trainee said; “The NFTS and Prime Video team have found me placements and experience I never thought I’d have, given me world-class training with world-class people, and helped me work out exactly what my future in this industry looks like. It’s been one of the most affirming experiences I’ve ever had.”

Fellow trainee Megan added of her experience; “The Prime Video Craft Academy has given me invaluable, incredible opportunities and more confidence in myself and my abilities.”

For further information and frequently asked questions, prospective applicants can visit our website and apply here: nfts.co.uk/pvca-traineeships

Apprenticeships

For those who have a passion for film and television and possess great organisational skills,  the Prime Video Craft Academy is offering places for eight people based in Beaconsfield (London) and two in the North. Upon successful completion of the placement, participants will be awarded a Level 4 Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship (comparable to a Higher National Certificate (HNC)).

The 10 apprenticeship participants will be given a 15-month contract of employment with the NFTS, gaining hands-on skills, knowledge and experience for industry experts. Apprentices will learn the vital skills needed to become a key member of a Production Management team and will also have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in roles on predominately unscripted UK-based Prime Video and partner productions.

Olu, Year Two apprentice said of his time on the scheme: “The Prime Video Craft Academy has been instrumental in breaking the barrier to entry into Production. The placements in conjunction with the training has prepared me to confidently enter the industry.” 

Fellow apprentice Charlie adds: “The Prime Video Craft Academy apprenticeship has allowed me to learn, network and experience all aspects of the television industry. The industry contacts that I’ve made will help me thrive and propel my career forward.”

Aspiring applicants have until 18 September to apply for one of 25 places available for individuals based in London, Cardiff, Glasgow, and the North of England. For the first time, this incredible opportunity extends to those in Manchester, Leeds and surrounding areas with bursaries available.

For further information and frequently asked questions, prospective applicants can visit our website and apply here: nfts.co.uk/pvca-apprenticeships

Upcoming Open Days

Online Open Days focusing on the traineeships, apprenticeships and each location will be held via Zoom where interested candidates can meet current trainees and will be given the opportunity to ask questions. Sign up for these free events here: nfts.co.uk/events

Don't miss your chance to apply today for the opportunity to work on some of the biggest and most high-profile productions currently being made in the UK for Prime Video!