TV Champions

with Everyone TV

Our mentorship programme with Everyone TV will give you a unique behind-the-scenes insight into the company that runs the UK’s free-to-air TV platforms Freely, Freeview and Freesat, watched by over 15 million UK households. biggest TV platform.

A TV Champions mentor will help you grow your understanding of the professional media world, build your network in the space, and develop key skills to help you on your journey.

Who is this programme for?

TV Champions is a free 16-week-long mentorship programme for young creatives interested in getting into the television and digital media industries. From commercial and technical operations to, marketing and communications, Everyone TV offers insights into a range of functions across the TV sector.

This programme can help you: 

  • Learn more about the creative industry

  • Explore the different roles available

  • Build your professional network

  • Expand your portfolio 

  • Develop key skills required to pursue your career

Who are Everyone TV?

Everyone TV runs the UK’s free-to-view TV platforms, Freeview and Freesat, and now Freely. 

Everyone TV and is leading free TV’s evolution for a streaming age through the creation of their new Freely service which has recently launched on smart TVs in 2024, bringing aggregated live channels and free on-demand content to UK viewers over the internet for the first timefor the/ streaming age..

Freeview is the UK’s largest TV platform, watched in over 15 million UK households. Freeview Play, their live and on-demand TV services, is used on five million devices. Freesat serves 1.5 million homes carrying over 170 channels and offering linear TV over satellite and on-demand content over the internet.

Everyone TV is a joint venture which is owned and supported by the UK’s leading public service broadcasters (PSBs) - BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. They are not-for-profit and funded directly by their members, and revenues from a range of commercial activities

Who will my mentor be?

Mentors on this programme will be staff members from Everyone TV. Previous mentors from this programme have included:

  • Head of Product Development

  • Brand Marketing Manager

  • Operations Engineer

  • Senior Product Manager

All of our matches are bespoke, you will be matched with a mentor who aligns with the skills and ambitions you are looking to develop.

They may not always have the same job you wish to apply to in the future, but they will have the knowledge, expertise and network to help support you over the course of the mentorship programme.

What you’ll receive

16 weeks
of mentoring

One-to-one mentoring from your mentor.

Flexible options for meeting times

In person and virtual available.

A Showcase event to celebratE

Present your work and network with your cohort.

Ongoing access to our network

Connect and share with our alumni.

  • My expectations of the programme were met over and beyond. Me and my mentor worked on a variety of things: CV, interview prep, personal goals, personal branding, social media marketing experience, building my creative portfolio, networking and presenting skills.

    Francesca Crawford, Mentee alumni

  • I learned a lot and I’m grateful for the opportunity. I will never forget it and it was something different that I got to experience. I will use this experience as a way to meet new people and enhance my communication skills. The industry I want to get into is competitive so having a mentor to guide me and offer more insight has helped.

    Mentee alumni

  • I didn't expect to get on so well with my mentor, and the results were more than I could ever want. I learned a-lot about myself, who I am as a creative, my work ethic, who I want to be and where I see myself in 5 years, it’s the perspective I needed after being lost for a long time. I think building relationship with my mentor was the best part for me, he keeps me accountable but also never makes me do anything that doesn't make overall sense which is what I need.

    Mentee Alumni

The Application Process

  • 1. Apply online

    Find a programme that’s right for you and apply online. If you’re unsure you can select “all programmes” and we will match you on the best fit.

  • 2. Interview

    If you meet our eligibility criteria, you’ll be invited to an interview where we will ask questions to help us match you with a mentor.

  • 3. Induction

    If you’re successful, you’ll be invited to a session to onboard you to the programme, set some goals, and give you all the information you need.

  • 4. Meet Your Mentor

    After your induction, you’ll meet your mentor at a mixer session. From then you’ll meet one another (in person or online) for an hour every fortnight.

  • 5. Check In

    You’ll have a dedicated Programme Manager who will be on hand if you have any questions and check in to see how your mentoring is going.

  • 6. Showcase

    At the end of the programme, you’ll be able to celebrate with the rest of your cohort at your Showcase where you have the chance to present your work and connect with other people on the programme.

application requirements

To apply for TV Champions you must be:

✅ Aged between 18-25 years old when the programme begins

✅ Live in the UK

✅ Meet our eligibility criteria

✅ Are keen to learn more about the TV and digital media industries

programme dates

Application deadline: 24th April 2025

Interview dates: 6th & 7th May 2025 (Online)

Mentee inductions (online): 28th May 2025 (In person)
Mentee inductions (in person): 3rd June 2025 (In person)

Showcase: 24th September 2025 (In person)

Questions?

Check out our FAQs or get in touch.