RESET 2025: Dreaming of a career in animation, visual effects (VFX), or games? A unique opportunity has landed in Scotland, offering paid, hands-on traineeships starting in July 2025 – even if you have no existing industry experience.
This is the RESET 2025 programme, funded by Screen Scotland via the BFI National Lottery Skills Cluster Fund and delivered by TRC Media. It’s your chance to join Scotland’s world-renowned creative community, getting paid the Real Living Wage (currently £12.60 per hour) while you learn on the job for eight months. You’ll secure a fixed-term contract directly with a leading Scottish host company.
RESET isn’t just a placement; it’s a career launchpad. You’ll gain invaluable industry experience and benefit from bespoke training delivered by TRC. This tailored programme, which mixes online and in-person sessions, is designed to fast-track your transition, equipping you with industry-critical skills in production, software, teamwork, and more.
Is This Your Chance to RESET Your Career?
The RESET Traineeship specifically seeks passionate, motivated individuals ready to dive into a new challenge. Worried you don’t have the ‘right’ background? RESET is designed for people keen to transfer existing skills and experience from any sector (like retail, hospitality, admin, events etc.) into these exciting creative industries. Your potential and passion are what matter most.
Key Eligibility Highlights:
- Age: 18+ (no upper age limit – career changers and returners welcome!)
- Location: Must live in Scotland and have the right to work in the UK (Placements likely mix remote/office work).
- Education: Cannot be in full-time education from July 2025. No specific degree needed, though relevant qualifications are welcome.
- Experience: No prior animation, VFX, or games experience required (though a passion for these areas is key!)
Reset champions inclusion and diversity, strongly encouraging applications from under-represented groups. Application and interview support is available if needed.
Find Your Fit: Explore the Trainee Roles (July 2025 – March 2026)
One application form lets you apply for any roles that excite you. Opportunities include:
- Animation Assistant (2D): (Stirling) Bring 2D characters and assets to life; ideal if you have a foundation or passion for 2D animation.
- 2D VFX Producer (Trainee): (Glasgow) Step into production coordination for 2D VFX; great for organised communicators with some post-production awareness.
- CG Assistant: (Stirling) Dive into the 3D pipeline, preparing scenes in Maya/Unreal or contributing to interactive projects in Unity.
- Artist/Assistant Animator: (Remote) Animate characters or create art assets for games, developing your portfolio with a supportive team.
- Creative Technology Design Assistant: (Glasgow) Explore AI and real-time engines (Unity/Unreal) for innovative projects; perfect for curious tech-creatives.
- Production Co-ordinator/Assistant: (Location TBC) Be the organisational heart of a studio, supporting teams, managing resources, and helping operations run smoothly.
(Full role descriptions available via the application portal)
Already An Experienced Professional?
Looking to advance an existing industry career? This Trainee programme isn’t for you. Please seek out the separate Reset: Level Up Info Pack for Junior role opportunities.
Ready to Hit Reset? Apply Now!
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to get paid while launching your creative career in Scotland. Host companies will shortlist and interview candidates.
- Application Deadline: Monday 5th May, 5pm.
- Apply Via: TRC Media
- Placement Dates: July 2025 – March 2026.
- Queries & Support: Contact TRC: projectmanager@trcmedia.org
Seize this chance – visit the link and apply today.
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