Media Trust is the UK’s leading communications charity we work with the media organisations to empower charities; communities and young people to have their voices heard. 

Our corporate members include; BBC, Channel 4, Daily Mail and General Trust, Google, Guardian Media Group, IPC Media, ITV plc, MTV UK, News International and Sky, 

Our Youth Mentoring initiative enables media professionals to share practical skills with disadvantaged 13-25 year olds working on media projects.

Youth Mentoring is part of a partnership between Media Trust and The Jack Petchey Foundation

We’re looking for media professionals based in London and Essex with skills in animation, DV camera operation, scriptwriting, directing, producing, editing, journalism, photography and radio production.

The amount of time you volunteer as a youth mentor is totally up to you and shaped around your availability. There's no need to commit until you find something that's right for you. Whatever time you can contribute, your expertise and experience will have a real impact.

Apply now by completing our simple online application form

Once you have signed up you can attend a free Youth Mentor training session to give you a greater understanding of what to expect and what is required.

Next training dates: Tuesday 3rd July and Tuesday September 4th

Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Media Trust office - 4th Floor, Block A, Centre House, Wood Lane, London W12 7SB

Please email Jessica Odubayo with any enquiries jessicao@mediatrust.org

Watch a short video about Media Trust and what we do.