Since 1982, we’ve been using creativity to make a real impact. Take our work for Justice4Grenfell, which helped raise awareness for the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire. Even our logo, the black sheep, represents the power of difference – because when the world zigs, we zag.
Our Homegrown internship programme is a great way to start. It’s a paid, six-month placement in production, strategy, and account management. No previous experience in advertising needed – we just want creative people who aren’t afraid to be themselves.
1. Curiosity – a hunger for knowledge
2. Problem-solving – finding creative ways around challenges
3. Proactivity – always thinking of new opportunities
1. People skills – building relationships and understanding what drives others
2. Leadership – setting the pace and motivating the team
3. Organisation – staying on top of tasks and planning ahead
4. Communication – keeping everyone informed and managing expectations
1. Good taste – knowing what takes something from a 7 to a 10
2. People skills – building strong relationships
3. Communication – keeping everyone in the loop
4. Organisation – delivering projects on time and on budget
You’ll also have access to BBH’s incredible people and all the perks of agency life (free breakfast and coffee, anyone?). At the end of the internship, depending on your performance, there may be an opportunity to accept a permanent role. It’s your opportunity to kickstart your career – you get out what you put in.
(Note: Homegrown is not a creative placement scheme. For creative roles, check out The Barn.)
After three months, you’ll have a review. If successful, you’ll choose a discipline for the final 3 months, where you’ll get hands-on experience in that role.
Homegrown is about discovering if advertising and BBH are the right fit for you.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, as part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion in our hiring process.
You must be 18+ and have the right to work in the UK.
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Homegrown is open to any applicants over the age of 18.
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No previous experience or specific qualifications are required to take part in the programme.
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No, unfortunately we cannot sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK
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All required equipment will be provided to you upon offer of the placement.
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We will be running more cohorts in following years! Keep your eyes peeled! 👀
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The placement will be predominantly at our London offices on Kingly Street in Soho from 9.15-5.30pm, Monday - Friday. The agency is currently operating a hybrid working model whereby 4 days a week are in the office and one day a week can be worked from home (usually Friday), depending on your team’s requirements.
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We pay a competitive starting salary of £28,850 per annum, paid pro rata.
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We believe that you will have the best experience if you dedicate your energy and commitment to the programme full-time. We have flexible working arrangements in place for those with extenuating circumstances which can be discussed as part of your interview.
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Following the programme, Homegrowners are actively encouraged to apply for any open roles we have in the agency, suitable to their level of experience. However, we cannot guarantee a job at the end of your placement. This is why the programme is a 6-month paid contract.
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We will be accepting a maximum of 4 people for this year’s cohort.
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All future opportunities will be posted on our LinkedIn page, so please keep an eye on this for updates. You can also apply for work experience via work.experience@bartleboglehegarty.com.
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Salaries range based on experience, skills and seniority.
We encourage applicants to download the latest Major Players Creative Industries Salary Census to see salary ranges in different roles.
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Each department has their own titles but broadly, you can expect to start out as a junior [producer/strategist/account executive], progressing to mid-weight, senior and then director.
Each department also has a head of discipline (‘Head of Strategy’) as well as a Chief discipline Office (‘Chief Production Officer’).
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Benefits and training differ agency to agency.
At BBH we offer a range of benefits including 28 days paid annual leave pro-rata, access to our in-house GP, beautician, agency socials, culture club initiatives (Easter egg hunt! Drag quiz night!), twice monthly free lunches, barista coffee and daily breakfast.
Within BBH we follow the 70:20:10 model: 70% of learning comes through on the job experience. 20% through exposure to mentoring. 10% through formal training programmes.
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BBH partner with Self Space, a therapy provider that helps colleagues thrive at work and reach their potential through group workshops.
BBH also partner with NABS, the advertising industry's wellbeing charity, who support emotional & mental health, whatever your role, situation or background through coaching.