Assistant Content Producer

BBC; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting corporation is seeking an Assistant Content Producer to curate digital content for diverse audiences. This hybrid role requires knowledge of editorial guidelines, strong writing skills, and the ability to leverage audience data. Ideal candidates should be proficient in digital production tools and passionate about providing high-quality content. Join a dynamic team in MediaCity, Salford, and make an impact on millions of viewers.

Responsibilities

• Curate the content of the BBC including news, sport, and entertainment.
• Select compelling imagery and write promotional copy.
• Ensure content meets editorial, technical, and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and curate time-sensitive content.
• Participate in planning and organisational projects under direction of senior producers.

Skills

Knowledge of BBC editorial guidelines or willingness to learn

Experience creating high-quality digital curations

Strong writing and picture editing skills

Ability to use audience data to inform editorial decisions

Proficiency in IT and digital production tools

Job description

Overview

JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: 12m Fixed Term, Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Homepage Team
LOCATION: MediaCity, Salford – Hybrid

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £28,100 - £35,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience.

Shift working will be required, including weekends and bank holidays, according to rota.

This includes on average 1x4 0700am starts and 1x4 2200pm finishes, approximately 1 in 4 weekends as well as some bank holiday working. This is a 365 role and some Christmas and New Year working is also required. This role is based at MediaCity, Salford and attendance at the office is expected on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We\'re happy to discuss flexible working. If you\'d like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there\'s no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

Job Purpose

Join the BBC Homepage team to help curate digital content seen by millions. As an Assistant Content Producer, you’ll play a key role in selecting and presenting the best of BBC output, ensuring relevance and quality for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities and Impact

• Curate the content of the BBC including news, sport, and entertainment
• Select compelling imagery and write promotional copy
• Ensure content meets editorial, technical, and accessibility standards
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and curate time-sensitive content
• Participate in planning and organisational projects under direction of senior producers

Essential Criteria

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of BBC editorial guidelines or willingness to learn
• Experience creating high-quality digital curations
• Strong writing and picture editing skills
• Ability to use audience data to inform editorial decisions
• Proficiency in IT and digital production tools

Desirable (Not Required)

• Experience working in a digital media environment
• Understanding of accessibility standards
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Experience with BBC content platforms like iPlayer and Sounds

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

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Redeployment

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.