Assistant Producer (AP)

BBC Studios; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

BBC Studios' Scam Interceptors in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Assistant Producer to join our team on a freelance basis. You will be proactive, highly organized, with strong research skills and editorial judgement, focusing on contributor casting and welfare.

You will help develop investigations, conduct background research, fact-check, and assist the team in delivering impactful stories that expose scams and protect the public. A willingness to appear on camera is key.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Producer on factual, consumer or current affairs programming.
• Strong research and investigative skills.
• Excellent contributor management and communication skills.
• Good editorial judgement and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a quick turnaround production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing investigations and background research.
• Fact-check and verify information for accuracy.
• Help deliver impactful stories that expose scams and protect the public.
• Participate in contributor casting and welfare as part of production.
• Willingness to appear on camera when required.

Skills

Research skills

Investigative skills

Contributor management

Editorial judgement

Communication skills

Ability to work under tight timelines

Job description

BBC Studios' Scam Interceptors is looking for an experienced Assistant Producer to join our Glasgow hub on a freelance basis. We're looking for a proactive and highly organised AP with strong research skills, excellent editorial judgement, and a keen eye for detail. The role has a huge focus on contributor casting and welfare so comparable experience is essential. You’ll also help develop investigations, conduct background research, fact-check, and help the team deliver impactful stories that expose scams and protect the public. A willingness to appear on camera is key.

Key Requirements

• Experience as an Assistant Producer on factual, consumer or current affairs programming
• Strong research and investigative skills
• Excellent contributor management and communication skills
• Good editorial judgement and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a quick turnaround production environment

BBC Studios is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.