Broadcast Tech Apprentice: Studio & On-Location Operator

BBC; Norwich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent career development

35‑hour week

25 days annual leave (26 for BBC)

Pension scheme

Health care discounts

Training and mentoring

Relocation support

Job summary

The BBC offers a Broadcast Technical Operator apprenticeship, welcoming non-graduates to start a career in live and recorded broadcasting across UK locations. You will study for an industry‑recognised apprenticeship qualification with on‑the‑job learning and support from leading providers.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in camera operations, studio roles, lighting, sound, editing and more, traveling for in‑person blocks and contributing to BBC programmes while working a 35‑hour week.

Qualifications

• No degree required; scheme is aimed at non‑graduates.
• Eligible to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• Willing to travel to learning blocks across the UK as needed.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience across live and recorded broadcasting, including camera ops on location and studio roles.
• Contribute to delivery of high‑quality BBC programmes using broadcast tech and IP systems.
• Develop understanding of how technical production, editorial decisions and audience engagement work together.

Skills

Media passion

Calm under pressure

Curious mind

Organisational skills

Self-starter

Job description

The BBC offers a Broadcast Technical Operator apprenticeship, welcoming non-graduates to start a career in live and recorded broadcasting across UK locations. You will study for an industry‑recognised apprenticeship qualification with on‑the‑job learning and support from leading providers.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in camera operations, studio roles, lighting, sound, editing and more, traveling for in‑person blocks and contributing to BBC programmes while working a 35‑hour week.