Broadcast Tech Operator Apprenticeship

BBC Group; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The BBC Group in Tunbridge Wells is offering a fixed-term, full-time Level 3 Broadcast and Media Systems Technical Operator Apprenticeship. You will learn on-the-job and work toward a recognised apprenticeship qualification with an approved learning provider.

As an entry-level scheme, it welcomes non-graduates and includes on-site training across broadcast environments, with opportunities to develop skills in camera ops, studio roles, lighting, editing, and more.

Qualifications

• Passionate about media content and the technical production side of how that content reaches the audience.
• Can work calmly under pressure.
• Fascinated by how things work.
• Brilliant organisational skills and are great at problem-solving.
• Enthusiastic self-starter, flexible and adaptable to out-of-hours working.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience across all aspects of live and recorded broadcasting, including camera operations on location, studio-based technical roles, directing, lighting, editing, and graphic design for regional and national BBC programmes.
• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality content for BBC shows, using advanced broadcast technologies such as satellite trucks and IP systems for outside broadcasts.
• Develop a strong understanding of how technical production, editorial decisions, and audience engagement work together to shape compelling content across TV, digital, and online platforms.

Skills

Media production

Under pressure

Curiosity

Organisation

Self-starter

Job description

The BBC Group in Tunbridge Wells is offering a fixed-term, full-time Level 3 Broadcast and Media Systems Technical Operator Apprenticeship. You will learn on-the-job and work toward a recognised apprenticeship qualification with an approved learning provider.

As an entry-level scheme, it welcomes non-graduates and includes on-site training across broadcast environments, with opportunities to develop skills in camera ops, studio roles, lighting, editing, and more.