Broadcast Technical Operator Apprentice (Level 3)

BBC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour week

25 days annual leave

BBC Academy training

Relocation support

Job summary

The BBC Apprenticeship offers a hands-on entry into broadcasting, where you will learn on the job and work towards an industry-recognised qualification with one of our learning providers.

You will gain experience across live and recorded broadcasting, including camera work, studio roles, directing, lighting, editing and graphics, while studying with the National Film and Television School. This scheme is aimed at non-graduates and includes travel for in-person learning blocks.

Qualifications

• Passion for media content and the technical production side of how that content reaches the audience.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Fascination with how things work.
• Excellent organisational skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience across live and recorded broadcasting, including camera operations on location, studio-based roles, directing, lighting, editing, and graphics.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality content using broadcast technologies for regional and national BBC programmes.
• Develop understanding of how technical production, editorial decisions and audience engagement shape content across TV, digital and online.

Skills

Passion for media content

Calm under pressure

Curious about how things work

Strong organizational skills

Self-starter and adaptable

Job description

The BBC Apprenticeship offers a hands-on entry into broadcasting, where you will learn on the job and work towards an industry-recognised qualification with one of our learning providers.

You will gain experience across live and recorded broadcasting, including camera work, studio roles, directing, lighting, editing and graphics, while studying with the National Film and Television School. This scheme is aimed at non-graduates and includes travel for in-person learning blocks.