Digital Assistant Producer (Silent Witness)

BBC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Birmingham is seeking a Digital Assistant Producer for the Silent Witness team. The successful candidate will engage audiences through innovative social media campaigns and content creation across multiple platforms. Ideal applicants will have proven experience in broadcast production and a passion for TV drama, particularly Silent Witness. This full-time role offers a competitive salary package ranging from £35,000 to £40,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Digital AP or Social Media Executive within broadcast production.
• Confident self-shooter and editor with technical proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of TV drama, particularly Silent Witness.

Responsibilities

• Create scroll-stopping social campaigns on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
• Craft tailored content to engage Silent Witness audiences.
• Analyze audience insights to optimize future content strategies.

Skills

Digital AP

Self-shooter

Social Media Strategy

Creative Campaign Development

Content Management

Tools

Adobe Suite

Sony FX3

Final Cut Pro

Job description

JOB DETAILS

JOB TITLE: Silent Witness Digital AP

CONTRACT TYPE: 9-month fixed term contract full time

DEPARTMENT: BBC Studios Drama Productions (Silent Witness)

LOCATION

The Bond Digbeth (West Midlands)

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 35000 - 40000 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. London weighting may be applicable.

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the worlds most sought-after TV audio and digital content.

Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful entertaining and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

BBC Ones multi-award-winning crime drama Silent Witness is seeking a digitally savvy Assistant Producer with strong self-shooting skills to join the team. Youll create bold behind-the-scenes content and deliver standout social campaigns that attract new audiences and keep fans engaged. Working closely with the Drama Digital Team youll help evolve this iconic brand across Instagram TikTok and YouTube - ensuring every piece of content is adventurous on-trend and true to the Silent Witness DNA.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

This is your chance to shape the future of a flagship drama through creativity and innovation. Youll spot trends before they break craft compelling content and turn insights into impact. Every day brings fresh challenges and the opportunity to make your mark. If youve got 12 years experience in a similar role and thrive on bold ideas this is your moment.

Were ready to examine the evidence - apply now and make your mark before the case goes cold!

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Create scroll-stopping social campaigns on platforms like TikTok Instagram X and YouTube that grab attention and spark conversations.
• Craft fun tailored content that really connects with Silent Witness audiences and keeps them engaged.
• Tap into audience insights and trending moments to shape a smart forward-thinking content plan.
• Build strong trusted relationships with production teams cast and crew; ensuring easy access and collaboration.
• Tailor content to various social media platforms using expert technical knowledge to ensure smooth processes and maximum impact.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Proven experience as a Digital AP or Social Media Executive within broadcast production ideally in scripted content.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency as a confident self-shooter and editor (e.g. Sony FX3) with a track record of creating high-quality social media content using smartphones Adobe Suite and audio / video editing tools.
• Established expertise in social media strategy including platform trends audience insights digital revenue opportunities and awareness of industry developments and competitor activity.
• Evidence of creative campaign development generating innovative social media content ideas that drive engagement and align with brand objectives.
• Strong knowledge and passion for TV drama particularly Silent Witness and its storylines and characters and ability to evolve it for multi-platform multi-device audiences.
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret data to measure campaign performance using insights to optimize future content strategies.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Key Skills

Archives Management, Assistant Producer, Pegasystems, Content Management Systems, Post Production, Administrative Experience, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Video production, Content Management, Content Strategy, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 35000 - 40000