Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship

BBC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company is seeking a Junior Production Coordinator Apprentice. This full-time, fixed-term role lasts 17 months and is based in Glasgow. As an apprentice, you will assist with the logistical aspects of production, including setting up shoots and managing budgets. The program is aimed at individuals over 18, with a passion for media and strong organizational skills. No prior qualifications needed, but enthusiasm and problem-solving abilities are essential to thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older by apprenticeship start.
• No prior qualifications needed for application.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the production team with setting up shoots.
• Support budget management and track expenditure.
• Collate information for post-production documentation.

Skills

Brilliant organisational skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communicator

Team player

Resilience

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract Type

Fixed-Term Apprenticeship Full-time for 17 months

Department

Specialist Factual Production

Location

Glasgow - Pacific Quay

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne lyd of the BBC. We make and distribute the world's most sought‑after TVPACKAGE 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.

COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU

Join us as an apprentice at the BBC to give yourself the opportunity to kick‑start your career in a job you'll love. We're committed to your skills and talent development. You'll learn on the job developing your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you while working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.

WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME

Are you a natural organiser with a passion for media? The Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship at the BBC could be your perfect start. You may help with the set‑up of filming on location or in the studio for programmes such as The One Show or schedule crews and freelancers for Women's Hour. No media experience or qualifications needed – just enthusiasm and problem‑solving skills. Whether you're finishing school or changing careers, this hands‑on role offers a pathway into production management at one of the world's leading broadcasters.

To find out more about the schemes we offer you can register to join one of our webinars. The webinar for this scheme takes place on Tuesday 9 December at 6pm. If you're unable to attend or have seen this after that date keep an eye on our playlist on YouTube.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

Specialist Factual Productions within BBC Studios produces premium content in four key genres: History, Arts, Music & Culture. We work with UK broadcasters including the BBC, Sky and Channel 4 as well as international clients such as Disney, Sky Docs and PBS. Recent titles from our unit include Tucci in Italy, Lucy Worsley Investigates, Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty, Disaster At Sea: The Piper Alpha Story, Inside Our ADHD/Dyslexic Minds and Uncanny.

As an apprentice you'll support production teams behind the scenes, helping to bring these stories to life through planning, logistics, and coordination.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

As a Junior Production Coordinator apprentice with Specialist Factual Production, this is a brilliant opportunity to learn, grow and contribute. You may demonstrate the following:

• Assist the production team with setting up shoots, crew bookings, travel logistics, and call sheets
• Support budget management, accurately tracking expenditure
• Collate accurate information to help complete the delivery of post‑production documentation
• Work onEither location in studios and across our BBC offices
• Learn best practices in production management, health & safety compliance, and sustainability

On successful completion, you will be able to apply for roles such as Production Management Assistant, Production Secretary, or Production Coordinator, depending on experience inside and outside of the BBC.

YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY

We're interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world‑class content and operational excellence to our audiences. We're not focused on your qualifications, but rather potential, offering you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience in different ways.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, we would love to hear from you.

• Brilliant organisational skills; Nakne problem‑solving and negotiating
• Great at working with people; a team player and excellent communicator
• Resilient, responsible, and have a calm, focused approach to challenging situations
• Flexible, motivated, and adaptable to the pace of work
• Can manage multiple deadlines and demands on your time
• Enthusiastic, self‑starter, flexible, and adaptable to out‑of‑hours work

This scheme is aimed at non‑graduates. If you have a degree and you're interested in similar roles at the BBC we recommend applying for jobs on the BBC careers site or exploring our other apprenticeship schemes.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC you must:

• Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2026
• Be legally eligible to work full‑time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship
• Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme, whether with the BBC or another organisation
• For candidates under 19 at the start of the apprenticeship, you must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above or National 5 (Scotland) at C or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. If you have not achieved these qualifications you will be required to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of your apprenticeship when you take your end‑point assessment

To apply for this scheme you must also:

• Be passionate about the production management side of making content. If фигур ide emis content side you like about producing content then the Production Apprenticeship will be more suitable for you. Please click here to view the Production Apprentices economy adverts.
• No prior learning is required to apply. If you already have relevant experience or qualifications your individual learning plan may be adjusted to reflect this, meaning you could complete your apprenticeship in less time.

Don't leave yourself wondering what if this could be your chance to be part of something exciting. See yourself thriving in this role. Just click Apply Now!

You’ll create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed.

If you're eligible we will guide Amit through the next steps of the process and what to expect.

This is a fixed‑term apprenticeship – your contract lasts for the duration of the scheme. Once completed you‘ll be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you takeлиси your next step – whether that's at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.

You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based.

Salary: 22,950 GBP

Required Experience: Junior IC

Key Skills: Microsoft Office, Inventory Control, Organizational skills, Computer Skills, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Production Planning, Post Production, ERP Systems, Manufacturing, MRP

Employment Type: Trainee

Vacancy: 1