Pre-Construction Manager

The Bbc; Arkley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in the UK is seeking a Producer to lead their Star video operation. This role involves overseeing full video production from planning to distribution while managing a diverse team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in content creation and distribution, and a solid understanding of media law. Additionally, this role offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive salary range between £42,800 and £58,500, alongside various benefits including holiday leave and healthcare support.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Paid volunteer leave

Healthcare cash plan

Car lease scheme

Discounts on online marketplace

Qualifications

• Strong track record in fast-paced content creation and distribution.
• Proficiency in filming and editing.
• Experience in people-focused leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage video production teams.
• Collaborate with journalism teams for content distribution.
• Utilise AI tools for storytelling enhancement.

Skills

Content creation and distribution

Filming

Editing

Leadership

Media law knowledge

Tools

Adobe Suite

Job description

Company Overview

Hello, we're Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories and content connect with millions of people where they live - whether that's on their social feed or at their neighbourhood newsstand; through their local community or their take on the hot topic of the day. We're home to more than 120 trusted brands - from household names like the Mirror, Express, Daily Star and Daily Record, to local titles like the Manchester Evening News, MyLondon, BelfastLive and brands making a splash in the US like the Irish Star. It's our ability to understand people and the things that matter to them that makes us the UK and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher. We reach 70% of the UK's online population and speak to over 100 million social followers around the world. And we're just getting started… Your story, with Reach As a modern media organisation, we're much more than just news. And it takes a wide range of people and skills to serve diverse audiences, customers and communities like we do. We know everyone has their own story to tell, so we've built an environment where every background is respected and every day is a day to explore. We'll help you build a career that works with your life, while giving you the space to create and grow.

Position 1: Producer – Star Video Operation

We are looking for a Producer to lead our Star video operation, setting strategy and KPIs with Editors/Video Leads and managing a diverse team with inclusion and wellbeing at its core. Reporting directly to the Video Lead, you will be overseeing full video production from planning to distribution, ensuring platform optimisation, workflow efficiency, and quality compliance.

You’ll also be working hand-in-hand with journalists to help shape breaking news coverage, craft standout original and affiliate content, and harness AI tools to elevate storytelling and audience impact. The successful candidate will be a people leader (managing a Video Editor, Social Video Producer and a Videographer) who fosters a high-performance, trusting culture through fair policies, clear expectations, real‑time feedback and visible change leadership.

Position 2: Senior Social Video Producer

We are looking for a Senior Social Video Producer to help lead social video coverage for the Express, owning end-to-end creation, optimisation and distribution of high-impact, social‑first video content. Reporting directly to the Producer, you will source, shoot and edit, and contribute to the strategy and rollout of new video formats.

Position 3: Pre‑Construction Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Pre‑Construction Manager to join our team within Vistry Services Special Projects team, at our Brentwood office with travel to sites. As our Pre‑Construction Manager, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating all pre‑construction activities, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities (all roles)

• Lead and manage video production teams, setting clear KPIs and ensuring high‑quality output.
• Collaborate with journalism teams to produce and distribute news‑relevant content across platforms.
• Utilise AI tools and new technologies to enhance storytelling effectiveness and audience engagement.
• Maintain compliance with media law, editorial standards and organisational policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in production workflows and technology adoption.

Key Qualifications (all roles)

• Strong track record in fast‑paced content creation and distribution.
• Proficiency in filming, editing and the Adobe Suite.
• Experience in people‑focused leadership, building high‑performance teams.
• Solid knowledge of media law and newsroom operations.
• Adaptability to changing business and technology needs.

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), with an extra day after 3, 5 and 10 years. Option to buy extra holiday.
• An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big Moment Day – an extra day's paid leave for a significant personal event (e.g., marriage, move, new addition).
• Bonus scheme – stake in success and opportunity to add to annual earnings.
• Pension match up to 6% of salary, with salary sacrifice option.
• Progressive people policies – enhanced family leave, flexible work, inclusion initiatives.
• Healthcare cash plan – money back for medical expenses and quick access to appointments.
• Car lease scheme – lease a brand‑new electric or hybrid car through salary sacrifice.
• 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Discounts: 15% off on Reach's online marketplace, Yimbly.
• Interest‑free loans for season tickets and technology.

Job Details

• JOB BAND: D
• CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full‑time
• DEPARTMENT: BBC News
• LOCATION: London
• PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £42,800 – £58,500 (dependent on relevant skills, knowledge and experience)