Production Apprenticeship Level 3

BBC; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Cardiff offers a fixed-term apprenticeship in Production for non-graduates. You will work on the multi-award-winning series Casualty, learning about various aspects of post-production. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and have a passion for drama and editing. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Digital and Creative Media.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Employability training

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individual willing to learn and work as part of a team.
• Keen interest in editing and processing using various editing packages.

Responsibilities

• Work with technical aspects of rushes management.
• Assist in the workflow of the post-production department.
• Learn about associated schedules, credits, and clearances.

Skills

Teamwork

Editing

Passion for Drama

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship Full-time for 13 months

Location: Cardiff - Roath Lock

WE AREBBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s 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.

COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU

Join us as an apprentice at BBC Studios to give yourself the opportunity to kick-start your career in a job that matches your skills and talent 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

This is your chance to launch a career at the very heart of British content for individuals with a passion to find out how we make content and bring ideas on your placement. You could be working behind the scenes on exciting productions from gripping dramas to the thrill of live radio and gain a recognised qualification while learning on the job. This is your opportunity to widen your production knowledge while working on content that matters to millions.

To find out more about the scheme you can rewatch a recording of our recent webinar via our playlist on YouTube here.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

Based in Roath Lock Wales you will be working on the long-running multi-award winning Saturday night drama series Casualty. Working in the Post Production Department you’ll gain an overview of the complete workings of this busy and varied department.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

As a Production apprentice this is a brilliant opportunity to learn, grow and contribute you could be:

• Working with technical aspects of rushes management
• Gaining an understanding and assisting in the workflow of the department which includes fine cut, reviews, visual effects, grade, dub and delivery
• Learning about the associated including schedules, credits and clearances

You'll be learning both on and off the job. This means that as well as learning on your placement at the BBC you’ll also attend learning blocks (a week or two at a time) with our learning provider working towards an industry recognised qualification Level 3 Diploma in Digital and Creative Media. Learning blocks will be delivered in‑person.

For more information on this apprenticeship framework you will be studying please visit this link.

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; instead we look for potential and offer you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience to work in different ways.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences along with transferable strengths we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. We are looking for:

• An enthusiastic individual that is willing to learn and work as part of a team
• A keen interest in all the editing, processing and understanding of various editing packages
• A passion for Drama

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 at the BBC careers site or having a look at 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
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship
• 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
• No prior learning required to apply>For candidates under the age of 19 years at 8th September 2026: To complete the apprenticeship you must have achieved Essential Skills Wales Level 2 in: Communication and Application of Number within the first 12 months of the apprenticeship.
  READY TO APPLY

  Don’t leave yourself wondering what if this could be your chance to be part of something exciting. See yourself thriving in this!

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

  If you’re eligible we’ll guide you through the next steps of the process and what to expect.

  You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based. Interested in a different location? Check out our other adverts – but please only apply to one.

  This is a fixed contract lasts for the duration of the scheme.

  During your apprenticeship you’ll be supported with career development, employability training and networking opportunities to help you take your next step – whether that’s at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry. PRA26

  Key Skills Access Control System, Fabrication, Instrument Maintenance, Document Control, Chemical, Courier Delivery

  Employment Type: Trainee

  Experience: years

  Vacancy: 1

  Production Apprenticeship Level 3 BBC Studios Scripted Drama Casualty Post Production • Cardiff, Wales, UK