Production Specialist

The Bbc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global broadcaster is offering a 13-month Level 3 Production Assistant apprenticeship in Greater London. The role involves working with a creative production team, conducting research, and setting up production workflows. Candidates should have a genuine passion for media and broadcasting, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. Applicants must be 18 years or older and reside in the UK. No CV or cover letter is needed; simply create a candidate profile to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Must reside in the UK and be legally eligible to work full-time.
• No prior learning required, but applicants under 19 must meet GCSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a creative production team to deliver BBC content.
• Conduct accurate research using a wide range of sources.
• Set up and maintain information systems for production.

Skills

Passion for broadcasting and the media industry

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to gather and present information clearly

Transferable strengths and willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Grade 4/C in Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Production Apprentice – BBC Studios, Specialist Factual

BBC Studios is a leading global producer of factual content for the BBC and international broadcasters such as Sky and Channel 4, with recent titles including "Tucci in Italy", "Lucy Worsley Investigates" and "Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty". We offer a 13‑month Level 3 production assistant apprenticeship to support the creation of high‑quality BBC content.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

• Work alongside a highly creative production team to deliver BBC‑Studio content.
• Conduct accurate research within editorial briefs, using a wide range of sources.
• Set up and maintain information systems for production workflows.
• Sourcing and clearing material for broadcast.
• Coordinate with contributors, guests, experts and talent.
• Work on location, in studios, and across BBC offices.
• Follow best practices for health & safety, compliance, and sustainability.

Learning and Development

• Attend learning blocks (up to a week at a time) with our learning provider, including both in‑person and virtual sessions.
• Progress toward an industry‑recognised Level 3 production assistant qualification.

Skills and Eligibility

• Passion for broadcasting and the media industry, especially within Specialist Factual.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Ability to gather and present information clearly.
• Transferable strengths and a willingness to learn professionally.
• Age: 18 + at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Reside in the UK and legally eligible to work full‑time.
• Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
• No prior learning required; however, applicants under 19 must have Maths and English GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent) or achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of the apprenticeship.

How to Apply

• No CV or cover letter required – create a candidate profile and answer a few questions.
• Applications are open only for this apprenticeship; do not apply to multiple adverts simultaneously.
• Applicants must live within commuting distance of the fixed‑term apprenticeship location.

Interested candidates should apply now – no application is closed or expired.