Senior Content Producer - Religion, Science and Arts

ENGINEERINGUK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Content Producer to lead the creation of engaging radio content for BBC Radio Wales. This role offers the opportunity to oversee innovative programming in religion, arts, and science, ensuring high-quality content delivery across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of Welsh society's cultural context. With excellent career progression opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is perfect for those passionate about media and storytelling.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on health and dental memberships

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Strong interest and knowledge of theology and major world faiths.
• Proven leadership in speech radio production and technical oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a production team for various programmes.
• Devise and produce distinctive digital and audio content.

Skills

Theology knowledge

Leadership in speech radio production

Journalistic skills

Planning and organizational skills

Job description

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Senior Content Producer - Religion, Science and Arts

View more categories View less categories Sector Media and Publishing Role Senior Executive Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

Package Description

• Band: D
• Salary: £39,800-£46,000 per annum, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. This reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Location: Cardiff, Central Square

We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Indicate your preference in the application. Flexibility will be discussed at the offer stage.

We offer excellent career progression opportunities, extensive training and development through our in-house Academy, and comprehensive benefits including a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour workweek, 25 days annual leave (with option to buy 5 more), a pension scheme, and discounts on health, dental, and gym memberships.

Job Introduction

We're seeking a Senior Content Producer to lead our team producing religion, arts, and science programmes for BBC Radio Wales. BBC Radio Wales is dedicated to creating engaging radio content that reflects Welsh life, informing, educating, and entertaining our audience daily.

The role involves overseeing religious programming such as Celebration and All Things Considered, as well as arts and science content like The Radio Wales Arts Show and Science Café.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a production team, ensuring clear communication of the editorial vision.
• Devise, plan, and produce distinctive digital and audio content for various religious, arts, and science programmes, both from and for Wales.
• Manage relationships with BBC network radio religion commissions.
• Generate innovative programme ideas across various formats.
• Understand the social, political, religious, arts, and science context within Welsh society.
• Possess hands-on studio production experience and ability to direct presenters.
• Embrace digital development, ensuring high-quality content delivery on platforms like BBC Sounds and social media.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong interest and knowledge of theology, familiar with Christian approaches and major world faiths.
• Understanding of BBC's Editorial Values and Standards, with experience in live and pre-recorded radio.
• Proven leadership in speech radio production and technical oversight.
• Knowledge of Christian music, hymns, and worship music.
• Journalistic skills with critical questioning and issue analysis.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.

About the BBC

We value how we work as much as what we do. Our values and behaviours are central to our identity. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are open to flexible working requests, subject to operational needs. Learn more about our Diversity and Inclusion initiatives here.