SJ Shooting ProducerDirector

BBC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public broadcaster in the UK is seeking a talented individual for the Midlands Investigations Team. This role focuses on producing impactful multi-platform content, requiring strong shooting and editing skills, as well as a commitment to original journalism. The successful candidate will work flexibly across the East and West Midlands, collaborating with colleagues to create stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Competitive salary and hybrid working options offered.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in producing TV news and documentaries.
• Hands-on experience in news and current affairs.
• Commitment to original journalism and effective storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Gathering high-quality video content for investigations.
• Editing footage for broadcast and online platforms.
• Working flexibly across the East and West Midlands.

Skills

Camera operation

Video editing

Creative storytelling

Team collaboration

Technical knowledge of shooting techniques

Job description

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: D

CONTRACT TYPE: Attachment / Fixed-term Contract until November 2026

DEPARTMENT: Midlands Investigations Team

LOCATION: East and West Midlands - Hybrid

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

We produce high impact multi-platform investigations for BBC Local audiences across the Midlands.

Our journalism prioritises local audiences on digital radio and tv platforms finding stories which resonate and matter to people living in our region. We serve our local and regional audiences first.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We cover a huge diverse and exciting news patch. Our job is to tell stories people from all corners of the Midlands can trust and relate to. We take a people‑focused approach to our investigations which have reached millions across the UK and regularly feature on national BBC News programmes and platforms. Our content has a reputation for high production values, creative multi‑media storytelling, sound editorial judgement and the ability to explain complex issues affecting everyday life in our region, and the addition to our multi‑platform news content our team collaborates and produces long‑form TV and audio content for BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds, growing production expertise in this area.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Accomplished shooting skills you will use a range of camera equipment on location to gather for our investigations. You will work alongside editorial colleagues to serve our audience by delivering multi‑platform content to the highest technical and editorial standards.
• News Editing you will edit alongside colleagues and on solo projects using your own footage and rushes shot by other crews to bring together the full story for broadcast on TV and for online use. A creative eye is essential.
• The successful candidate will need to work flexibly across the East and West Midlands regions.
• If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths we would love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA :

Were looking for someone who can take responsibility for shooting, directing and editing our investigations. Youll have a strong track record for making and shaping TV news packages and long‑form TV documentaries. We want to hear your ideas about creative self‑shooting and how you would direct others less experienced in visual storytelling. You will have great examples of how you have brought stories to life working with colleagues to craft impactful content that stands out on BBC platforms and beyond.

You will have an excellent technical understanding of operational equipment and shooting techniques gained from hands on experience in news and current affairs and be able to communicate these with colleagues. You will be self‑disciplined and able to demonstrate your ability to plan ahead and deal with the changing demands of news scenarios confidently.

You will demonstrate a commitment to original journalism and have bags of creative ideas and treatments to help our investigations resonate with diverse audiences. You will have experience delivering high‑profile investigations and working with senior editors to navigate legal and editorial risks. You will need a thorough understanding of the BBCs Editorial Guidelines and a commitment to the editorial aims of BBC News.

We need a team player able to work with other journalists to develop their ideas for all platforms. You will be willing to support colleagues in developing their own shooting and editing skills.

If you have most of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Please contact Anthony Bartram or Nicola Gilroy for more information.