Upcoming TV Director — Bargain Hunt (FTC, Cardiff)

BBC Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

BBC Studios in Cardiff is seeking a Junior Director for Bargain Hunt on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on scripting and directing episodes, working alongside senior editors, and taking outputs through post-production at Cardiff Bay.

The successful candidate will join a development pathway toward a first directing role, with experience in deadline-driven productions and a passion for antiques and history. The position is based in Cardiff with some UK-wide filming.

Qualifications

• Experience in factual television production.
• Ability to script and direct simple sequences.
• Experience with deadline-driven productions.
• Understanding of programme editing processes.
• Knowledge of UK broadcasting guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Be the key creative responsible for the visual look of several episodes.
• Develop programmes from proposal to full production within budget and timelines.
• Motivate a director, research and production management team to realise the series vision.
• Construct full production schedules within financial constraints.
• Coordinate facilities, resources and staff with appropriate qualifications and safety.
• Ensure scripts are accurate and aligned with BBC guidelines.
• Ensure on-screen content reflects the diversity of British society.

Skills

Editing for TV

Creative writing

Archive clearance

Editorial judgement

BBC output knowledge

Audience understanding

Team motivation

Job description

BBC Studios in Cardiff is seeking a Junior Director for Bargain Hunt on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on scripting and directing episodes, working alongside senior editors, and taking outputs through post-production at Cardiff Bay.

The successful candidate will join a development pathway toward a first directing role, with experience in deadline-driven productions and a passion for antiques and history. The position is based in Cardiff with some UK-wide filming.