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Production Assistant Apprentice

BBC Studios London, GBR On-site entry full-time

Salary

£24,650 + £5,441 London weighting per year

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Description

Join us as a Production Assistant Apprentice at BBC Studios, a globally renowned media company making and distributing TV, audio, and digital content. You'll work on the long-running drama series, EastEnders, at the Elstree Centre in London.

Your salary will be £24,650, with a £5,441 London weighting.

As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience across various projects, supporting high-profile productions and contributing to content enjoyed by audiences across the UK. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and play an active role in bringing creative ideas to life.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Helping to develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests and participants.
  • Gaining real-life experience by assisting your team on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery and helping out on the studio floor.
  • Learning to use technical equipment and specialist software by supporting teams with cameras, sound, lighting, and editing.
  • Creating content for multiple platforms, including social media, under the guidance of experienced professionals.

You'll study for an industry-recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off the job. This means you'll attend learning blocks with our learning provider, working towards a Level 3 Production Assistant qualification.

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
  • Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three 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.

Desirable skills and experiences include:

  • Being passionate and curious about content and the production process at the BBC.
  • Bringing new ideas and fresh perspectives for BBC content.
  • Being a great team player who can deal with unexpected challenges.
  • Having a flexible and adaptable approach to work.

In return, you'll receive:

  • An industry-recognised qualification.
  • Industry-leading training through the BBC Academy and our learning providers.
  • A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with your development.
  • Training and mentoring by industry professionals.
  • A bespoke BBC apprenticeship experience, including apprenticeship development days and membership of the BBC Apprenticeship community.
  • Employability and networking training and support to help you secure your next role.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • passion for content
  • fresh perspectives
  • flexibility
  • adaptability
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