Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 17-month, full-time Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship at BBC Scotland in Glasgow.
- Earn £24,650 per year while gaining practical experience in media production management.
- Work towards an industry-recognised SCQF Level 7 diploma apprenticeship qualification.
- No prior media experience or qualifications needed; passion for media and organisational skills are key.
- Applications are open to non-graduates who meet residency and age eligibility criteria.
About the Role
Join the BBC as an apprentice to kick-start your career in media. This is a fixed-term, full-time apprenticeship lasting 17 months.
Why Join?
This apprenticeship is ideal for organised individuals with a passion for media. You will gain hands-on experience in production management, potentially assisting with filming logistics, scheduling crews, or supporting on-location setups. No prior media experience or qualifications are required – just enthusiasm and problem-solving skills.
What You'll Do
As a Junior Production Coordinator Apprentice, you will work with experienced teams to create content for TV, audio, online, and digital platforms. Your responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with shoots, studio setups, crew bookings, and call sheets.
- Booking transport and accommodation.
- Supporting budget management and processing supplier payments.
- Applying for accreditations, permits, and visas.
- Learning best practices in health & safety and compliance.
Upon completion, you will have the skills for roles such as Production Coordinator or Production Management Assistant.
Qualification
You will study for an industry-recognised SCQF Level 7 diploma apprenticeship qualification, combining on-the-job learning with off-the-job training, including workshops, tutorials, presentations, and group work. You will build a portfolio of evidence and complete an assessment.
Skills and Eligibility
We are looking for potential and transferable strengths, not specific qualifications. Ideal candidates will possess:
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Resilience, responsibility, and a calm approach under pressure.
- Flexibility, motivation, and adaptability.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- An enthusiastic and motivated self-starter attitude.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. You must:
- Be 18 years or older by September 2027.
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK.
- Not be currently enrolled in another apprenticeship.
- Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area at the same or higher level.
To complete the apprenticeship, you must have achieved Core Skills (Scotland) at SCQF Level 5 or 6 in Communication and Numeracy, or these will be embedded into your learning.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is required. You must live within a commutable distance of Glasgow. Relocation support may be available subject to financial eligibility criteria.
Next Steps
If eligible, you will be guided through the next steps of the recruitment process. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities.