Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 4 Post Production Technical Operator Apprenticeship over 16 months.
- Earn £24,650 per year while gaining hands-on experience at BBC Studios Natural History Unit in Bristol.
- Develop technical and operational skills in content preparation, media management, and broadcast delivery.
- Study for an industry-recognised qualification with the National Film and Television School.
About the Role
This is a fixed-term apprenticeship, full-time for 16 months, based at the BBC Studios Natural History Unit in Bristol.
About BBC Studios
BBC Studios is a world-renowned content studio and channels & streaming business, powered by British creativity, with a reach that touches audiences in every corner of the globe. We make and distribute the world’s most sought-after TV, audio and digital content.
About the Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship offers an exciting entry-level opportunity to kick-start your career in post-production. You will gain hands-on experience supporting fast-paced operations and post-production teams within the Natural History Unit.
Key Responsibilities and Impact
As a Post-Production Apprentice, you will:
- Support the editing and preparation of content for various BBC platforms and audiences.
- Digitise, organise, and manage media assets throughout the production workflow.
- Deliver transmission files to playout providers, ensuring content is ready for broadcast and systems are maintained accurately.
- Develop strong teamwork and communication skills by collaborating with colleagues across post-production and wider BBC departments.
- Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, processes, and technologies in a fast-paced production environment.
Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be supported by experienced professionals and study for an industry-recognised qualification with the National Film and Television School. Your studies will cover:
- Audio and Vision Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- IP Networks
- Computer Science
Skills and Eligibility
We are looking for passion and enthusiasm for delivering world-class content and operational excellence. We value potential and transferable strengths over formal qualifications. Desired attributes include:
- Passion for media and content production.
- Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Capability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
- A proactive self-starter with a positive attitude.
- Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to work outside standard hours when required.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to the apprenticeship start.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration.
- Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship.
- Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area at the same or a higher level.
- For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027: Must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or equivalent, or be working towards Functional Skills Level 2.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is needed. You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of Bristol. This is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you will be supported with career development and employability training.