Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship with BBC Sport in Belfast.
- Gain hands-on experience in content creation, research, and technical support for broadcast productions.
- Earn £24,650 per year on a 13-month full-time contract starting in September 2027.
- Eligibility requires being 18+, a UK resident for 3 years, and not currently on another apprenticeship.
About the Role
About the Apprenticeship
Join the BBC as an apprentice to kick-start your career in a job you'll love. You’ll learn on-the-job, developing your knowledge and skills while working towards a Level 3 Production Assistant qualification.
This apprenticeship offers a chance to launch a career at the heart of British broadcasting. You could be working behind the scenes on exciting productions, from dramas to live radio, and gain a recognised qualification.
BBC Sport NI
BBC Sport NI covers sport on the island of Ireland and beyond. The department is involved in live streams of football and GAA matches, conducting interviews, and creating digital content.
Your Role
As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience across a range of projects, supporting productions and contributing to content for audiences across the UK. You will work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and help bring creative ideas to life. Potential future roles include Junior Researcher, Runner, or Content/Edit Assistant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Helping to develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests.
- Assisting teams 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 (cameras, sound, lighting, editing).
- Creating content for multiple platforms, including social media.
Qualification
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification, with learning delivered both on and off the job. This includes in-person and virtual tutorial sessions, presentations, and group work with a learning provider.
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 of the apprenticeship.
- Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
- For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027: Must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). If not achieved, you will be required to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end-point assessment.
Application Process
- Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer questions. No CV or cover letter is needed.
- You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of Belfast.
- Relocation support may be available subject to meeting financial eligibility criteria.
Contract Details
- Type: Fixed-term Apprenticeship
- Duration: 13 months
- Hours: Full-time
- Location: Belfast - Broadcasting House
- Start Date: September 2027
Upon completion, you will be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities.