Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 13-month, full-time Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship with BBC Studios in Birmingham.
- Gain hands-on experience in drama production, supporting research, on-set activities, and technical aspects.
- Earn £24,650 per year.
- Must be 18+ by September 2027, have lived in the UK for three years, and be eligible to work full-time.
About the Role
This is a 13-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship within BBC Studios - Scripted Drama, based in Birmingham.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in drama production. Your key responsibilities could include:
- Helping to develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests and participants.
- 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 by supporting teams with cameras, sound, lighting, and editing.
- Creating content for multiple platforms, including social media.
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification with a learning provider, involving both on-the-job learning and attendance at learning blocks (in-person and virtual).
Career Progression
This apprenticeship could lead to roles such as Junior Researcher, Runner, or Content or Edit Assistant. Upon completion, you will be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you take your next step in the creative industry.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this apprenticeship, 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.
- This scheme is aimed at non-graduates.
For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027, Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) are required. If not achieved by the start date, you will need to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end-point assessment.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is needed. You will need to live within a commutable distance of Birmingham.