Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 13-month, full-time Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship with BBC Studios, Scripted Drama.
- Earn £24,650 per year, plus £5,441 London weighting.
- Gain hands-on experience working on the EastEnders drama series in London.
- Develop practical skills and work towards an industry-recognised qualification, with opportunities for future roles in broadcasting.
About the Role
This is a 13-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship within BBC Studios, Scripted Drama - Production, based at the Elstree Centre in London.
About BBC Studios
BBC Studios is a global media company that produces and distributes TV, audio, and digital content. Our goal is to be the home of powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories worldwide.
Why Join This Scheme?
Launch your career in broadcasting with this apprenticeship. We are looking for individuals passionate about content creation. Depending on your placement, you could work behind the scenes on dramas or live radio, gaining a recognised qualification while learning on the job. This is an opportunity to broaden your production knowledge.
Why Join the Team?
Based in Elstree, you will work on the drama series EastEnders. In the Production Office, you will gain an understanding of all aspects of production. You will gain hands-on experience supporting high-profile productions and contributing to content enjoyed by audiences across the UK. You will work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and play an active role in bringing creative ideas to life. Potential future roles include Junior Researcher, Runner, or Content or Edit Assistant.
Your Key Responsibilities and Impact
As a Production Assistant Apprentice in Scripted Drama, you will:
- Help develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests and participants.
- Gain real-life experience by assisting your team on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery, and helping out on the studio floor.
- Learn to use technical equipment and specialist software by supporting teams with cameras, sound, lighting, and editing.
- Create content for multiple platforms, including social media, under the guidance of experienced professionals.
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification, learning both on and off the job. This involves learning at the BBC and attending learning blocks (up to a week at a time) with our learning provider, which will be a mixture of in-person and virtual delivery.
Travel will be required to attend in-person learning blocks and other apprenticeship-related activities.
Your Skills and Eligibility
We are interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world-class content. We focus on potential and transferable strengths rather than specific qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you have:
- Passion and curiosity about content and the BBC production process.
- New ideas and fresh perspectives for BBC content.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to handle unexpected challenges.
- Flexibility and an adaptable approach to work.
This scheme is for non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, 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 apprenticeship start.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire apprenticeship duration.
- Not be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.
For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027, you must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). If not achieved by the start, you will need to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end-point assessment.
Ready to Apply?
To apply, click ‘Apply Now’. You will create a candidate profile and answer questions – no CV or cover letter is needed. If eligible, you will be guided through the next steps. You must live within a commutable distance of the role's location.
This is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you can apply for suitable vacancies at the BBC or in the wider creative industry. Support will be provided for career development, employability training, and networking.
Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will normally progress to the next stage.