Production Assistant Apprenticeship - Level 3 - BBC Studios - Scripted Drama -Scenic Design

This is a 13-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship within BBC Studios, focusing on Scenic Design for Scripted Drama.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Production Assistant Apprentice in the Scenic Design department for EastEnders, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of production, with a focus on design and construction. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Helping to develop ideas and stories through research.
• Assisting teams on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery.
• Learning to use technical equipment and specialist software for 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, involving both on-the-job learning and attendance at learning blocks (in-person and virtual) with a learning provider.

What We're Looking For

We are interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world-class content. We value potential and transferable strengths over specific qualifications. Ideal candidates will be:

• Passionate and curious about content and the BBC production process.
• Full of new ideas and fresh perspectives.
• Great team players who can handle unexpected challenges.
• Flexible and adaptable in their approach to work.

This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.

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 apprenticeship start.
• Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration.
• Not be currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme.

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, you will need to complete Functional Skills Level 2 before the end-point assessment.

What Happens Next?

If you are eligible and interested, click ‘Apply Now’. You will 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 Elstree.

Benefits

• Learn on the job and work towards a recognised qualification.
• Gain experience on high-profile productions like EastEnders.
• Support with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities.
• Potential for future job opportunities within the BBC or the wider creative industry.
• Disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria may be progressed under the Disability Confident Scheme.