Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 13-month, full-time Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Earn £24,650 per year, plus £5,441 London weighting.
- Gain hands-on experience in content creation and development at BBC Studios.
- Must be 18+ and have lived in the UK for three years; degree holders are not eligible for this scheme.
About the Role
This is a 13-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship within the BBC Studios Entertainment Development Team, based at Television Centre in London.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in content creation and development. Your responsibilities may include:
- Researching content, guests, and participants to help develop ideas and stories.
- Assisting teams on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery, and supporting work on the studio floor.
- Learning to use technical equipment and specialist software for cameras, sound, lighting, and editing.
- Creating content for multiple platforms, including social media, under guidance.
You will study for an industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification, with learning blocks delivered both in-person and virtually.
Career Prospects
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 find your next role within the BBC or the wider creative industry.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 18 years old or over by September 2027.
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK.
- Not be currently enrolled in another apprenticeship.
For candidates under 19 on 7 September 2027, Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) are required, or 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 the London location.