Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 13-month, full-time Level 3 Production Assistant Apprenticeship with the BBC Live Music team.
- Earn £24,650 per year, plus £5,441 London weighting.
- Gain practical experience in live music production, including scheduling, technical coordination, editing, and broadcast planning.
- Must be 18+ by September 2027, have lived in the UK for three years, and not hold a degree.
About the Role
This is a 13-month, full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship within the Live Music team at the BBC.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Assistant Apprentice with BBC Popular Music, you will support the Live Music team in delivering content for Radio 1, Radio 2, 6 Music, Asian Network, 1Xtra, and BBC Introducing. Your responsibilities may include:
- Creating production schedules
- Coordinating technical requirements for live music recording
- Editing music for broadcast
- Planning and coordinating live music broadcasts
- Preparing studios for live music broadcasts
You will learn on the job and work towards a Level 3 Production Assistant apprenticeship qualification with a learning provider, involving both in-person and virtual sessions.
What You'll Gain
- An industry-recognised Level 3 Production Assistant qualification.
- On-the-job training and practical experience in live music production.
- Support with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities upon completion.
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.
- Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire apprenticeship duration.
- Not currently 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, you will need to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end-point assessment.
This scheme is aimed at non-graduates. If you have a degree, please explore other opportunities on the BBC careers site.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ to create a candidate profile and answer a few questions. No CV or cover letter is required. You will need to live within a commutable distance of London Broadcasting House.