WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s most sought‑after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

COULD A BBC APPRENTICESHIP BE THE NEXT ROLE FOR YOU?

Join us as an apprentice at the BBC to give yourself the opportunity to kick‑start your career in a job you\'ll love. We’re committed to your skills and talent development. You’ll learn on the job, develop your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working towards your apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.

WHY JOIN THIS SCHEME?

Are you a natural organiser with a passion for media? The Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship at the BBC could be your perfect start. You may help with the set‑up of filming on location or in the studio for one of our programmes like The One Show, or schedule crews and freelancers for Women’s Hour. No media experience or qualifications needed – just enthusiasm and problem‑solving skills. Whether you\'re finishing school or changing careers, this hands‑on role offers a pathway into production management at one of the world’s leading broadcasters.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

BBC Studios Entertainment North produces some of the UK’s biggest shows, from Children in Need to Eurovision and The Weakest Link. We handle everything behind the scenes (e.g. managing budgets, scheduling shoots, securing copyright, raising contracts, completing post‑production paperwork) so programmes run seamlessly. Our work ensures the BBC delivers world‑class entertainment that millions recognise and love.

This is our entry‑level position into production management; you will work as a Production Management Assistant, supporting our Production Managers and Production Coordinators in creating quality content for all of our output, which may include TV, audio, online, events and digital platforms.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

As a Junior Production Coordinator apprentice with BBC Studios Entertainment, this is a brilliant opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute - you may demonstrate the following:

• Work on location, in studios, galleries, and across our BBC Offices to support the production of our programmes (e.g. by assisting with shoots, studio set‑ups, and call sheets)
• Book and manage logistics (e.g. travel, accommodation, equipment hire, props)
• Learn about copyright and music clearance, and put your knowledge into action
• Learn about contracts and put your knowledge into action (e.g. crew or runner bookings)
• Learn best practices in production management, health & safety, and compliance

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be able to apply for job roles such as a Production Management Assistant, Production Secretary or Coordinator, depending on experience both inside and outside of the BBC.

YOUR SKILLS AND ELIGIBILITY

We’re interested in your passion for working at the BBC and your enthusiasm for delivering world‑class content and operational excellence to our audiences. We’re not focused on your qualifications; instead, we look for potential and offer you the opportunity to apply your transferable strengths and experience to work in different ways.

If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply:

• Brilliant organisational skills and are great at problem‑solving and negotiating
• Great at working with people; a team player and great communicator
• Resilient, responsible and have a calm, focused approach to challenging situations
• Flexible, motivated and have an adaptable approach to the pace of work
• Can manage multiple deadlines and demands on your time
• Enthusiastic and motivated self‑starter, flexible and adaptable to out‑of‑hours working

This scheme is aimed at non‑graduates. If you have a degree and you’re interested in similar roles at the BBC, we recommend applying for jobs on the BBC careers site or looking at our other apprenticeship schemes.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Be 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2026
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 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, whether with the BBC or another organisation
• For candidates under 19 years at the start, you must have achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above or National 5 (Scotland) at C or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. If you have not achieved these, you must attain Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of your apprenticeship

To apply for this scheme, you must also:

• Passion for the production management side of making content. If you prefer the creative idea side, the Production Apprenticeship may be more suitable.
• No prior learning is required to apply. If you already have relevant experience or qualifications, your individual learning plan may be adjusted to reflect this – meaning you could complete your apprenticeship in less time.

READY TO APPLY?

Don’t leave yourself wondering “what if?” this could be your chance to be part of something exciting. If you see yourself thriving in this role, click ‘Apply Now’!

You’ll create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed.

If you\'re eligible, we’ll guide you through the next steps of the process and what to expect.

This is a fixed‑term apprenticeship – your contract lasts for the duration of the scheme. Once completed, you’ll be supported with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you take your next step – whether that’s at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.

You’ll need to live within a commutable distance of where this role is based. Interested in a different location? Check out our other adverts – but please only apply to one.

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Our apprenticeship roles are also subject to you having the required qualifications that we have deemed necessary for your role and the training provider for your scheme. The offer would be subject to you undergoing and meeting the requirements of a skills scan process with the BBC nominated training provider to determine your eligibility.

Please note: if you are offered this role, the BBC will conduct employment screening checks which include reference checks; eligibility to work checks; and, if applicable to the role, safeguarding and adverse media/social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

Diversity, inclusion & belonging

We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion, and/or belief.