Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship - Level 4 - Salford - BBC Studios - Entertainment

BBC Studios Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a Junior Production Coordinator Apprentice in Salford. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to kick-start a career in production management within the BBC. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and a passion for media. Training and support will be provided along with an industry-recognized qualification. The role involves assisting with production logistics, working on location, and gaining valuable insights into the media industry.

Benefits

Industry recognized qualification

Comprehensive training

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Natural organizer with a passion for media.
• No media experience or qualifications needed; just enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of programs by assisting with shoots and studio setups.
• Book and manage logistics including travel and equipment hire.
• Learn about copyright and music clearance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship - Level 4 - Salford - BBC Studios - Entertainment

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Job Requisition ID: 35025

Job Closing Date: 11 January 2026

Salford, GBR, M50 2QH

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 17 months

Department: Entertainment

Location: Salford - Dock House

Salary: £22,950

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, developing 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.

To find out more about the schemes we offer, you can register to join one of our webinars here. Please note that the webinar for this scheme takes place on Tuesday 9th December at 6pm. If you’re unable to attend or have seen this after that date, keep an eye on our webinar playlist on YouTube here where the video will be uploaded.

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, raise contracts, complete 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 setups, 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 Production Coordinator, depending on experience both inside and outside of the BBC.

To understand more about what working in Production Management is like, please take a look at the following links;

• Click here to find out more about when making TV content
• Click here to find out more about when making audio content

You’ll study for your industry recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on the job at the BBC and off the job with our chosen education provider. The academic study involves attending instructor‑led workshops; tutorial sessions; presentations and group work. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be asked to gather a portfolio of evidence and work on an end‑point assessment that demonstrates your learning, while working towards a Level 4 apprenticeship qualification.

This apprenticeship will give you a thorough knowledge and understanding of what it is like to work in production management and the media industry, which you can then utilise during your time at the BBC and afterwards in the wider industry.

For more information on the apprenticeship standard you will be studying please click here.

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:

• Have 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
• Are an 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 at theBBC careers site or having a look at our other apprenticeship schemes.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, you must:

• 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 the age of 19 years at the start of the apprenticeship, 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 qualification. If you have not achieved these qualifications, you will be required to achieve Functional Skills Level 2 before the end of your apprenticeship when you take your end‑point assessment

To apply for this scheme, you must also:

• Must be passionate about the production management side of making content. If it’s the ‘coming up with ideas for content’ side you like about producing content, then the Production Apprenticeship will be more suitable for you. Please click here to view the Production Apprenticeship adverts
• 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. See yourself thriving in this role? Just 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 requirement of the training provider for your scheme. The offer would be subject to you undergoing and meeting the requirements of a skill scan process with the BBC nominated training provider to determine your eligibility.

Please note: If you were to be 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.

Benefits

• Excellent career and professional development.
  Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a 35‑hour working week, 25 days annual leave (26 days for BBC Studios), a defined pension scheme and discount dental, health care and gym.
  A values‑based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.
• As an Apprentice you will also receive:
  An industry recognised qualification.
  Industry‑leading training through the BBC Academy and our learning providers (this may involve travel to locations across the UK).
  A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with your development.
  Training and Mentoring by industry professionals.
  A bespoke BBC apprenticeship experience including apprenticeship development days and membership of the BBC Apprenticeship community.
  Employability and networking training and support to help you secure your next role.
  The opportunity to apply for financial support for relocation subject to eligibility.

Find out more about the BBC

At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world’s best loved content, and the BBC’s mission to inform, educate and entertain.

Life at BBC

Here you will benefit from:
• Excellent career and professional development.
• Fair pay and flexible benefits including a competitive salary package, a 35‑hour working week, 25 days annual leave (26 days for BBC Studios), a defined pension scheme and discount dental, health care and gym.
• A values‑based organisation where the way we do things is important as what we do.

You belong

We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, so all our employees feel that they can belong, thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

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

Find out more about diversity, inclusion and belonging in our strategy below.

Disability confident

We take inclusivity seriously and want to ensure all candidates who are disabled or have long‑term health conditions receive the support and adjustments they need. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the recruitment process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via the Early Careers Recruitment contact form and we’d be happy to discuss how we can support you through the process.

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