Production Apprenticeship - SCQF Level 7 - BBC Scotland Technical Production - Glasgow Production Apprenticeship - SCQF Level 7 - BBC Scotland Technical Production - Glasgow

As a Production Apprentice, you'll learn a wide range of skills and gain a breadth of real life experience which may include helping to develop ideas and stories; learning how to use technical equipment and specialist software; assisting your team on location/in studio; finding guests and participants; researching content; creating content for social media; helping out/'running' on the studio floor; in a TV gallery or in a radio studio. All the while, you'll be learning content-making skills from experienced production team members as well as expert BBC trainers., This scheme starts in September 2025 and you will be on a fixed term contract which means your contract is for the duration of the apprenticeship only. The duration of this scheme is 17 months., Are you passionate about TV, Radio, and Online Production? Do you want to be part of creating some of the biggest events and shows in Scotland? BBC Scotland Operations is looking for motivated individuals to join our team and train as Technical Operator. About Us: BBC Scotland Operations provides expert technical skills for a wide range of TV, Radio, and Online Programmes. We cover a wide range of live daily Radio and TV News, Sports, and major Outside Broadcasts, including events like TRNSMT, Belladrum, the Scottish Cup Final, and Hogmanay Live. Additionally, our teams contribute to well-known studio productions such as Mrs. Brown's Boys, Hit List, Bridge of Lies, Popmaster and more. What We Offer: This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills through specialised training and hands-on work placements in key areas such as;

• Sound: The sound team play a crucial role in ensuring high- quality audio that enhances the viewer's or listener's experience. Some tasks include ; Audio Capture, Live Sound Mixing, Recording and Playback and technical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Vision Engineering: A technical specialist responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, and stability of video signals during television broadcasts and productions. Some tasks include; Video Signal Management, Camera Control and Calibration, Picture Quality Control and Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
• Cameras: Our camera operators play a crucial role in capturing high-quality content across various types of programming, including news broadcasts, documentaries, entertainment shows, sports and live events.
• Post Production: The final phase in media production, preparing the final product for broadcast. This includes; editing, sound design, dubbing, and sound mixing., Apprentices starting at the BBC from September 2025 will be placed on a 'Fixed Term' contract. This means your contract is for the duration of your apprenticeship only. The BBC is committed to investing in new talent and as you approach the end of your apprenticeship, we will work with you to support you and offer you employability and networking training to help you secure your next role - this might be a job here at the BBC, or somewhere in the wider media industry.
  
  Who We're Looking For: Enthusiastic individuals eager to learn and develop their craft skills. A keen interest in TV, radio, and live events production is essential. You'll thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring programmes to life., Are passionate and curious about content and the production process at the BBC
• Brimming with new ideas and fresh perspectives for BBC content
• A great team player who can deal with unexpected challenges
• Flexible and have an adaptable approach to work.
  
  An apprenticeship at the BBC gives you the opportunity to kick-start your career in a job you'll love. We're the industry leaders in early careers and are committed to your skills and talent development. As one of the world's most creative and technologically advanced organisations for the last 100 years, an apprenticeship at the BBC means the opportunity to learn from the most respected and experienced professionals in the business., The Production Apprenticeship Scheme helps you to gain experience with our BBC production teams across the UK, making world-class content for our audiences on radio, TV or digital platforms. You'll learn on-the-job as part of a BBC production team, developing your knowledge and skills in an area that interests you, while working towards your Production apprenticeship qualification with one of our learning providers.
  
  To be eligible for an apprenticeship at the BBC, you must:
• Be aged 18 or over when the apprenticeship starts in September 2025
• Be eligible to work in the UK full time for the duration of the apprenticeship contract
• Not currently taking part in an apprenticeship scheme supported by the BBC or another organisation., A starting salary of £21,840
• 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 35-hour working week, 25 days of annual leave and a defined pension scheme. Plus discounted dental, health care, gym and much more.
Towards the end of your apprenticeship:
• An industry recognised qualification
• Lots of experience to help you seek out new challenges and work opportunities within the BBC and wider industry
• Employability and networking training to help you secure your next role.