Production Assistant Apprentice

BBC Studios · Cardiff, GBR · £24,650 Join us as a Production Assistant Apprentice at BBC Studios, working on the long-running drama series Pobol Y Cwm in the Costume Department. You'll gain hands-on experience across various projects, support high-profile productions, and contribute to content enjoyed by audiences across the UK. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and play an active role in bringing creative ideas to life. As a Production Assistant Apprentice, you'll study for an industry-recognised apprenticeship qualification, learning both on and off the job. You'll attend learning blocks with our learning provider, working towards a Level 3 Creative Media qualification. Your key responsibilities will include: Helping to develop ideas and stories by researching content and finding guests and participants. Gaining real-life experience by assisting your team on location, in the studio, or in a TV gallery and helping out on the studio floor. Learning to use technical equipment and specialist software by supporting teams with cameras, sound, lighting, and editing. Creating content for multiple platforms, including social media, under the guidance of experienced professionals. Benefits include: Excellent career and professional development. Fair pay and flexible benefits, including a competitive salary package, a 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave, and a defined pension scheme. Industry-leading training through the BBC Academy and our learning providers. A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with your development. Employability and networking training and support to help you secure your next role. Eligibility criteria include: Being 18 years old or over by the time the apprenticeship begins in September 2027. Having lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to the start of the apprenticeship. Being legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship. Not currently being enrolled in another apprenticeship programme. Having achieved Maths and English GCSE at Grade 4/C or above or National 5 (Scotland) at C or Essential Skills Level 2 or equivalent qualification.