Production Apprenticeship - SCQF - BBC Scotland Operations - Technical Production

Production Apprenticeship - SCQF 7 - BBC Scotland Operations - Technical Production - Aberdeen

Job

Requisition  Job Closing Date: 11 January 2026 Aberdeen, G , AB9 2ZT

Contract Type:
Fixed-Term Apprenticeship, Full-time for 13 months

Department: BBC Scotland Operations

Location:

Aberdeen - Broadcasting House

Salary: £22,950

Join us a a Production 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.

T his is your chance to launch a career at the very heart of British broadcasting.

We'relooking for individuals witha passion to find out how we make content andbring ideas tolife.

Depending on your placement area,you could be workingbehind the scenes onexcitingproductions, from gripping dramas to the thrill of live radio, and gain a recognised qualification while learning on the job. This is your opportunity towiden your production knowledge while workingoncontentthat matters to millions.

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 Wednesday 10th 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.

BBC Scotland Operation sis looking for individuals to join our teamand train as aTechnical Operator, developing specialist skills across audio, post‑production editing and media management.

BBC Scotland Operations provides expert technical skills for a wide range of Television, Radio, and Digital output. From daily live news and sport to documentaries, features, and major outside broadcasts, our teams help deliver trusted, creative, and high‑quality output to audiences across Scotland and beyond.

Based in Aberdeen, this is a unique opportunity to develop your technical and creative skills through specialised training and hands‑on experience.

You’ll work at the heart of our busy production environment, supporting BBC Scotland across Radio, Podcasting and Television. You’ll gain experience working on location and in studio settings, contributing to local and national content that reflects life across both the north‑east of Scotland and the Nation as a whole.

As a Production apprentice, this is brilliant opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute – you could be:

• Audio:
  Developing essential sound skills, including audio capture, live sound mixing, recording, editing, playback, and technical troubleshooting. You’ll learn how great sound supports storytelling and enhances the audience experience
• Editing (Post Production):
  
  Learn the craft of editing for broadcast and online platforms. You’ll gain experience in assembling stories, sound mixing, and deliveringcontent for transmission.

You’ll be learning both on and off the job. This means that as well as learning on your placement at the BBC,you’ll also attend regular meetings (either in‑person or virtual) with our learning provider, working towards an industry recognised, SCQF7 in Creative Media.

For more information on this apprenticeship framework you will be studying please visit this link.

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 if you are:

• Enthusiasm and creativity, with a genuine interest in audio, television, post‑production and digital media production
• Team players who thrive in…