Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship - Level 3 Wales - News

Junior Production Coordinator Apprenticeship – Level 3 – Cardiff – BBC Wales – News at BBC

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

Department: BBC Wales – News

Location: Cardiff – 3 Central Square

Salary: £22,950

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.

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.

• Organise travel and logistics for reporters and crews, including international assignments
• Assist with scheduling and managing staff training sessions, keeping records up to date
• Support sustainability projects that reduce environmental impact in production
• Help plan and deliver internal and external events for staff and audiences
• Work with editorial and technical teams to ensure resources are ready for live and recorded news output

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

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.

• Excellent organisational skills and ability to problem‑solve and negotiate
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Resilient, responsible and calm in challenging situations
• Flexible, motivated and adaptable to the pace of work
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and demands on your time
• Enthusiastic and motivated self‑starter, flexible and adaptable to out‑of‑hours working

• Be at least 18 years old when the apprenticeship starts in September 2026
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship
• Be legally eligible to work full‑time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship
• Not currently enrolled in another apprenticeship programme
• For candidates under 19 at the start of the apprenticeship, hold 4th‑year UK GCSE (maths and English) at Grade 4/C or equivalent, or meet the alternative criteria set by the BBC

This fixed‑term apprenticeship lasts for 17 months. Relocation support may be provided to a limited number of apprentices each year, subject to qualifying criteria.

You’ll create a candidate profile and answer a few questions – no CV or cover letter needed. If you’re eligible, we will guide you through the next steps and what to expect.

This fixed‑term apprenticeship – your contract lasts for the duration of the scheme. Upon completion, you will receive support with career development, employability training, and networking opportunities to help you move to your next step, whether that’s at the BBC or elsewhere in the industry.

The BBC recognises that some applicants may need relocation support; such support is offered to a limited number of apprentices each year and will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis, subject to qualifying criteria. Further details will be shared during the recruitment process.

Disclaimer:
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job. It includes a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for satisfactory performance. It is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all duties involved.

Applicants will be subject to a skills scan with the BBC‑nominated training provider, and employment screening checks (reference, eligibility, safeguarding, and relevant criminal/social media checks). Any offer is conditional on satisfactory checks.