Junior Producer

Junior Producer

Location:

London

Department:
The Sun

Salary Range:
Not Specified

Advertising End Date: 02 Aug 2026

Ask the Universe is a new Gen Z-focused interview and entertainment format exploring career journeys, life lessons, ambition, identity, relationships, culture and the future through honest, insightful and entertaining conversations through the vessel of a vision board.

We're looking for a Junior Producer to join the team on a freelance contract and help build the show from the ground up. This is an opportunity for someone who lives and breathes internet culture, understands what Gen Z audiences care about, and is excited by the challenge of helping shape a new format.

Working closely with the Producer, you'll support all areas of development and production, from guest research and outreach to creative ideation and shoot preparation. We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, organised, proactive and full of ideas. The ideal candidate is as comfortable researching talent and writing briefing notes as they are brainstorming new segments and helping execute shoots.

• Research and identify compelling guests across entertainment, music, social media, fashion, business, and culture to build detailed research packs and biographies.
• Collaborate with the Producer to develop guest-specific interview angles, contributing highly creative ideas during development meetings.
• Support production timelines, coordinate prop sourcing, set preparation, and assist the team directly on-the-ground during filming days.
• Identify standout, viral moments from filming to create episode summaries, content notes, and easy-win social assets for Tik Tok, Instagram, and You Tube.

• Deep knowledge of Gen Z culture, internet trends, celebrity lore, and the Tik Tok, Instagram, and You Tube creator ecosystems.
• Ability to map out vision boards, navigate fast‑paced digital environments, and demonstrate strong organizational and project management skills.
• Passion for all things entertainment, Tik Tok, culture, digital media and content creation.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Would love to have:
  Experience creating digital content, podcasts, You Tube videos, or television formats.
• Would love to have:
  Experience with talent booking or working directly with talent management and influencer networks.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or health condition at any stage of your application or interview, please let us know. You can contact us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support you to perform at your best.