Assistant Content Producer; EastEnders

Position: Assistant Content Producer (East Enders)
Location: Greater London

JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: 12 Month FTC / Attachment
DEPARTMENT: BBC Studios Global Content Digital Drama

LOCATION:

London
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £30,000 – £32,000 (plus London weighting). Salary dependent on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s most sought-after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

PURPOSE OF

THE ROLE

The Assistant Content Producer exists to create engaging, high‑impact social media content that promotes BBC Studios Drama productions, particularly the weekly drama of Albert Square on East Enders. By shooting, editing and delivering fast‑turnaround short‑form video, the Assistant Content Producer will help grow and engage audiences across key platforms. They will generate creative ideas, work closely with talent, uphold editorial standards, and contribute to larger digital commissions, ensuring our storytelling remains relevant, entertaining and audience‑focused.

WHY

JOIN THE TEAM?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, creative team at the heart of BBC Studios Drama, where your ideas shape the social presence of some of the UK’s most iconic shows. You’ll work closely with talented storytellers, develop your craft across fast‑paced digital platforms, and contribute to content seen by millions. This is a rare opportunity to grow your skills, innovate daily and make a real impact on audience engagement.

YOUR

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Shoot, edit and deliver fast‑turnaround short‑form and ultra‑short‑form video content for social media platforms.
• Generate creative, audience‑focused content ideas that align with Drama productions, especially East Enders.
• Work closely with on‑screen talent and production teams to capture high‑quality, engaging material.
• Ensure all output meets BBC editorial standards while balancing informative and entertaining storytelling.
• Contribute to larger digital commissions and collaborative projects, such as East Enders.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Demonstrable ability to plan, capture and edit engaging video tailored specifically for digital audiences, showcasing an understanding of platform‑specific formats and trends.
• Evidence of proficient hands‑on experience using Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, alongside practical proficiency operating Sony FX3/FX6 cameras in fast‑paced production environments.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with on‑screen contributors, helping them feel comfortable while capturing compelling, authentic content.
• Strong understanding of each platform’s audiences, best‑performing content types, analytics, and emerging trends to maximise reach and engagement.
• A keen interest and knowledge in Drama, especially East Enders.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note:

If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks;
Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Recruitment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer.

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