BBC

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B

CONTRACT TYPE: Full-time, fixed-term contract (up to 20th March 2026)

DEPARTMENT: BBC TV Social Edit Hub

LOCATION: Birmingham, Hybrid (2 days per week in office)

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £25,700 - £34,700 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. (delete if not applicable)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The TV Social Edit Hub is looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Junior Editor to join our team for 3 months, to help craft a range of supporting social content for BBC iPlayer programmes. The Edit Hub creates innovative, reactive content designed to engage young audiences across social platforms, supporting BBC iPlayer titles with clips, cutdowns, compilations, and original content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. This is a great opportunity to shape how BBC content reaches and resonates with younger viewers.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We are offering an exciting entry‑level role within a dynamic team creating innovative, social‑first content. You will join a supportive culture that champions creativity and collaboration, while giving you the tools and opportunities to grow your technical and storytelling skills. You will take ownership of edits from start to finish, collaborate with producers and campaign teams, and bring fresh ideas to enhance audience engagement.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

As an Assistant Post-Production Editor, you’ll be part of a collaborative team based in Birmingham, creating social edits that amplify BBC shows and connect with new audiences.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Editing clips, cutdowns, and bespoke social-first content using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Formatting and optimising content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
• Working across a range of genres – from Entertainment and Reality to Documentaries
• Ensuring content meets editorial and compliance standards, working closely with producers and stakeholders

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Has good experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and some evidence of creating content for social platforms
• Understands how young audiences engage with social platforms, especially TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram
• Has a keen editorial eye and storytelling instincts tailored for social formats
• Is confident juggling multiple tasks and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

A passion for content that speaks to young audiences is essential. If you’re excited by the idea of shaping how BBC shows are experienced on social, we’d love to hear from you.

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Some knowledge of Photoshop / After Effects preferable
• Knowledge of latest trends and best practices in social video editing.
• Experience in post production workflows and delivery standards
• Editing longform and shortform content for social media

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.