THE ROLE
1. Accountable for the creative deliveries of development decks to a high standard.
2. Delivering support for our development deliverables – including title and graphic design for development sizzles and taster tapes.
3. Designing for not just selling decks, but also internal documents and materials.
4. Working amongst a busy team of development staff of all levels.
5. To have an understanding of the TV industry and to design to the style and tone of clients from the BBC to Netflix and global brands.
6. Be accountable for the quality of your work and ensure it meets intended purposes.
7. To ensure content reflects our diverse audiences.
8. Accountable for the delivery of content, acting within BBC Editorial, Legal and Health & Safety guidelines.
9. To keep up to date with emerging industry trends.
10. Develop and manage positive working relationships with team members and colleagues and be able to give guidance, support and constructive feedback.
11. Be responsible for creating a positive working environment for colleagues from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences.
WHAT DOES IT TAKE?
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
12. Provable experience in designing decks for development pitches to a high standard.
13. Skills in on-screen title design and competence in AI-assisted graphic design, like Midjourney, is essential.
14. Experience in working to tight development targets, delivering at pace and to changing deadlines.
15. A passion for and a great understanding of the area in which the role operates.
16. Evidence of an extensive portfolio of consistently great work demonstrating creative flair.
17. Provable experience in design software like Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
18. Proven experience of taking ideas from concept to finished product whilst driving forward creativity.
19. Follow the latest design trends and technology developments.
20. Knowledge of the key UK, US and global TV market and buyers, their needs and expectations.
21. A knowledge of BBC editorial guidelines and other compliance policies is preferable.
22. An understanding of the importance of the BBC's values in accuracy and impartiality is also preferable.
LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS
We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours .
The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce, that represents the audiences we serve, and encourages applications from candidates from any background, especially people from diverse communities. Equity of opportunity is important to us, and we endeavour to make our processes equal, fair and meritocratic for everybody. More information on our D&I plan can be found .
BBC Studios puts sustainability at the heart of everything we do both onscreen and offscreen, including delivering against the BBC Group’s science-based Net Zero targets. More information on sustainability at BBC Studios can be found .
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Job Package
Job Reference: 21433
Band: D
Salary: £43,200 - £64,800 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
Location: BBC Pacific Quay, Glasgow, Scotland.
Working pattern: This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working.
Contract Type: 12 months Fixed term
Start date: 24th March 2025
Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 10th March 2025.
WHAT WILL YOU GAIN FROM WORKING AT BBC STUDIOS?
23. We offer a competitive salary package
24. Flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance
25. Parental leave for new parents, regardless of gender, of up to a year with 18 weeks fully paid
26. 26 days holiday (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days
27. A defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more
28. A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
29. Excellent career progression – access to courses, webinars, workshops and the opportunity to work in different areas of the organisation
NEXT STEPS
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.