Overview
BBC Radio Kent is the BBC's Radio Station for the county of Kent. Our weekend daytime show (Saturdays and Sundays 10:00–14:00) also serves listeners in Sussex and Surrey, so we've got the whole of the South East covered. We're looking for someone who's full of ideas and thrives in a fast-paced environment to join our production team for these two key shows.
Purpose of the role and context: this role is part of our production team for weekend daytime programming, with responsibilities spanning content preparation, live production elements, and multiplatform content development.
Responsibilities and impact
* Help producers in preparing and outputting our four-hour weekend programmes.
* Support a multiplatform approach to our local content.
* Handle some technical responsibilities, including editing audio and dealing with live sources as the show is transmitted, as well as speaking to callers.
* Prepare content for social media channels and BBC Sounds.
* Develop ideas for stories and treatments, set up guests, write scripts and provide research background.
Accessibility, inclusion and Extend information
The BBC is committed to accessibility and to providing opportunities for disabled people. The Extend programme offers adjustments and support throughout the application process and employment. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements, or have questions about Extend, please contact us. The BBC is a disability confident employer and provides workplace adjustments to help remove barriers in the workplace.
EXTEND code: EX2324. If you would like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend information page.
Diversity, belonging and rationale
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce so we can reflect our audiences. We are committed to fairness, inclusion and belonging in our strategy and practice.
Note on flexibility and benefits
We offer flexible working where possible. Benefits may vary depending on contract type. Life at the BBC includes fair pay and a flexible benefits package, a flexible working week, generous leave, a defined pension scheme and access to health and wellbeing options.
Requirements and expectations
* Ability to work flexibly and efficiently under pressure, meeting tight deadlines in a changing live studio environment, with strong communication skills.
* Understanding of audience needs for BBC Radio Kent, BBC Radio Sussex and BBC Radio Surrey; ability to tailor material for different media and maximise social and digital opportunities.
* Experience in content creation to support local audiences, with ability to generate creative treatments for storytelling and to prepare guests and scripts.
* Proactive team player who can work on their own initiative.
* Strong editorial judgment, calm under pressure, and ability to manage live programming elements.
Apply
Apply now to join a small but friendly and ambitious team dedicated to producing engaging radio content for local audiences.
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