Animation Content Producer

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Freelance / attachment (subject to greenlight)
DEPARTMENT: BBC Studios Kids & Family
LOCATION: Home based
START DATE: 15th September (please only apply if you are available to start around this date)
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: Market rate depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the worlds 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

My Friend Maisy is a brand new 2D animated preschool series from BBC Studios. Based on Lucy Cousins bestselling books the show uses visual storytelling without dialogue to engage young audiences.

As Content Producer you will develop and deliver ancillary short form content for digital platforms. You will ensure we achieve the highest creative and editorial standards deliver on time and on budget and adhere to BBC guidelines.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

This is a brilliant opportunity to work with a much loved childrens brand; helping to build the brands online presence and shape content for preschool audiences.

Working alongside the team producing the main show you will lead the short-form project from an editorial perspective. You will be the conduit and key point of contact for the animation studio Trustbridge Entertainment who own the brand and internal stakeholders. You will sign off storyboards and visuals and ensure the look and tone remain aligned with the brand and its values.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Plan schedule and deliver high-quality content while making day-to-day editorial decisions
• Ensure all content aligns with BBC Editorial Guidelines is on-brand inclusive and resonates with the target audience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners technical teams designers internal and external partners and contributors
• Manage budgets and resources effectively within agreed limits
• Uphold BBC compliance policies and confidently provide feedback to partners and stakeholders

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Experience of working on an animated childrens series and expert knowledge of the animation production pipeline
• Experience of producing content for preschool audiences
• Proven ability to develop and generate fresh ideas and deliver high-quality content across multiple platforms
• Strong understanding of editorial guidelines compliance policies and commitment to accuracy and impartiality.
• Experience of managing multiple priorities meeting deadlines and applying sound editorial judgment and effective solutions under pressure
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and talent providing direct feedback to ensure creative ambition is met and budget is adhered to

If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.