Creative Technologist (AI Creative Lab)
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JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: 12 Month FTC / Attachment
DEPARTMENT: BBC StudiosGlobal ContentAI Creative Lab
LOCATION: London
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 50000 - 60000 (including London weighting). Salary dependent on relevant skillsknowledgeand 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 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
The AI Creative Lab within BBC Studios Global Content is an initiative designed to supercharge innovation across our global content portfolio. Supporting Scripted Unscripted Global Productions Audio and Kids & Family the Lab will shape bespoke creative solutions while responsibly and adventurously embracing rapidly emerging technologies.
Reporting to the Head of AI Creative Lab you will prototype new creative technologies support development of future-facing workflows and partner with production teams to unlock new formats and IP. Blending technical skill with creative prowess you will be at the forefront of emerging technologies ensuring they are used responsibly effectively and in service of exceptional storytelling.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
This is an exciting opportunity to join BBC Studios at a time when cutting-edge technology meets worldclass storytelling. With the energy and ambition of a startup inside a global powerhouse the Lab offers the chance to work at the forefront of next generation content production.
Working across some of the UKs most loved shows and brands you will lead projects which explore emerging tools and technology to keep BBC Studios Global Content at the forefront of innovation. You will shape prototypes and workflows that push creative and production boundaries across TV audio and digital and develop practical solutions which help us set the standard for responsible ambitious principled use of AI.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
- Develop test and evaluate cuttingedge AI/ML tools to enable or enhance content creation for television audio film social and immersive formats
- Rapidly prototype creative technology solutions integrating them into production workflows where they will deliver measurable value
- Collaborate with creative editorial and production teams to explore new formats IP opportunities and futurefacing storytelling methods
- Benchmark models manage datasets and oversee responsible use of AI/ML in creative environments
- Translate creative challenges into technical solutions communicating options and constraints clearly Continuously research emerging tools trends and methods to keep BBC Studios at the forefront of AIdriven creative innovation
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Proven experience applying AI/ML within media production VFX gaming animation or other R&Ddriven creative environments with a strong understanding of how these technologies support realworld workflows.
- Advanced technical capability across Python AWS Claude Gemini ChatGPT Node React or similar frameworks combined with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
- Demonstrated handson prototyping ability with a track record of rapidly building functional artistfriendly tools suitable for creative or show production using iterative or agile approaches.
- Strong experience working in production environments such as advertising TV film VFX/post previs or gaming cinematics with deep understanding of how tools integrate across creative production pipelines and modern digital platforms.
- Practical experience using AI/ML for content generation animation motion compositing model evaluation finetuning data preparation and orchestration including benchmarking and combining models effectively.
- Evidenced appreciation of creative aesthetics and usability producing intuitive tools for artists paired with a collaborative working style and willingness to learn new technologies as required.
- Experience with XR markerless mocap splats and virtual production a strong bonus
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 as soon as possible.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Graphics Design
- Copywritter
- Creative concept
- Advertising
- Communication
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Autodesk
- Art Direction
- Flash
- Flex
- HTML
- SEO
- Fine art
- Quarkxpress
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