BBC Career Opportunities Production Coordinator (Glasgow)

JOB DETAILS

CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed-term Contract/ attachment Full-time
Role 1: 27 July - 15 January 2027
Role 2: 06 July - 30 October 2026
DEPARTMENT: BBC Nations Scotland Production Management
LOCATION: Glasgow (Office based)
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 2900 - 34833 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. Theexpected 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.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Gaelic Department in Pacific Quay in Glasgow deliver wide ranging multi-genre programmes for BBC Alba Childrens team create over 60 hours of Childrens content each year for BBC Alba. This output combined with various outreach projects ensures the team is constantly busy.

The Mod 2026 on BBC Alba will provide extensive coverage of the competitions and we offer live TV across 6 days. We require a dynamic multitasking PC to join our team with excellent knowledge of the The Mod.

As part of the contract candidates who work on The Mod 2026 will also be expected to work on BBC Scotland output on the Edinburgh Festival arranging accommodation travel schedules and supporting radio production teams.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

This is your opportunity to make an impact and create high quality content for the BBC Scotland and the Gaelic department.
Beyond content creation we actively connect with communities through outreach projects ensuring our work resonates far beyond the screen. Were a fast-paced dynamic team always innovating and evolving to deliver the best for our audience.

Were looking for a proactive multi-tasking Production Coordinator to join us someone ready to thrive in a creative and energetic environment. If you love Gaelic programming and want to be part of a team shaping the future of Gaelic storytelling wed love to hear from you!

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Organise travel and accommodation for crew presenters external suppliers and contributors for filming.
• Raise Smartbooks/Requisitions and Purchase orders for production spend and ensuring running costs are updated and accurate.
• Liaise with BBC departments to ensure Studio Craft and Post-production personnel are booked and kept informed of all planned and any schedule changes for filming.
• Ensure Albert documentation is collected and delivered on time and making sure the production is as sustainable as possible
• Ensure TX schedules are updated and relayed to the team.
• Complete all Post-Production paperwork using Silvermouse

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective relations with a wide range of contacts both internal and external to the BBC.
• Attention to detail especially when comparing updating TX schedules.
• Excellent knowledge of The Mod or Alba Childrens output on BBC Alba
• Experience of working in fast paced studio or OB large scale production team possessing excellent organisational and forward planning skills
• Experience of BBC systems such as Smartbook and Ariba Albert and Silvermouse

DESIRABLE:
Gaelic language

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