CONTRACT TYPE: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract / Attachment
DEPARTMENT: EastEnders
LOCATION: Elstree
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 28471 (including London Weighting). Salary is dependent on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The 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
This is the ideal entry-level role for a TV career in props! The Trainee Prop Hand will support the EastEnders Props team by assisting in the preparation delivery and maintenance of props and sets while completing a structured training programme.
The role aims to develop the practical skills technical knowledge and on-set awareness required to become a proficient Prop Hand contributing to the smooth and efficient running of a fast-paced drama production. Through hands-on experience teamwork and guidance from industry professionals the trainee will play an active role in maintaining high production standards and supporting the creation of engaging authentic on-screen storytelling.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Joining the EastEnders Props team offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industry-leading production. Youll learn from experienced professionals develop valuable practical skills and play a direct role in bringing iconic storylines to life. With structured training and clear progression its an ideal environment to launch a career in television production while contributing to a the weekly drama of Albert Square.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
Reporting to the EastEnders Prop Store Manager you will gain an understanding of the connection to the larger design team working alongside Designers and Art Directors including experienced Film and Television professionals where you will gain an in-depth understanding of what it entails to work on a large drama production.
Your duties will include:
Assist with setting and striking scenery including safe handling of props and set pieces
Prepare organise and deliver action props to set in line with filming requirements
Support studio standby to ensure props are ready and available during filming
Maintain continuity by ensuring props are correctly placed and consistent across scenes
Carry out general set housekeeping including cleaning organising and maintaining prop storage areas
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Demonstrated passion for television production particularly within drama and props
Some experience of working with props and/or production design whether that be professionally or from academic studies or courses.
Demonstrable willingness to learn with a proactive and self-motivated approach to tasks
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take direction from others
Experience of working comfortably in physically demanding environments including lifting and manual tasks
DESIRABLE
Full clean UK driving licence and flexibility to work in a fast-paced production setting
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
Required Experience:
Intern
JOB DETAILS JOB BAND: ACONTRACT TYPE: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract / AttachmentDEPARTMENT: EastEndersLOCATION: ElstreePROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 28471 (including London Weighting). Salary is dependent on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal ...
JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: A
CONTRACT TYPE: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract / Attachment
DEPARTMENT: EastEnders
LOCATION: Elstree
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 28471 (including London Weighting). Salary is dependent on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The 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
This is the ideal entry-level role for a TV career in props! The Trainee Prop Hand will support the EastEnders Props team by assisting in the preparation delivery and maintenance of props and sets while completing a structured training programme.
The role aims to develop the practical skills technical knowledge and on-set awareness required to become a proficient Prop Hand contributing to the smooth and efficient running of a fast-paced drama production. Through hands-on experience teamwork and guidance from industry professionals the trainee will play an active role in maintaining high production standards and supporting the creation of engaging authentic on-screen storytelling.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Joining the EastEnders Props team offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industry-leading production. Youll learn from experienced professionals develop valuable practical skills and play a direct role in bringing iconic storylines to life. With structured training and clear progression its an ideal environment to launch a career in television production while contributing to a the weekly drama of Albert Square.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
Reporting to the EastEnders Prop Store Manager you will gain an understanding of the connection to the larger design team working alongside Designers and Art Directors including experienced Film and Television professionals where you will gain an in-depth understanding of what it entails to work on a large drama production.
Your duties will include:
Assist with setting and striking scenery including safe handling of props and set pieces
Prepare organise and deliver action props to set in line with filming requirements
Support studio standby to ensure props are ready and available during filming
Maintain continuity by ensuring props are correctly placed and consistent across scenes
Carry out general set housekeeping including cleaning organising and maintaining prop storage areas
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Demonstrated passion for television production particularly within drama and props
Some experience of working with props and/or production design whether that be professionally or from academic studies or courses.
Demonstrable willingness to learn with a proactive and self-motivated approach to tasks
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take direction from others
Experience of working comfortably in physically demanding environments including lifting and manual tasks
DESIRABLE
Full clean UK driving licence and flexibility to work in a fast-paced production setting
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
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