BBC Studios Audio- recruiting Staff Writer

Key Responsibilities

To write for any show as required; the BBC produce a wide of variety of formats and styles. You’ll be a versatile writer who can create one-liners, host links, sketches, narrative and more.
To contribute as required to long-running topical series, working to tight deadlines.
To script edit sketch and narrative comedy shows
To write to a brief set by a producer or another writer
To contribute to idea generating sessions
To work in a team and also independently.
To develop scripted and non-scripted podcast ideas for development.
To write on behalf of the BBC Studios Audio social media accounts
To write trails and promotional material.
To be fully aware of the Health and Safety responsibilities of this job role as stated in the department’s Health and Safety Policy and always act responsibly when working on productions.
To comply with the BBC’s policies on Diversity and Inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate
Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Good knowledge of comedy and passion for both the comedy world and writing comedy.
At least two broadcast comedy writing credits that are not just one-liners, these can be on TV, Radio or online platforms.
Ability to work with our performers and writers, creating material that showcases them at their best.
Able to write to a brief set by others.
Self-starter who is able to instigate projects and take an active role in their development.
Good communication skills with the ability to express all issues and ideas clearly and concisely.
Ability to work to a deadline.
Ability to treat colleagues with respect and inclusivity and support and encourage others.

Competencies

Writing skill- This is an entry level job for someone at the start of a promising career in writing comedy. You must display a passion for making comedy your career.
Imagination and creative thinking- Demonstrate original, imaginative ideas that are well written and funny.
Self-Starter- Able to originate and develop their original ideas, working to notes and briefs from commissioners.
Planning and organising- Demonstrates an ability to think ahead in order to plan and prioritise work and ensure meetings are attended on time and agreed deadlines met.
Strong communication skills- Always able to maintain good communication, taking the initiative to make the most of opportunities.
Managing relationships- Demonstrates ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Able to listen to and process feedback with maturity.
Writing for others.- Ability to adapt to writing in other people’s voices and enjoying that process.

Contract:12 month FTC (6 months initially)
Location:London

Published on:

17 Nov 2020