JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Talent Pool
DEPARTMENT: EastEnders
LOCATION: Elstree
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE £45000 -£50000 (including London weighting). Salary 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 world's 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 Junior Production Manager role on EastEnders is a fantastic opportunity for enhancing your production skills and taking your career to the next level.

We are on the lookout for people who have worked in soap as a First Assistant Director or extensively as Second Assistant Director or Production Coordinator and understand the dynamics of a multi-team, multi-unit and multi-camera drama set up. You will work alongside a team of experienced Production Managers to manage schedule cast and crew, and work closely with directors and producers to support creative ambition, whilst protecting the budget and schedule.

You will gain the experience to confidently lead your block from prep to delivery, remaining aligned with other block teams and reacting to change with ease and a pragmatic, organised approach.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

One of the UK's most ambitious and iconic soaps, EastEnders, is looking to open up its Junior Production Manager talent pool.

The Production Management team on EastEnders are vital to the smooth running, safety and success of the show and the Junior Production Manager plays a vital part in this. Working across blocks, the Production Management team are responsible for supporting with scheduling, budget management, compliance and people management, and are the control centre for all that we do.

JUNIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER TALENT POOL

This talent pool is an opportunity for us to reach out and engage with people who want to work as a Junior Production Manager.

If you are invited to work on EastEnders you will need to be based in BBC Elstree, London for the duration of the contract, or live within a commutable distance. Unfortunately we don't provide financial assistance for relocation or travel expenses.

When we have opportunities we may hire directly from the pool if someone has the exact skills and experience required. If it's a more general opportunity we will reach out to the pool and invite expressions of interest - if you're not available, don't worry, we accept this is going to be the case and you can just submit interest the next time something comes up.

Unfortunately, being selected for the pool doesn't mean that you will definitely end up working with us, but it does mean you will be considered when opportunities come up.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Oversee preparation, crewing, and shooting for assigned blocks
• Ensure projects meet financial and timeline targets without compromising creative quality through effective planning and monitoring
• Maintain a safe working environment and advise on relevant legislation and policies impacting production
• Act as a point of contact for crew and cast queries, escalate concerns, and collaborate with Directors and Producers to align creative vision with operational constraints
• Source suppliers, negotiate contracts for specialised services, and champion efficiency, diversity, and inclusion within production

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITIERA:

• Proven experience as a 1st Assistant Director ,2nd or Production coordinator on a continuing drama, with strong knowledge of multi-team, multi-unit, and multi-camera setups
• A demonstratable understanding of managing schedules and budgets using tools like Excel and Movie Magic.
• Demonstrable understanding of end-to-end multi-platform production processes and experience in monitoring health and safety compliance.
• Experienced in managing elements of production teams, resolving issues through difficult conversations, and providing constructive feedback to maintain performance standards and a positive, inclusive culture
• Exceptional ability to handle conflicting demands under tight deadlines, combined with a strong passion for drama, especially EastEnders
  

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