Apprentice Production Assistant Review
at BBC
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Television/Film/Media
Salford Quays
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
My over all role varies day to day and depending on what team/ area I am placed in. I have recently finished a children's campaign where I would complete daily production tasks for the team. These included updating and editing the website, working with members of the public and talent, and tracking the development of the campaign.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy the apprenticeship programme for its opportunities to grow in a busy working media environment. This placement has allowed me to work on creative and busy campaigns, learning networking, editing and filming skills along the way.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt website, social, video, audio and filming skills across my time at the BBC so far.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The structure of my apprenticeship allows me to experience different areas of the company gaining new skills, knowledge and experience throughout my thirteen months.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a strong amount of support from my employer throughout my apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have a strong amount of support from my training provider throughout my apprenticeship.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel great about my training provider, and I do believe that the qualification helps towards me performing better in my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, I am taking part in internal and external placement opportunities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BBC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a great and supportive place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?
Be yourself and learn the values.
