Assistant Post Production Editor in Birmingham

JOB BAND: B
CONTRACT TYPE: Full‑time, fixed‑term (up to 20 March 2026)
LOCATION: Birmingham – hybrid (2 days per week in office)
SALARY: £25,700 – £34,700 (based on skills and experience)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The BBC TV Social Edit Hub is looking for a Junior Editor to join for a 3‑month contract. You will create engaging social content that amplifies BBC iPlayer programmes across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook. This is an entry‑level opportunity to shape how BBC content reaches younger viewers.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer an exciting, creative environment that champions collaboration and growth. You will own edits from start to finish, collaborate with producers and campaign teams, and bring fresh ideas to enhance audience engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit clips, cutdowns and bespoke social content using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Format and optimise content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook
• Work across genres – from Entertainment and Reality to Documentaries
• Ensure content meets editorial and compliance standards, working closely with producers and stakeholders

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Good experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and evidence of creating social platform content
• Understanding of how young audiences engage with TikTok, YouTube and Instagram
• Strong editorial eye and storytelling instincts tailored for social formats
• Confidence juggling multiple tasks and thriving in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment

DESIRED (NOT REQUIRED)

• Some knowledge of Photoshop / After Effects
• Knowledge of latest trends and best practices in social video editing
• Experience in post‑production workflows and delivery standards
• Editing long‑form and short‑form content for social media

BENEFITS

• Fair pay and flexible benefits, including a competitive salary, 35‑hour working week, 25 days annual leave (plus option to buy 5 extra days), defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym
• Excellent career and professional development opportunities
• Support for flexible working – discuss with us at any stage
• Values‑based culture that prioritises inclusion and belonging

INCLUSION STATEMENT

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion or belief. The BBC is a disability confident employer – if you need adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, please contact reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk.