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Executive Producer and Producer / Uwch Gynhyrchydd a Cynhyrchydd (Drama)

Job Ref. No
998218
Location
Cardiff
Contract Type
Attachment/Fixed Term
Contract Duration
18 months
Job Category:
Content Making
Closing date for applications
27 May 2013 at 11:59pm

Department

BBC Cymru Wales Drama Production makes some of the most original, diverse and highly acclaimed television dramas. Recent dramas produced in our studios at Roath Lock, Cardiff include Doctor Who, Wizards vs Aliens, Casualty and our local drama Pobol y Cwm.
We are currently recruiting the following:
1 x Exec Producer, Wizards v Aliens (part time)
1 x Producer, Doctor Who (half of the series)
Please specify on the application form whether you are applying for the Exec Producer role, Producer role, or both roles.

Role

We are looking for candidates with extensive experience in producing complex action packed drama which appeals to the broad BBC One, or cbbc audience, who will help develop, communicate and implement the creative vision for each show.

You will be accountable for the delivery of productions on time and within the agreed editorial brief and production budget.  You will contribute to the continued development and implementation of the editorial vision and produce high quality, cost-effective drama within the framework of BBC Editorial Guidelines and Corporate objectives.

Working closely with our Lead Writers you will consistently deliver fresh, original, high quality and high profile episode. 

Requirements

If you are strong editorially, driven, self-motivated, approachable and passionate about making popular, ground-breaking television drama, we’d love to hear from you.

Experience of producing complex dramas including effects is essential. You must have original and creative ideas for storylines and characters as well as the skills and abilities to communicate these to the team.  You need experience of leading a production team; an eye for detail and be used to working with internal and external stakeholders such as co-producers.  You’ll be privy to confidential and commercially sensitive information so it’s important you understand how to handle this. In addition you’ll have an awareness of our audiences and the knowledge of professionals within the industry including writers, directors, production teams and actors. 
This is not your normal 9-5 job, so you will need to be flexible with your time and duties and demonstrate resilience.
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For more information please contact Julie Scott, 02920 769520
To view and apply for this vacancy in Welsh please click here