Researcher - See Hear
- Recruiter
- BBC
- Location
- Bristol
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 27 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 01 May 2017
- Sectors
- Media & Digital Media
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Introduction
See Hear is BBC Two's magazine programme for deaf and hard-of-hearing people in the UK. It's one of the longest running deaf TV programmes in the world. We cover a wide range of topics relating to Deaf people, the Deaf community and Deaf culture - challenging the authorities, profiling high achieving Deaf people and looking back at Deaf history. The programme is presented in British Sign Language with subtitles and audio interpretation to ensure it can be accessed by everyone. We're now seeking a talented researcher to join us on See Hear to undertake research for the programme and to come up with lots of ideas for features.
See Hear is part of the thriving BBC Studios Unscripted Productions team in Bristol. The unit is responsible for some of the biggest shows on TV including Countryfile, Antiques Roadshow and DIY SOS.
Role Responsibility To support the production team with all aspects of production (e.g. managing logistics, contributing to scripts and schedules, supporting edits, etc.) To be involved in researching and setting up filming, including the identification of suitable programme contributors, locations, storylines and archive, working closely at all times to the editorial brief of the Director. To work as part of a strong and effective team, and using your judgement to refer upwards when appropriate. To work effectively to ensure all content is thoroughly researched and meets the BBC's editorial standards. To work on live and pre-recorded programming. To carry out all duties in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
The Ideal Candidate A good knowledge of deaf culture and the deaf community is highly desirable for this role. Proficiency in British Sign Language is not essential but would be an advantage. You will have a strong background in television production. You will have experience in locating relevant sources of information regarding contributors, locations, sequences, stills illustrations and photographs, and the ability to critically assess the quality and accuracy of information. You will have the ability to produce accurate research information and detailed briefing notes, and to distil information into usable treatments. You will have the confidence to identify new angles to stories, recognise potential items and to originate and develop ideas. You will have a current knowledge of the subject area and the target audience. Experience of event planning and organisation would be an advantage.
Package Description
Job Title: Researcher - See Hear
Department: Unscripted - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Grade: 5
Start Date: May 2017
About the Company
We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are very important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below. You'll be asked questions relating to them as part of your application for this role.
The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.
Salary: . Date posted: 26/04/2017