We are looking for a Development AP for a one year contract to work in development for Factual Entertainment & Events. This particular role is focused on US facing development, working on ideas for US broadcasters and SVODs.

Role Responsibility
* Knowledge of the US market and experience developing for US networks, cable channels and the SVODs (including Netflix) will be a bonus. A seasoned UK Fact Ent developer without US experience will also be considered.
* To support the development, management and creation content on a variety of platforms.
* To work effectively with other departments, suppliers & partners (internal & external) ensuring the BBC maintains excellent relationships throughout.
* To ensure all content is of a first class standard: thoroughly researched and accurate, in-keeping with audience needs and expectations.
* To ensure that output complies with BBC editorial, technical, design and accessibility standards, and that BBC Health and Safety policy is observed.
* To be technically proficient to the requirements of the role.
* Direct and coordinate resources in a busy, production environment.
* Nurture and develop junior members of the team
* To ensure BBC output reflects the needs of our audiences.
* Creative self-starter with initiative and tenacity and ability to see how their work fits in with the wider needs of department.
* To use a variety of specialist production skills in a multi-skilled environment.

The Ideal Candidate
* Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in generating new Fact Ent series and reformatting existing ideas.
* You will have excellent writing skills, be confident creating eye-catching decks and be comfortable using PowerPoint.
* Previous experience working in unscripted/factual entertainment TV development
* Experience in creating first class content.
* Demonstrable experience of working in a broadcast or content production environment
* Familiarity with research techniques and sources for the verification of the accuracy of material.
* Experience of writing clear and concise material which may be used for briefs, scripts, or digital platforms.
* Ability to use IT proficiently, including a range of software packages.
* Experience of influencing, negotiating and communicating effectively both internally and with external agencies/partners.
* A strong communicator and ability to simplify complex problems. Proven ability to influence decision-making at all levels and experience managing commercial and contractual relationships with third party suppliers and partners.
* Effective planning and organising skills. Ability to concentrate on several areas of work at one time, prioritising, delivering consistently to deadlines and reacting positively to changes and conflicting priorities.
* Ability to prioritise a conflicting workload efficiently and to maintain standards of accuracy and attention to detail when working to deadlines or changing priorities.