The Post Production Trainee undertakes a range of operational duties and they assist Editors and Post Production work flows. They will establish and maintain good management of media, operational and technical standards.


This is an entry-level role and we're looking for new talent based in the West Midlands as we continue to build our teams.


What are the Post Production Trainee's Main Responsibilities?

• Assisting with digitising rushes and importing sound and reporting any technical problems to the appropriate edit assistant/editor.
• Assisting in daily and weekly assembly play outs.
• Assisting in creating play outs, Open Media Framework Interchanges (OMFIs) and Edit Decisions Lists (EDLs) at the end of each block.
• Helping to identify equipment defects, errors, problems, abnormal operating conditions and where possible, suggest or take remedial action.
• Assisting with creating and keeping a library of sound FX, music, outtakes and useful archive footage.
• Assisting with creating and keeping a library of clips from episodes to be used in show reels.
• Assisting in editing web clips, cast web interviews and in-house show reels.
• To act as the first port of call for clients using the facility by giving them a warm welcome and greeting.
• Other duties and projects as may reasonably be required by Post Production.


WHAT DOES IT TAKE?
To be successful in this role, you must have the follow:

• Demonstrable knowledge of post-production programme making techniques.
• Demonstrable keen interest in all of post-production, particularly all aspects of audio for screen.
• General knowledge of programme making process and edit work flows.
• Demonstrable willingness to learn, and examples of a pro-active attitude leading you to beyond your primary duties.
• Experience of establishing and maintaining effective relations with a wide range of contacts, utilising you strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience of working in a pressurised and stretched environment.
• Ability to consider and propose new ways of working to improve existing processes.
• Demonstrable strong organisational and planning skills and managing conflicting demands to meet deadlines.
• Some knowledge of Pro Tools would be desirable.
• Passionate about BBC Studios Drama Productions.




Eligibility is a requirement of our funding and means we are able to offer paid placements. Please ensure you meet the following criteria before applying:


• Must be resident in the area of the West Midlands Combined Authority
• Aged 19 years or over
• Not currently in full or part time education