Job Description

The main duties will include:
To commission and brief appropriate writers, to develop scripts, subject to legal and copyright constraints, and editorial and financial approval
To oversee the assessment and development of scripts through to the shoot in conjunction with Script Producer, Script Editors and Writers, and to balance editorial/artistic aspirations against cost
To generate creative ideas for serial storylines and guest stories
To be responsible for the construction of a block/standalone production schedule and budget in conjunction with the Line Producer, Story Scheduler, Production Manager and others as appropriate
To ensure that scripts are finalised on time, in conjunction with the Director, Writer and Script Team, so that dramatic standards of the required quality are achieved, within the legal, budgetary and timescale constraints, ensuring that any copyright clearances and negative checks have been completed as required
To ensure that on-screen content reflects the diversity of British society, and that ethnic and other groups are portrayed appropriately, in line with BBC Editorial Guidelines
To be involved in casting and appointments of Directors , 1st AD’s , DOP’s etc as appropriate
To be responsible, working closely with the Production Manager for the choice, control and co-ordination of required production facilities, technical resources and staff and their cost-effective deployment
To be responsible for all required production staff and crew; to ensure that they possess appropriate qualifications (e.g. electricians), experience and safety expertise, and are appointed in line with BBC Editorial Guidelines and employment policy. To refer to specialist support departments as necessary e.g. HR Direct or the Scripted Production Talent Unit
In conjunction with the Line Producer, PM and Scripted Productions Safety Rep(s), to ensure that all staff have undertaken the interactive health & safety training module, prior to commencement of the production. NB see general section on health & safety
To be accountable for the maintenance of health & safety standards throughout the production process, with particular attention to facilitating editorial appropriate scripts for filming under COVID restrictions
To manage staff throughout the production. To ensure staff performance is accurately and objectively monitored, recorded and communicated to the appropriate line manager or employer. To provide feedback to individuals and to identify and resolve problems where necessary
To provide leadership, motivation and support to the whole team; to facilitate an effective working relationship between the team and the Director
To assess rushes, to identify and resolve problems in conjunction with the Director
To ensure that all clearances and negative checks are completed as required
To generate creative ideas, treatments and formats for all aspects of the production. To monitor production values and artistic standards and to balance these aspirations with costs
To assess the impact of decisions affecting the budget and schedule, to monitor expenditure levels, revising production schedules and managing expenditure as necessary within the budget
To ensure that adequate insurance arrangements are in place in accordance with the BBC insurance scheme, and where possible, to take action to reduce the cost of any claims. To ensure compliance with the requirements of any completion bond companies or insurers
To offer ideas/support to the Director, to attend when necessary, rehearsals, shooting and post-production. If/When filming overseas, to attend location(s) and ensure that shooting complies with the laws, regulations and customs of the host country
To identify potential press and media interest in the production, authorising journalists and photographers agreed access to filming in conjunction with Holby City Series Producer, BBC Press and PR departments
To monitor production values and artistic standards throughout the shoot and to balance these aspirations with costs and delivery on time
To maintain high standards through the assemblies, fine cut and dub
To ensure that production documentation and agreed delivery materials are completed and passed to appropriate areas as required by the BBC and co-producers within the agreed delivery schedule in conjunction with the Post Production Supervisor
To be responsible for the delivery of the finished programme within all BBC editorial guidelines and seek advice from Editorial Policy when appropriate
To manage the immediate and longer term public response effectively, particularly where the production may result in controversy
 

Drama producing experience gained from a variety of productions, preferably including a long-running drama series or significant script editing experience and deputising for the Producer.
A passion for and knowledge of Drama, especially Holby City, is essential
A wide ranging knowledge of television production processes, preferably gained within drama, and an understanding of the jobs of programme and resource personnel engaged to complete the production
Experience of reconciling artistic aspiration with financial constraint, of planning and revising production budgets and schedules and to deliver programmes on time and within budget
Knowledge of the skills/abilities of professionals within the industry
Knowledge of, and ability to generate creative ideas, treatments and treatments for drama productions
Knowledge of the internal and external resources/facilities market, and the BBC/Equity and BECTU agreements for Continuing Drama sufficient to enable informed and cost-effective contractual decisions to be made
Knowledge of corporate conditions of service, equal opportunities and health & safety policies, Producer Guidelines, contracts, and relevant trade union agreements
Effective negotiating and management skills; and experience of leading and motivating teams
Proven ability to influence and resolve differences in professional opinions, particularly where conflict may exist. Resilience and stamina sufficient to sustain performance when under pressure from tight schedules
An understanding of and the ability to handle confidential and commercially sensitive information with tact and diplomacy

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Evidence of interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to establish credibility with colleagues and to foster effective working relationships with a wide range of production and non-production personnel, internal and external to the BBC Awareness of audience needs, and the ability to respond with original and viable production ideas. 3. The ability to construct effective production teams, taking into account relative strengths/weaknesses Effective time-management and self-scheduling abilities Ability to keep abreast of professional, technological and working practice changes