/commissioning/ en Copyright 2013 Wed, 15 May 2013 17:52:40 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification BBC Radio 5 live is to commission from either an independent production company or an in house provider coverage of the 606 football phone-ins for the next two seasons to provide two programmes per week, one on a Saturday evening and one on a Sunday evening. /commissioning/news/5-live-606-football-phone-in---invitation-to-tender.shtml News Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:27:27 +0000 Creative Skillset and Creative Diversity Network North have launched Northern Lights, a ground-breaking diversity initiative aimed at programme makers based in the North of England. /commissioning/news/northern-lights-diversity-initiative.shtml News Mon, 07 Jan 2013 18:23:00 +0000 Mark Linsey gives an update on the Entertainment briefs from the Autumn for One Best Idea on BBC1 & BBC3 and the Fast Formats intiative for upcoming talent. /commissioning/news/entertainment-commissioning-briefs---autumn-update.shtml News Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:51:36 +0000 The BBC has unveiled their Christmas treats for 2012. Further details of highlights from across the BBC genres and platforms are available here along with press releases and video. /commissioning/news/bbc-announces-2012-christmas-season.shtml News Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:43:02 +0000 The autumn commissioning round is now open. The round includes tenders for comedy, archive programmes and you can find more information and editorial guidance on how to pitch. /commissioning/news/radio-4-extra-autumn-2012-commisisoning.shtml News Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:48:00 +0000 BBC Radio 3 is retendering the strand Private Passions (one of Radio 3's high-profile strands which features regularly in press previews) as part of the WOCC and is open to all suppliers, internal and external, who can demonstrate experience and expertise in producing a major weekly music strand. /commissioning/news/bbc-radio-3-commissioning-opportunity---private-passions.shtml News Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:48:30 +0000 BBC Radio 2 is looking to commission a production team and producer for a new programme which will be a Sunday evening programme presented by Michael Ball. This will be a warm, nostalgic format for the older listener with the potential for broader appeal right across the networks demographic. /commissioning/news/bbc-radio-2---invitation-to-tender-for-the-michael-ball-show.shtml News Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:13:45 +0000 BBC Radio 3 is retendering the strand Late Junction (our late night strand across many musical genres) for transmissions from 2 April 2013 as part of the WOCC and is open to all suppliers, internal and external, who can demonstrate experience and expertise in producing a major daily music strand. /commissioning/news/bbc-radio-3-commissioning-opportunity---late-junction.shtml News Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:08:50 +0000 BBC iPlayer won Digital Innovation Award at Edinburgh TV Festival this year, has been voted one of the coolest brands in the UK and this week launches on the Sky platform. Find out about our latest TV online content commissions and new launches. /commissioning/news/latest-news-and-commissioning-strategy-for-tv-online-and-red-button.shtml News Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:48:01 +0000 BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra are inviting proposals for the programmes 'BBC Radio 1 Stories' and 'BBC Radio 1Xtra Stories' which are to be broadcast on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 1Xtra in 2013. Successfully commissioned programmes will air from January 2013 onwards. /commissioning/news/bbc-radio-1-and-1xtra-stories.shtml News Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:48:08 +0000 Proposals are invited from companies interested in continuing and developing Something Understood, the meditative strand which for many years has featured in the early morning and late evening Sunday schedule. Find out more about how to submit, contact details and what's required by the deadline of 15th November 2012. /commissioning/news/proposals-are-invited-from-companies.shtml News Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:18:12 +0000 BBC "Bitesize" is a study support service for students, helping 6-16 year old with their coursework, homework and preparation for tests and exams. We are commissioning for the Shakespeare offering in 12/13. Find out more and where to pitch to. /commissioning/news/bbc-learning-opportunity-bitesize-ks3-shakespeare-201213.shtml News Fri, 21 Sep 2012 17:58:31 +0000 BBC Radio 5 live is looking to commission from independent production companies some topical news based programme ideas for broadcast in 2013 that will enhance 5 live's reputation as a home of high quality topical news journalism. /commissioning/news/5-live---news-ideas-commissioning-round-september-2012.shtml News Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:24:34 +0000 We are interested in new ways of involving and representing communities throughout the UK in Songs of Praise. We would be particularly interested in proposals from producers in Wales with production teams experienced in producing event programming. /commissioning/news/songs-of-praise-commissioning-opportunity.shtml News Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:31:34 +0000 The BBC has updated its requirements and process for stills delivery, find out more about how this may affect your productions and where to access the BBC Pictures' guide to publicity stills and BBC Editorial guidelines for picture publicity. /commissioning/news/bbc-publicity-stills-requirements-updated.shtml News Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:26:00 +0000 Radio 3 are launching their commissioning round for strands: Sunday Feature, Music Feature, Between the Ears, The Essay and Specials on Radio 3 for financial year 2013/14. You can find all the briefs and further information on this page. /commissioning/news/radio-3-commissioning-round-2-201314-opens.shtml News Thu, 06 Sep 2012 18:38:17 +0000 The CDN Awards focus on output and content across the entire television industry (not just the BBC) and are open to all in house and independent production companies and programme makers. Tuesday September 11th, 5pm is the closing deadline, find out more about the criteria and how to enter. /commissioning/news/creative-diversity-network-awards.shtml News Thu, 06 Sep 2012 15:24:37 +0000 The Digital Production Partnership (DPP) - the industry collaboration between ITV, Channel 4 and the BBC - has unveiled its new Metadata Application. Find out more about what this means for productions and delivery. /commissioning/news/digital-production-partnership-unveils-new-metadata-application.shtml News Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:18:30 +0000 The Learning Zone is looking to commission another 60 minutes of original drama for slightly older children in KS3/4. We are seeking ideas for short (10 - 15 minute) dramas that reflect some of the key issues. Find out more about this opportunity for the Learning Zone. /commissioning/news/learning-zone-opportunity-drama-pshe-ks34.shtml News Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:53:07 +0000 The Learning Zone is keen to commission a PSHE series on Body Image for Secondary Schools in Key Stage 3/4 (11-16). Body Image is a critical issue for young people today. Find out more about this opportunity for the Learning Zone. /commissioning/news/learning-zone-opportunity-pshe-body-image-ks34.shtml News Fri, 03 Aug 2012 18:50:03 +0000 BBC Asian Network have released five tenders for a range of programmes including a new Music Show, a Weekend Breakfast Show, an Asian Network Request Show, an Official Download Asian Chart Show and an Asian Network Anthems Show. /commissioning/news/bbc-asian-network-commissioning-opportunities.shtml News Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:43:41 +0000 The Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Nick Grimshaw launches in late September and Radio 1 are looking to commission a strong sonic identity for it. There is an opportunity available to put forward your demos to Radio 1 for this new breakfast show. /commissioning/news/radio-1-breakfast-show-imaging-opportunity.shtml News Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:16:12 +0000 BBC Learning's "Bitesize" is a study support service for students, helping 6-16 year old with their coursework, homework and preparation for tests and exams. We are commissioning 20 x 3' short-form videos for KS3 French. Find out more and where to pitch to. /commissioning/news/bbc-learning-opportunity-bitesize-20-x-3-short-form.shtml News Thu, 26 Jul 2012 10:33:59 +0000 After the success of BBC Three's Feed My Funny Exclusives pilots, we are now on the look-out for innovative ideas for the next series of long form Feed My Funny Exclusives to commission later this year. Find out more about what we're looking for and who to pitch to. /commissioning/news/comedy-opportunity-feed-my-funny---online-pilots.shtml News Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:12:42 +0000 The main commissioning round 2013/14 for Radio 2 was launched on the 17th July at the Media Cafe in New BH and here you can find the brief and more information about the round comprised of documentaries, specials and ideas they are looking for on this page. /commissioning/news/radio-2-main-commissioning-round-201314.shtml News Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:00:01 +0000 The new CBeebies Radio Online brief has been published. CBeebies are looking for 10 X 10 minute character-led audio pieces for pre-school audience (up to 6 years of age). Find out more information and the closing date for submissions from the CBeebies commissioning team. /commissioning/news/new-cbeebies-radio-online-brief-july-2012.shtml News Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:34:52 +0000 The latest Science & Natural History Commissioning development briefs from Kim Shillinglaw have been published. Find out more about the commissioning slot details, what's been working well on the channels and where opportunities exist. /commissioning/news/new-science-natural-history-commissioning-priorities-now-available-june-2012.shtml News Tue, 10 Jul 2012 16:10:47 +0000 The latest History & Business Commissioning development briefs and showreel from Martin Davidson have been published. Find out more about the commissioning slot details, what's been working well on the channels and where opportunities exist. /commissioning/news/new-history-business-commissioning-priorities-now-available-july-2012.shtml News Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:12:56 +0000 BBC local radio is putting out to tender the production of an all-local radio evening programme, broadcast Monday to Friday 7 to 10pm on all 39 local radio stations. On this page you can read the brief and find out further information about the tender. /commissioning/news/bbc-local-radio-evening-tender.shtml News Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:37:39 +0000 The latest Religion & Ethics Commissioning development briefs from Aaqil Ahmed have been published. Find out more about the commissioning slot details, what's been working well on the channels and where opportunities exist. /commissioning/news/new-religion-ethics-commissioning-priorities-now-available-june-2012.shtml News Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:07:15 +0000