BBC Vision Intake Pool

The Vision Intake Pool is a clear route into BBC production and content teams for the entry level roles of Runner and Production Management Assistant.  Once you have been accepted into the pool you may be offered contracts as and when there is a need on a production team. There is no guarantee of work and contract lengths will vary depending on the need of the production. All positions will be based in London.

What is BBC Vision?
BBC Vision Productions is the in-house programme making and multiplatform area in the BBC, it produces programmes such as Watchdog, Little Dorrit, Top Gear and Blue Peter.

What is a Runner?
A Runner is a general support to a production team, they assist all members of the team by running errands, such as taking tapes or equipment from one location to another.  Duties range from providing help with buying props or equipment for filming, preparing studios or locations, and you may be required to do basic research and contribute to programme ideas.  You could also be required to make drinks and buy food for the team on location or meet and greet people.  

What is a Production Management Assistant?
A Production Management Assistant is a general administrative support to the production team.  They assist with the planning and organising of the team during the  production process.  They may book travel and accommodation, do basic purchasing, process expenses, and book and arrange meetings.  They may assist with booking the resources that are needed and completing production related paperwork.

What will I be paid as a Runner or a Production Management Assistant?
As a runner you will be paid between £18,000 and £20,000 pa and as a Production Management Assistant you will be paid between £20,000 and £21,000 pa.  You could be paid weekly or monthly depending on your contractual status.

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