Apprentice Producer - Bauer Media

Introduction

These roles are ideal for people who are passionate about radio, music, entertainment, digital content and learning how great audio is made.

We have 5 Apprentice Producer roles in; Kiss, Hits Radio, Bauer Radio Specialist Brands (Jazz FM / Planet Rock), Absolute Radio & Magic Radio & in the Music team. 

About the Employer

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.

What You'll Do

As an Apprentice Producer, you’ll support the teams who create, plan and deliver audio content every day. Depending on the role, this could include helping with live shows, editing audio, preparing content for broadcast, supporting presenters and producers, researching ideas, managing guests, working on competitions, speaking to listeners, organising content, and helping teams get ready for the next show.

Apprentice Producer; KISS

This role is focused on supporting pre-recorded shows across KISS and its sub-brands.

You’ll spend time editing audio, preparing content for broadcast, listening back to output and learning the technical side of radio production. Over time, you’ll build the skills to help produce smaller shows.

Apprentice Producer; Hits Radio

This role supports the Hits Radio breakfast team, working in both a live studio environment and on post-show production.

You’ll help the team during the live show, which could include answering studio calls, briefing callers, supporting producers and helping the show run smoothly. After the show, you’ll help with editing, planning, preparing content notes, sharing audio and getting things ready for the next day.

Apprentice Producer; Specialist Brands, including Jazz FM and Planet Rock

This role supports our Specialist Brands team, working across stations such as Jazz FM and Planet Rock.

You’ll help with station events, competitions, general admin and keeping archives organised. These brands also create detailed documentary-style content, so research will be an important part of the role.

Apprentice Producer; Absolute Radio and Magic Radio

This role works across both Absolute Radio and Magic Radio, supporting key shows and wider production tasks.

You’ll help with recording and editing, managing guests, listener engagement, and assistant production work on shows such as request shows. You’ll also support with services such as EPGs and other behind-the-scenes broadcast tasks.

Apprentice Producer; Music Team

This role supports the Music Team across our stations and platforms, including Rayo and our premium stations.

You’ll help with playlist research, music scheduling and reporting, supporting weekly playlist meetings for brands such as KISS and Hits Radio. This could include looking at trends, competitor activity, Spotify charts, social media and presenter feedback to help inform music decisions.

Training Outcome

Assistant Producer. Podcast Producer. Radio Planner. Producer.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Creativity
• Curiosity

Course Information

Course: Content creator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Creative and design

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Working week is 9am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. There may be evening and weekend work. You will be required to be in our Euston office a minimum of 2 days per week.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 5

Training Provider: BAUER RADIO LIMITED

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.