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dbskylerOpen position, right here: https://jobs.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc01.asp?s=jsUrXCzMkBNsPpBkh&newlang=1&jobid=25828,1402874123&key=15462128&c=612134123665&pagestamp=sekxulnetvsnbehnbf
And since I'm guessing the link will go away after the application closing date (Jan. 18), here is the full text of the job description. I think it's fascinating. Among the interesting details -- the position reports directly to Head of Drama for BBC Wales, not to the Executive Producers of the show.
Producer/Cynhyrchydd, Doctor Who
Ref 3584808
Region Wales
Contract Type Fixed Term
Job Category Programme Making
Closing date for applications 18 January 2009
Producer, Doctor Who
BBC Wales the makers of the immensely popular Doctor Who are looking for an experienced Producer to work on the next series written by Steven Moffat and shooting from July 2009.
Department: BBC Wales Drama
Grade: 9P
Base: Cardiff
Interviews will be held on 5th February 2009
Contract or Attachment from April 2009 until June 2010
For more information please contact Julie Scott on 02920 322 935
Closing date: 18th January 2009
To view and apply for this opportunity in Welsh, click here
https://jobs.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc04.asp?newms=jj&id=25828
JOB SPECIFICATION
A job specification is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job indicating duties, responsibilities, the degree of authority of the role, and the required knowledge, experience and personal attributes of the post holder.
AIMS OF THE JOB
- To be accountable for the delivery of productions on time and within the agreed editorial brief and production budget.
- To contribute to the continued development and implementation of the editorial vision for Doctor Who.
- To produce high quality, cost-effective drama within the framework of BBC Editorial Guidelines and Corporate objectives.
- To encourage, foster and develop creative talent and ability on behalf of Wales Drama Department.
- To ensure that the production values of Doctor Who are competitive with standards globally.
ORGANISATION
The post holder is responsible to the Head of Drama, BBC Wales.
ENVIRONMENT
The nature of television drama production, particularly on location, can involve long and unpredictable work patterns, and pressure to meet tight schedules. There must be no restriction on the ability of the post holder to travel within the UK or abroad, subject to the BBC's Conditions of Service Code of Practice and equal opportunities policies.
The post holder will be expected to carry out any or all of the following duties, the precise nature of which will be determined by the demands of a particular production.
MAIN DUTIES
- To be involved in the assessment of scripts in conjunction with the Executive Producers, Script Editors and Writers, and to balance editorial/artistic aspirations against cost.
- To be responsible for the construction of a full production schedule and budget in conjunction with the Associate Producer, Production Accountant and others as appropriate.
- To be responsible for the choice, negotiation, control and co-ordination of required production facilities, technical resources and staff and their cost-effective deployment including the work of the Associate Producer and Production Accountant assigned to the production.
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
- To ensure that scripts are finalised, in conjunction with the Head of Drama, Executive Producer, Director, Writer and Script Editor, so that dramatic standards of the required quality are achieved, within the legal, budgetary and timescale constraints.
- 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 .
- In conjunction with the Associate Producer and Drama 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.To generate creative ideas for all aspects of the production. To monitor production values and artistic standards and to balance these aspirations with costs.
- To ensure that day-to-day production expenditure is monitored in conjunction with the Associate Producer and Production Accountant.
- 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 establish and maintain contact with co-producers, and the BBC Wales New Media Production Team, and Doctor Who Confidential ensuring that their views and requirements are accurately represented and that contractual obligations are complied with.
- To ensure that all copyright, artist, freelance, supplier, and staff commitments and contractual obligations are met.
- 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 assess rushes, to identify and resolve problems in conjunction with the Director.
- To provide leadership, motivation and support to the whole team; to facilitate an effective working relationship between the team and the Director.
- 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 give feedback to individuals, to identify and resolve problems where necessary.
- To be aware of the full extent of the financial and purchasing authority of the post, and to ensure that this authority is exercised in accordance with Network Television and BBC financial arrangements.
- To offer ideas/support to the Director, to attend when necessary, rehearsals, shooting and post-production. When filming overseas, to attend location(s) and ensure that shooting complies with the laws, regulations and customs of the host country.
- To stimulate press and media interest in the production, authorising journalists and photographers agreed access to filming in conjunction with BBC Press and PR departments, BBC Wales Brand Team and Head of Drama.
- To be responsible for the delivery of the finished programme within all BBC editorial guidelines.
- 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.
- To manage the immediate and longer term public response effectively, particularly where the production may result in controversy.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Drama Department embraces the general statements of BBC policy in respect to the health, safety and welfare of employees at work by endeavouring to provide a safe and healthy working environment where our activities do not subject people to unnecessary risk. Our aim is to prevent accidents by developing industry standards and adopting best working practices.
Every person within Drama Department has a safety responsibility and individuals must be made aware of the legal, economic and moral duties regarding elimination of risk and accident prevention. This can only be achieved by providing staff with appropriate information, practical instruction coupled with suitable and sufficient training. Staffs are required to participate in appropriate training activities and refresher courses.
Further information on Drama Department safety policy arrangements and related issues is available from the Drama Department Safety Office.
In addition to the responsibilities placed on each individual, managers are tasked with additional duties to ensure that adequate planning, finance, supervision, training, control and monitoring is afforded our activities to promote and maintain safe working conditions.
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Drama production experience on large scale complex dramas involving effects 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, for drama productions.
- Knowledge of the internal and external resources/facilities market, and the PACT/ EQUITY agreement sufficient to enable informed and cost-effective contractual decisions to be made.
- Knowledge of corporate conditions of service, equal opportunities and health & safety policies, Editorial 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.
- Please note that proof of your legal right to work in the UK will be requested during the recruitment process.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- 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.
- Evidence of creative vision and ability to work well under pressure.
- Awareness of audience needs, and the ability to respond with original and viable production ideas.
- 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.
Competencies
Communication - able to express ideas clearly and adapt communication style to the needs of others by using a range of styles and approaches appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. The ability to understand the effect on others of one’s own personal style of communication.
Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and where necessary come up with creative solutions.
Decision Making - is ready and able to take initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of decisions.
Editorial Judgement - able to demonstrate balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of the project commissioning brief, audience requirements, project guidelines and objectives.
Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one's own organisation or job requirements.
Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.
Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Work co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Planning and Organising - able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resource requirements.
Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Developing talent and diversity - coaches others to build on strengths and improve on weakness, gives and listens to regular, honest feedback, grows the BBC’s new leaders, recruits and develops talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, connects with people from all parts of society.
Managing performance - sets challenging team and individual objectives and trusts people to get on with them, shares clear expectations about required performance levels, rewards success and addresses performance issues quickly and fairly, treats team members with honesty, respect and compassion.
Maximising business effectiveness - provides the best value by sharing our resources across the BBC, looks for value for money for licence payers, sets realistic budgets and manages them effectively, considers the business implications of decisions, avoids waste and challenges under use of resources.
You are applying for a job in an area of the BBC which operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you require further information relating to this scheme, or want to check your eligibility, please visit www.direct.gov.uk. Please note that if you are invited to attend an interview under this scheme you may be asked to provide documentary evidence related to your disability.
And since I'm guessing the link will go away after the application closing date (Jan. 18), here is the full text of the job description. I think it's fascinating. Among the interesting details -- the position reports directly to Head of Drama for BBC Wales, not to the Executive Producers of the show.
Producer/Cynhyrchydd, Doctor Who
Ref 3584808
Region Wales
Contract Type Fixed Term
Job Category Programme Making
Closing date for applications 18 January 2009
Producer, Doctor Who
BBC Wales the makers of the immensely popular Doctor Who are looking for an experienced Producer to work on the next series written by Steven Moffat and shooting from July 2009.
Department: BBC Wales Drama
Grade: 9P
Base: Cardiff
Interviews will be held on 5th February 2009
Contract or Attachment from April 2009 until June 2010
For more information please contact Julie Scott on 02920 322 935
Closing date: 18th January 2009
To view and apply for this opportunity in Welsh, click here
https://jobs.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc04.asp?newms=jj&id=25828
JOB SPECIFICATION
A job specification is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job indicating duties, responsibilities, the degree of authority of the role, and the required knowledge, experience and personal attributes of the post holder.
AIMS OF THE JOB
- To be accountable for the delivery of productions on time and within the agreed editorial brief and production budget.
- To contribute to the continued development and implementation of the editorial vision for Doctor Who.
- To produce high quality, cost-effective drama within the framework of BBC Editorial Guidelines and Corporate objectives.
- To encourage, foster and develop creative talent and ability on behalf of Wales Drama Department.
- To ensure that the production values of Doctor Who are competitive with standards globally.
ORGANISATION
The post holder is responsible to the Head of Drama, BBC Wales.
ENVIRONMENT
The nature of television drama production, particularly on location, can involve long and unpredictable work patterns, and pressure to meet tight schedules. There must be no restriction on the ability of the post holder to travel within the UK or abroad, subject to the BBC's Conditions of Service Code of Practice and equal opportunities policies.
The post holder will be expected to carry out any or all of the following duties, the precise nature of which will be determined by the demands of a particular production.
MAIN DUTIES
- To be involved in the assessment of scripts in conjunction with the Executive Producers, Script Editors and Writers, and to balance editorial/artistic aspirations against cost.
- To be responsible for the construction of a full production schedule and budget in conjunction with the Associate Producer, Production Accountant and others as appropriate.
- To be responsible for the choice, negotiation, control and co-ordination of required production facilities, technical resources and staff and their cost-effective deployment including the work of the Associate Producer and Production Accountant assigned to the production.
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
- To ensure that scripts are finalised, in conjunction with the Head of Drama, Executive Producer, Director, Writer and Script Editor, so that dramatic standards of the required quality are achieved, within the legal, budgetary and timescale constraints.
- 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 .
- In conjunction with the Associate Producer and Drama 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.To generate creative ideas for all aspects of the production. To monitor production values and artistic standards and to balance these aspirations with costs.
- To ensure that day-to-day production expenditure is monitored in conjunction with the Associate Producer and Production Accountant.
- 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 establish and maintain contact with co-producers, and the BBC Wales New Media Production Team, and Doctor Who Confidential ensuring that their views and requirements are accurately represented and that contractual obligations are complied with.
- To ensure that all copyright, artist, freelance, supplier, and staff commitments and contractual obligations are met.
- 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 assess rushes, to identify and resolve problems in conjunction with the Director.
- To provide leadership, motivation and support to the whole team; to facilitate an effective working relationship between the team and the Director.
- 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 give feedback to individuals, to identify and resolve problems where necessary.
- To be aware of the full extent of the financial and purchasing authority of the post, and to ensure that this authority is exercised in accordance with Network Television and BBC financial arrangements.
- To offer ideas/support to the Director, to attend when necessary, rehearsals, shooting and post-production. When filming overseas, to attend location(s) and ensure that shooting complies with the laws, regulations and customs of the host country.
- To stimulate press and media interest in the production, authorising journalists and photographers agreed access to filming in conjunction with BBC Press and PR departments, BBC Wales Brand Team and Head of Drama.
- To be responsible for the delivery of the finished programme within all BBC editorial guidelines.
- 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.
- To manage the immediate and longer term public response effectively, particularly where the production may result in controversy.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Drama Department embraces the general statements of BBC policy in respect to the health, safety and welfare of employees at work by endeavouring to provide a safe and healthy working environment where our activities do not subject people to unnecessary risk. Our aim is to prevent accidents by developing industry standards and adopting best working practices.
Every person within Drama Department has a safety responsibility and individuals must be made aware of the legal, economic and moral duties regarding elimination of risk and accident prevention. This can only be achieved by providing staff with appropriate information, practical instruction coupled with suitable and sufficient training. Staffs are required to participate in appropriate training activities and refresher courses.
Further information on Drama Department safety policy arrangements and related issues is available from the Drama Department Safety Office.
In addition to the responsibilities placed on each individual, managers are tasked with additional duties to ensure that adequate planning, finance, supervision, training, control and monitoring is afforded our activities to promote and maintain safe working conditions.
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Drama production experience on large scale complex dramas involving effects 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, for drama productions.
- Knowledge of the internal and external resources/facilities market, and the PACT/ EQUITY agreement sufficient to enable informed and cost-effective contractual decisions to be made.
- Knowledge of corporate conditions of service, equal opportunities and health & safety policies, Editorial 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.
- Please note that proof of your legal right to work in the UK will be requested during the recruitment process.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- 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.
- Evidence of creative vision and ability to work well under pressure.
- Awareness of audience needs, and the ability to respond with original and viable production ideas.
- 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.
Competencies
Communication - able to express ideas clearly and adapt communication style to the needs of others by using a range of styles and approaches appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. The ability to understand the effect on others of one’s own personal style of communication.
Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and where necessary come up with creative solutions.
Decision Making - is ready and able to take initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of decisions.
Editorial Judgement - able to demonstrate balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of the project commissioning brief, audience requirements, project guidelines and objectives.
Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one's own organisation or job requirements.
Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.
Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Work co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Planning and Organising - able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resource requirements.
Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Developing talent and diversity - coaches others to build on strengths and improve on weakness, gives and listens to regular, honest feedback, grows the BBC’s new leaders, recruits and develops talent from a diverse range of backgrounds, connects with people from all parts of society.
Managing performance - sets challenging team and individual objectives and trusts people to get on with them, shares clear expectations about required performance levels, rewards success and addresses performance issues quickly and fairly, treats team members with honesty, respect and compassion.
Maximising business effectiveness - provides the best value by sharing our resources across the BBC, looks for value for money for licence payers, sets realistic budgets and manages them effectively, considers the business implications of decisions, avoids waste and challenges under use of resources.
You are applying for a job in an area of the BBC which operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you require further information relating to this scheme, or want to check your eligibility, please visit www.direct.gov.uk. Please note that if you are invited to attend an interview under this scheme you may be asked to provide documentary evidence related to your disability.