Role Responsibility

Working closely with the Series Producer, Planning Producer and Director, you will provide specialist horticultural support to the Gardeners’ World team. At times, the work may involve long and unpredictable work patterns. Normal office hours will generally apply, but a flexible approach is required, subject to the BBC’s policies and guidelines. Duties will vary according to the nature of the output, but are likely to include the following:

• Undertake independent research to a specific brief using whatever resources are available, evaluating and presenting the information in an easy to understand format.
• Identify suitable locations for filming which could be anywhere in the UK or beyond.
• Liaise with presenters, contributors and organisations, both in the office ahead of a shoot and out on location.
• Source plants or props for filming, often at short notice.
• Provide support for the edit, ensuring factual accuracy throughout and tracking down archive from a variety of sources.
• Contribute ideas for future episodes and assist in any other general programme duties as required.
• Provide specific support to the Assistant Producer as specified by the Assistant Producer.

The Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate

• A passion for horticulture with a relevant qualification and an excellent working knowledge of plants and all aspects of the gardening calendar.
• Exceptional research skills with a good nose for a story and an ability to turn complex information into accurate, engaging summaries.
• Great communicator with the confidence to build strong working relationships with a wide range of contacts.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines in a fast turnaround environment.
• A strong desire to make engaging television.
• Excellent attention to detail and factual accuracy.
• Ability to plan ahead for all likely eventualities and suggest / implement on agreement solutions to potential situations.
• Finding locations and sourcing props and plants within BBC editorial guidelines.
• Desire to learn new technical skills as required. 
• Driving license is desirable.