Assistant Producer

About the role

Islam Channel English is looking for an experienced Assistant Producer to help create and share high-quality, inspirational content for a Muslim audience in the UK and around the world. The role covers lifestyle, current affairs, factual, religious programmes and documentaries, and reports to Department Heads and Producers. Hours are full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday in UK London time (9am-6pm), with flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and extra hours.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and produce original content, programmes, series and podcasts from concept to completion, across platforms
• Keep projects within the company vision, budget, resources and agreed timeframe
• Plan and run the development phase: research, treatment, scriptwriting, arranging guests and presenters, and correspondence
• Lead pre-production kick-off meetings, brief the team and crew, and manage volunteers, interns, researchers and presenters
• Create content for the channel's social media
• Organise location shoots, liaise with the Studio Manager to book them and plan sets, lighting and filming; ensure sets and locations are fit for filming and that audio, lighting and visuals are high quality
• Follow Applicable Ofcom guidelines and editorial policy, conduct risk assessments and ensure health and safety on every shoot
• Check invoices, purchase orders and expense claims before approval, and obtain bookings, approvals and clearances
• Work closely with the Producer on objectives and programming strategy

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in broadcast television, with a proven track record of creating original, high-quality programmes
• Proven experience delivering programming content
• Excellent to high level of English, and an advanced understanding of Islam
• Experience on complex productions with varied stakeholders, staff and freelancers

Required skills

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Ability to film with a DSLR and to self-film and edit
• Ability to present on camera
• Project planning, budget awareness and excellent communication skills