Partner Graphics Designer, BBC iPlayer & Channels - EXTEND

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full Time

DEPARTMENT: BBC iPlayer & Channels

LOCATION: London - Hybrid

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £24,300 - £29,950 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

BBC EXTEND

This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You’re broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.

We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our Extend programme, please contact extend@bbc.co.uk.

The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this, we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.

If you’d like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage. (EXTEND code: EX2324).

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

We are looking for someone who can bring their combined passion for design and TV to play a crucial role in supporting the promotion of iPlayer programming on partner TV platforms. They will be responsible for the re-sizing, re-purposing and delivery of promotional artwork and image, as well as having the opportunity to create new assets for use on both partner platforms and iPlayer.

The role will be embedded in the iPlayer Image Design Studio, working closely with a team of designers and picture editor, supporting iPlayer promotions driven by editorial curation and those secured and managed by the Partner Marketing team.

The role requires strong graphic design skills (to junior level), knowledge and passion for TV and streaming platforms, and strong relationship building skills to work closely with internal teams and external partners.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

iPlayer is at the forefront of reinventing the BBC for audiences across the UK, with a world-beating catalogue of distinctive programming from the biggest dramas to must see sporting events and breaking news.

The Partner Graphics Designer role is an opportunity for a junior designer to work across the BBC at the forefront of how programme images and artwork can drive audience engagement on third party platforms and drive journeys into iPlayer.

We work in a creative environment that is audience and data driven, shaping the future of a more personalised iPlayer through collaboration with colleagues in Content, Carriage & Distribution, Product and Marketing & Audiences.

Your Key Responsibilities And Impact

• Source, resize, and repurpose key art and promotional assets for use across partner platforms.
• Create bespoke static assets to support BBC Carriage and Partner Marketing initiatives.
• Ensure timely delivery of image assets for iPlayer feeds and promotional areas.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external merchandising partners.
• Support the iPlayer Design Studio in delivering high-quality, accessible design assets across a wide range of programming.
  
  

Essential Criteria

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience designing and optimising imagery and artwork for digital products/brands.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/Illustrator) to a junior designer level.
• Excellent planning and organising skills, meeting a range of deadlines.
• Experience of managing multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to challenge established practices and implement fresh approaches.
• Knowledge of the UK TV and VOD market.
• Knowledge of the BBC's diverse audiences and their needs in an on-demand environment.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

For any general queries, please contact: bbchr@bbc.co.uk

Redeployment

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

BBC iPlayer & Channels