Forward Planning Researcher (Saturday Mash Up!))

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Forward Planning Researcher (Saturday Mash Up!)

Department: Editorial, Production & Programming

Location: Glasgow

Closing Date: 25/05/2025

THE ROLE

Contract: Freelance

Dates: 7th July - 12th December

ABOUT BBC STUDIOS

BBC Studios is a world-renowned content studio and channels & streaming business, powered by British creativity, with a reach that touches audiences worldwide.

We work with outstanding creative talent responsible for platform-defining shows such as Strictly Come Dancing, Bluey, EastEnders, Prehistoric Planet, and Planet Earth III.

The range and quality of our content are unsurpassed, creating critical and commercial successes and global phenomena.

BBC Studios is Britain's most awarded production company, home to BAFTAs and RTS Awards, and the only producer with three of the top ten shows on IMDB. We also operate the world's most-read English news website, and are the UK's largest distributor of British content.

Our Kids & Family portfolio includes some of the most exciting and successful children's brands globally. We identify, nurture, and invest in projects that turn into hits, leveraging our deep understanding of young audiences.

SATURDAY MASH UP! LIVE

Returning in 2025, Saturday Mash Up! is part of BBC Studios Kids & Family, aimed at children aged 6-12. It features gunge, games, and giddiness, designed to entertain and engage our young audience.

We are passionate about creating inspiring stories that promote curiosity, creativity, energy, and inclusivity, helping children thrive and creating shows that become future nostalgia.

The show includes a variety of content, guests, games, and energy within a live weekly format.

THE ROLE

The Forward Planning Team is responsible for booking celebrity guests and preparing segments in advance.

The team lines up top talent to travel to Glasgow and join us in the studio, covering hot topics, trends, social media, dance moves, or box office hits, keeping us connected with our audience.

Working alongside the FWD Planning AP and Producer, the Fwd Planning Researcher schedules and sources guests for the weekly show.

We seek an experienced Researcher who is a confident communicator, has experience working with talent or contributors, and enjoys generating ideas.

Previous studio experience is not required for this role.

The Researcher is not required in studio except for pre-records, which happen twice during the run. The working week is Monday to Friday, including some location work.

LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS

We value how we do our work as much as what we do. Our values and behaviors are important. Please read about our values here .

BBC is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our audiences and encourages applications from all backgrounds, especially from diverse communities. We aim for fair, equal, and merit-based processes. More about our D&I plan here .

BBC Studios prioritizes sustainability, aligning with the BBC Group's Net Zero targets. More info here .

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DISCLAIMER

This job description outlines the essential characteristics and principal responsibilities of the role, including required skills, knowledge, and experience for satisfactory performance. It is not a complete account of all duties.

BBC Group and Public Services, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London, W1A 1AA. BBC Studios Distribution Limited, company no: , registered at 1 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, W12 7FA.