A researcher looks for background information on topics that form the content of radio or television programmes, and helps with different aspects of planning and producing the programmes.
You could be:
The figures below are only a guide. Actual salaries vary, depending on:
Salaries for broadcasting researchers are around £20,000 to £25,000 a year, rising with experience to up to £35,000 or more. It may be that you would have to work for a minimal rate or for nothing before getting a fully paid job.
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If you are aged 18 or over you may be interested in The Network. The Network is held each year alongside the TV Festival in Edinburgh. If selected you would attend for four free days of masterclasses and workshops which will provide you with the skills, knowledge and contacts to start a career in TV. You can usually apply from January to May.
BBC Scotland runs an apprenticeship scheme for people who are keen to get into a career in the media industry. As well as learning on the job at BBC Scotland at Pacific Quay in various departments, you will study towards a Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Digital Media at a Glasgow college. Ideally applicants will have National 5 English and Maths, good IT skills and a keen interest in media. You must be at least 18 at the start date of the apprenticeship. Entry is very competitive as places are limited. For any questions and updates by following @BBCGetin on Twitter. If you would like to find out more or check on application deadline dates visit BBC Scotland Apprenticeships.
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The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
BBC Academy
Website:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/academy
Twitter:
@BBCAcademy
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bbcacademy
BBC Recruitment
E-mail:
careers@bbchrdirect.co.uk
Website:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/careers
Twitter:
@BBCCareers
BECTU Scotland (Broadcasting Entertainment Cinematograph and Theatre Union)
E-mail:
info@bectu.org.uk
Website:
http://www.bectu.org.uk
Twitter:
@bectu
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BECTUOfficial
ITV Careers
Website:
http://www.itvjobs.com/
Twitter:
@ITVCareers
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ITVCareers/
Radio Academy
E-mail:
info@radioacademy.org
Website:
http://www.radioacademy.org
Twitter:
@radioacademy
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/radioacademy/
Information on how to break into the world of radio.
ScreenSkills
Tel: 020 7713 9800
E-mail:
info@screenskills.com
Website:
https://www.screenskills.com
Twitter:
@UKScreenSkills
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/UKScreenSkills
ScreenSkills (formerly Creative Skillset) works with the UK’s screen-based creative media industries to develop skills and talent from classroom to boardroom.
STV Careers
Tel: 0141 300 3704
E-mail:
hr@stv.tv
Website:
http://www.stvplc.tv/careers
Twitter:
@WeAreSTV
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/stvnews