Countryfile, BBC One’s flagship factual series and the UK’s most-watched factual programme, is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Camera Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile, year-round production that celebrates the British countryside and rural life.

We’re seeking technically skilled, proactive individual who thrives in the field and are passionate about storytelling through visuals.

Main Responsibilities:

• Operate second camera to support the Producer/Director on location shoots.

• Fly drones for aerial footage and create accurate flight plans.

• Maintain and prepare a wide range of cameras and technical equipment.

• Rig and de-rig equipment on location.

• Log rushes and coordinate media transfer to post-production.

• Support production office tasks including stock prep, kit inventory, and paperwork distribution.

Are you the right candidate?

• Hold a full, clean UK driver’s licence.

• Have a solid understanding of filming techniques and self-shooting.

• Are confident working on location and setting up shoots.

• Possess strong teamwork, organisation, and scheduling skills.

• Stay calm under pressure and bring a positive, can-do attitude.

• Logging of rushes and coordinating their transfer to the post house.

Base: Bristol, minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

Start Date: 18th of August for 3 months initially.

BBC Studios is committed to having a diverse range of skills, experience and talent working on our programmes, and as such we’re keen for applicants from underrepresented groups to apply, particularly those who are neurodivergent, have a disability, are from an ethnic minorities background and lower socio-economic groups to ensure we are representative of all.