Attachment/ Trainee Program Call Out
BBC STUDIOS PROGRAMME OFFERS 8 TRAINEESHIPS – SUPPORTED BY SCREEN CAREERS.
As we all know, maintaining and growing talented and experienced crew is essential to the success of Australia’s film and television industry. This extensive, supported BBC trainee program will offer opportunities to different skill levels – from entry to mid-career – over several weeks and deliver a credit on an unnamed (and confidential for now) production being filmed in Western Australia.
The traineeship program is proudly supported by Screenwest.
Screen Careers is thrilled to be supporting the attachments to help you build your career in our industry – you belong here.
Now enough of the blah and onto the details!
Application Process:
Firstly and importantly – to be eligible you need to be a Western Australian resident. These positions are not open to anybody outside WA and we won’t be considering those applications.
Secondly, we want people who see a potential long career in these departments. Please don’t think about them simply as a way into the Screen Industry.
And finally, read the application form and spend a bit of time crafting your answers.
Please read the information below and find the attachment, or attachments, that you’re genuinely interested in.
Read the application form and spend a bit of time crafting your answers.
Fill in the details on the application form and upload your CV as a PDF – remember a CV needs to be relevant to the job you’re applying for so you might want to tweak yours?
We will acknowledge receipt of your application within 48 hours (giving us time to check that your CV is readable etc). If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks please get in touch to double check we have got your application.
We know there will be a lot of applications – please don’t let that put you off applying.
We will shortlist up to 10 people for the production team to look at and they will select up to 3 to interview. As soon as we have that shortlist we will let everyone know the status of the application.
There are 3 roles which are open to First Nations people only. The other 5 positions are open to everyone.
There are 8 attachment positions – with a variety of closing dates for applications. Please read carefully.
- Location Co-ord Attachment – Mid Career Position
- On Set PA – First Nations Candidates Only
- Locations / Unit Swing Attachment – First Nations Candidates Only
- Lighting Attachment- – First Nations Candidates Only
- Sound Attachment
- Art Department Attachment
- Camera Attachment
- Grip Attachment
If you have any access needs for either the recruitment process or work please let us know by helloscreencareers.com.au and we will assist you.
Next Steps:
If you’re selected – congratulations! We know there will be a lot of applications so well done.
You’ll start with a skills audit so we can see what you need to learn. We’ll then work with you and your Line Manager to plan your learning.
BBC Productions will ensure you’re fully inducted in terms of workplace health and safety.
If you have any access needs for either the recruitment process or work, please let us know by email on [email protected] and we will assist you.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
Apply Here
These roles are open to all but you must be based in Western Australia based to be eligible.
Grip Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Sound Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Art Department Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Camera Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Locations coordinator Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Opportunities for First Nations Applicants Only
As part of our commitment to supporting diverse voices and creating an inclusive screen industry, we are offering three attachment roles specifically for people belonging to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We strongly encourage First Nations storytellers, creatives, and crew members to apply.
If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and are interested in gaining hands-on experience in a large-scale TV production, we would love to hear from you.
Locations / Unit Swing Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
Lighting Attachment
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
On Set PA
Closing midnight 22 May 2025
FAQs
What if I’m not available for the whole period?
Ideally you will be but if not then there may be some flexibility depending on how much you’re not available for e.g. a single day off because of your BFFs wedding can probably be accommodated but missing 3 weeks of an 18 week program won’t be.
Can I apply for more than 1 role?
Yes. But remember if you’ve got the skills and personality for one role you might not have the skills for another. We’re really looking for people who want to start a long career in the industry so some clarity on your journey is probably helpful.
Can I apply if I don’t have any screen industry experience?
Yes, absolutely but you must demonstrate transferable skills and genuine enthusiasm in this field in your long term career.
For First Nations people with transferable skills or at the very start of their career, we are running a program called Set Educated so you can learn more about the industry and see if it’s for you – See here.
What if I don't live in Western Australia?
Sadly, this opportunity doesn’t apply to you. Next time!
Can adjustments be made to the role?
Yes absolutely, if you are Disabled or need adjustments/flexibility due to family life or other circumstances we will be very open to those conversations. Please contact us at hello@screencareeers to discuss further.
When will I get an outcome to my application?
Everyone will get an acknowledgement within 72 hours of applying. Please check your spam/junk mail. We will short list 10 people for the production team to look at and they will select 3 to interview. At this point we will let you know the outcome of your application.
