Assistant Producer

Assistant Producer (Religious Programming Department) – Islam Channel

Reporting to: Head of Religious Programming

Working Hours: Full time 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (flexibility required to work weekends, bank holidays and additional hours)

Salary: Competitive based on knowledge, skills & experience

Company: Islam Channel Limited

Location: Head Office – IG2 7BS

• Develop and produce high‑quality, creative original content, programmes, series and podcasts across platforms from concept to completion
• Ensure projects adhere to the overall vision of the company in line with the budget, available resources and agreed time frame
• Plan and execute the development phase, including research, treatment creation, script writing, and securing suitable guests, presenters and panellists
• Lead pre‑production kick‑off meetings with key stakeholders and brief the team and crew before shoot
• Manage the team within the department (if applicable) and offer training to volunteers, work‑experience students, graduate interns, researchers, presenters, etc.
• Create current affairs content for Islam Channel social media
• Produce location shoots
• Present religious shows (desirable)
• Use on‑camera filming and editing skills (preferred)
• Organise shoots and liaise with the Studio Manager to book shoots and plan sets, filming, lighting and set‑up accordingly
• Collaborate with the line manager to understand objectives and contribute to programming strategy
• Apply Ofcom guidelines and adhere to editorial policy throughout
• Oversee shoots, whether on location or in the studio
• Troubleshoot problems that may arise during the entire phase of the project
• Ensure set and location are appropriate, fit for filming, and presentable
• Guarantee audio, lighting and visual quality when filming
• Manage direct reports and verify accuracy of all invoices, purchase order forms and expense claims before approving (if applicable)
• Enforce all health and safety guidelines on all shoots/locations
• Conduct risk assessments for all productions or when appropriate
• Ensure accurate completion of booking forms and obtain relevant in‑house and third‑party approvals and clearances before arranging shoots

• Advanced understanding of Islam and passion for sharing religious content in an inspiring and engaging way
• Experience working on complex productions involving varied stakeholders, staff and freelance staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent project planning skills
• Ability to work within a team
• Ability to film using DSLR cameras
• Ability to present on camera for relevant programmes

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject

• Ideally minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in broadcast television and a proven track record of creating original high‑quality programmes
• Proven work experience delivering religious programming content
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro and After Effects

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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