Casualty Director Opportunity
BBCCardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Posted May 14, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
BBC Studios is a global leader in content creation and distribution, known for producing critically acclaimed shows like Strictly Come Dancing and Bluey. With a focus on British creativity, they offer channels, sales and distribution, licensing, and home entertainment services, making them the UK's largest distributor of British content and Britain’s most awarded production company.
Job Description
This Casualty Director Opportunity is designed for a Welsh or Wales-based director to develop their craft on one of the UK’s most iconic continuing dramas, Casualty. The opportunity includes shadowing the preparation and filming of a two-episode block of Casualty and directing the second episode, with ongoing support and guidance from an experienced mentor director.
Requirements
- Be Welsh, or have a substantive base in Wales
- Have a broadcast directing credit (30 minutes or more) in scripted drama (second-unit experience considered)
Benefits
- A flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to buy an extra five days
- Defined pension (up to 10% employer contributions)
- Caring and parenting support
- 24/7 remote GP access
- Life assurance and accident benefit