Broadcast Operator Apprentice Review

I am an apprentice broadcast operator. Day to day I can be doing anything from manning cameras on my local news programme, to being on the road with a crew helping broadcast the latest news story.

Yes. I have learnt how to work TV cameras, how a television broadcast goes out and how in the future we want to adapt television to broadcast with different methods such as over IP.

I love the programme. Partially because i am working for such a big company. I also like the fact that I am getting paid to learn and get to experience everything first hand in a real life situation.

I feel very valued by the BBC. They listen to every concern you have and help you to strive to be the best you can. They take everyone's individual needs on board and try and cater to everyone to make life easier for all involved.

The apprenticeship is very well organised and so is the training. College was disappointing but the way the course was delivered had nothing to do with the BBC and was down to the discretion of Newcastle College.

I receive as much support as i need from my training provider. i wouldn't ever feel scared to query anything with any of the staff on board and I am sure they would go out of their way to help anyone involved.

My employer is the same as my training provider. I receive as much support as i need from my training provider. i wouldn't ever feel scared to query anything with any of the staff on board and I am sure they would go out of their way to help anyone involved.

When training or at college i get travel expenses and hotel costs covered, as well as a £16 evening meal allowance so they cover all the costs when away from home. When selecting the course we had to choose a placement near to home, so this would minimise living costs for us. I am coping comfortably on my wage.

We often get invited to many different events put on by the BBC. These include going into schools to talk about our scheme and even include being able to volunteer for things like sports personality of the year.

Yes

Its a huge company to work for. Has a great brand reputation and they cover everyones needs on board. Everyone is treated as an equal and everyone involved in the scheme enjoys every day of the job.

Put %110 effort into all stages. Interview, application and work itself. Be yourself, because if not there is no way you will ever be employed by them. Volunteer for everything the comes up. Enjoy yourself.