Creative Diversity Lead Editorial & Training

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: E
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Creative Diversity
LOCATION: Any UK major BBC hub (Hybrid)
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: up to 80933 depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience.

Were happy to discuss flexible working. If youd like to please indicate your preference in the application though theres no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

We will be running up to two interview stages for this role with interviews starting from 23rd February.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a cornerstone of the BBCs new pan-genre Creative Diversity leadership model this role will provide editorial guidance build the capability of the BBCs supplier base as well as on and off air talent to consistently and confidently meet the organisations portrayal and representation ambitions to serve all audiences.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

The BBC is transforming its Talent and Inclusion team to ensure we have the right structure skills and expertise to deliver for audiences and meet the demands of a fast-moving media market. You will have the chance to be part of a pioneering team shaping inclusive storytelling across the BBC. Youll influence editorial decisions deliver impactful training and help build a media landscape that truly represents the UKs diversity.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

• Set and uphold editorial inclusion standards across all genres and platforms ensuring authentic portrayal and inclusive production for all protected characteristics and underrepresented groups.
• Design deliver and evaluate editorial inclusion training programmes that drive measurable change in content outcomes and build capability across the BBCs supplier base and talent.
• Provide senior editorial DEI support offering authoritative advice on complex portrayal language and representation issues across scripts edits and press briefings.
• Partner with commissioners and production teams from concept to delivery embedding inclusive storytelling and ensuring Inclusive Production Principles are applied from greenlight to final output.
• Lead integration of accessibility and inclusive practices into commissioning and production ensuring access is built in from the outset and supported by practical guidance and toolkits.
• Represent BBC Creative Diversity internally and externally collaborating with senior leaders Business Advisors and industry partners to promote editorial inclusion and strategic alignment across the UK.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Extensive experience in senior editorial or commissioning roles within broadcasting and demonstrable success in influencing portrayal and representation outcomes at scale.
• Expertise in inclusive language and practice across a wide range of underrepresented groups and protected characteristics with experience in advising confidently as an industry leader on authentic portrayal and inclusive storytelling.
• Proven expertise in designing and delivering editorial training with measurable application in production environments on-air leads and senior leadership.
• Deep understanding of portrayal risks sensitivities and regulatory frameworks (BBC Editorial Guidelines Ofcom).
• Adept at providing comprehensive knowledge of accessibility standards guidance to embed inclusive principles and practical application across multiple genres and editorial contexts.
• Strong stakeholder influence skills with confidence working with commissioners producers and senior creative leaders.

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Experience embedding inclusive editorial practice with independent production companies.
• Experience in developing and implementing editorial guidance and toolkits in a large organisation.