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The East Wing is an award‑winning audio post‑production facility based in Newcastle upon Tyne, delivering high‑quality work across drama, children’s television, commercials and factual content for major UK broadcasters and global streaming platforms.
Recent projects include work for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Netflix and Disney+. As the company continues to grow, The East Wing is seeking a talented Post Production Audio Engineer to join the team and contribute to the delivery of premium broadcast and streaming projects.
This is a full‑time, client‑facing studio role based entirely on site at The East Wing. Due to the collaborative nature of the work, remote or hybrid working is not possible.
The East Wing is looking for an experienced Post Production Audio Engineer who can:
- Lead ADR, VO and voice‑to‑picture recording sessions with talent, producers and agency clients
- Tracklay, edit dialogue and design sound with sensitivity to narrative and tone
- Mix stereo and 5.1 content to UK broadcast loudness standards
- Create and manage full mix stems, versioning and final deliverables
- Maintain rigorous QC standards and meet technical delivery specifications
- Organise session structures and workflows across shared storage systems
- Prepare sessions in advance to ensure efficient client‑attended bookings
- Liaise effectively with producers, editors and post teams
- Represent the studio professionally in attended and remote sessions
This role suits someone who is confident in client‑facing environments, remains calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality work.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Professional experience in a broadcast post‑production environment
- Proven experience mixing longform and/or commercial content for UK broadcasters or streaming platforms
- Advanced proficiency in Avid Pro Tools
- Strong understanding of UK broadcast delivery standards and workflows
- Experience delivering full stems and managing mix versioning
- Strong understanding of audio signal flow within professional studio settings
- Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
- Strong problem‑solving ability and calmness under pressure
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high technical standards
- Highly organised with a structured approach to project management
- Positive, professional attitude with strong teamwork skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Relevant technical or software certifications
- Experience with drama workflows
- Experience mixing in Dolby Atmos
- Familiarity with plugins such as RX, Waves, Nugen or FabFilter
- Experience using remote recording platforms (Source Connect, Nexus Gateway, SessionLinkPro)
- Working knowledge of Reaper and/or Nuendo
Who You Are
- Calm, professional and positive in client‑attended sessions
- A strong communicator who puts clients and talent at ease
- Motivated, self‑directed and comfortable owning projects
- Passionate about sound and continuous creative/technical development
Why Join The East Wing?
- A diverse slate of work across drama, children’s TV, factual and commercials
- Delivery for major UK broadcasters and global streaming platforms
- A growing studio where your work is visible and valued
- Opportunities to broaden your experience across a wide range of projects
- Professional development in evolving post‑production technologies
- Birthday leave (additional annual leave on birthday month)
- Pension scheme (5% employer contribution, 3% employee minimum)
This role offers genuine responsibility and the chance to build significant broadcast credits while developing your craft within a supportive, experienced team.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV, showreel and a short covering note explaining why you are interested in the role to:
studio@theeastwing.co.uk
Rock Paper Productions are recruiting a Part‑Time Production Manager to work on a fast‑turnaround 30‑minute documentary for BBC One.
The contract will run from 23 March – 19 June 2026. Some location work may be required.
The production is looking for a Production Manager who can support:
- Managing production logistics as part of a small team
- Overseeing the production budget under the supervision of a Line Producer
- Supporting delivery on a fast‑turnaround documentary
- Occasional location work where required
The ideal candidate will be highly organised with previous experience working on documentary productions.
Please send a CV and covering email to cvs@rockpaperproductions.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 19 March 2026. Please ensure you are available for interview on Friday 20 March 2026.
Due to the high volume of applications, the production may not be able to respond to all applicants.
Rock Paper Productions are recruiting an Editor to work on a 30‑minute documentary for BBC One. The programme is aimed at a broad, heartland audience.
The contract will run from 11 May – 12 June 2026.
The production is looking for an Editor who can support:
- Editing observational, character‑driven documentaries or sports documentaries
- Working closely with the production team to shape narrative and story
- Delivering to a fast‑turnaround schedule
Previous experience cutting documentaries of a similar style is essential.
Please send a CV and covering email to cvs@rockpaperproductions.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 19 March 2026. Please ensure you are available for interview on Friday 20 March 2026.
Due to the high volume of applications, the production may not be able to respond to all applicants.
Rock Paper Productions are recruiting a Shooting Assistant Producer for an immediate start to work on a 30‑minute documentary for BBC One, aimed at a broad, heartland audience.
An interest or understanding of football would be a bonus.
The contract will run from 29 March – 8 May 2026.
The production is looking for a Shooting Assistant Producer who can support:
- Shooting content as a confident self‑shooter
- Casting contributors for the documentary
- Working on observational, character‑driven or sports documentary content
- Some evening and weekend working as required
The ideal candidate will have previous experience on documentary productions. A valid driving licence is required.
Please send a CV and covering email to cvs@rockpaperproductions.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 19 March 2026. Please ensure you are available for interview on Friday 20 March 2026.
Due to the high volume of applications, the production may not be able to respond to all applicants.
Rock Paper Productions are recruiting a Producer Director for an immediate start to work on a 30‑minute documentary for BBC One. The documentary is intended to appeal to a broad, heartland BBC One audience.
An interest or understanding of football would be a bonus for this role.
The contract will run from 23 March – 19 June 2026.
The production is looking for a Producer Director who can support:
- Shooting and directing the documentary as a strong self‑shooter
- Capturing high‑quality visuals with a strong eye for casting
- Building story and narrative arcs across the documentary
- Working at pace within a fast‑turnaround production
- Some evening and weekend working as required
The ideal candidate will have experience in observational, character‑driven documentaries or sports documentaries. A valid driving licence is required.
Please send a CV and covering email to cvs@rockpaperproductions.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 19 March 2026. Please ensure you are available for interview on Friday 20 March 2026.
Due to the high volume of applications, the production may not be able to respond to all applicants.