Orchard is Hiring: Researcher
Orchard Studios is looking for a Researcher with a passion for unscripted programming (from documentary to factual entertainment) to join the growing creative team at our King’s Cross HQ.
This role combines both production and development responsibilities, the ideal candidate being excited by the challenge of a diverse role supporting a portfolio of projects at different stages of the development and production cycle.
The role will involve working as a researcher on documentary films and fact-ent series, and supporting the development of new projects from conception through to commission. This might involve conducting detailed research into relevant subject areas, casting contributors, generating new leads and working with the development and senior creative team to create materials such as decks, treatments and taster tapes.
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience at Researcher level in unscripted television (or a comparable space).
The role is anticipated to start in May with an initial 6-month contract.
Please email your CV to jobs@orchard-studios.com by Wednesday 2nd April 2025 with the subject heading “Researcher”.
At Orchard we are committed to cultivating and celebrating a culture of inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from every background. Please let us know if you require any special assistance when applying.