Assistant Commissioner (FTC until December 2026)

The Sky Documentaries commissioning team has become a trusted partner for the best talent in the business, working with both world-class directors and emerging voices to support their creative ambition. The channel is committed to championing the highest standards of filmmaking craft while delivering meaningful impact on and off screen, with the likes of multi award-winning Bibaa & Nicole: Murder in the Park and Academy Award-nominated Children No More.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and assist with the commission of high-quality documentary and factual programming with independent producers to fit in with the future strategic aims of Sky Entertainment Group.

• Assist the team by supporting projects through from development to commission at a high level

• Contributing to editorial thinking and decision making across the full lifecycle of production.

• Inspire and engage producers by articulating our editorial priorities to both Indies and in-house Production.

• Support the team in assessing and responding to ideas in a timely manner, developing strong editorial judgement.

• Maintain a strong pipeline of development ideas, keeping clear records of incoming pitches and those that have been rejected, developed or commissioned, while proactively identifying new ideas and emerging talent.

• Ensure projects are made by a diverse range of filmmakers, supporting and championing emerging talent, as well as bringing in established, award-winning names to Sky. 

• Collaborate with our in-house teams to ensure programmes are compliant with OFCOM rules and delivered on budget and on schedule.

• Stay on top of audience trends and spot opportunities to make premium content that is worth paying for.

What you'll bring:

• A breadth of knowledge in production and commissioning; bringing a deep awareness of the most talked-about factual programmes and series in the marketplace and an understanding of what customers are looking for from Sky’s factual brands.

• A passion for documentaries and a developed understanding of what components are needed to create a successful documentary. 

• Strong relationship skills; ability to confidently form strategic internal & external relationships within a creative industry.

• Highly organised, able to maintain systems and collate and simplify information to senior stakeholders when required.

• Resilience; able to juggle numerous project and different personalities.

• Curiosity about evolving storytelling techniques, audience behaviour and the changing media landscape.  

Benefits and perks 

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster:  

• Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema   

• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution 

• Private healthcare with mental health support  

• Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance  

• Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect  

• Sharesave and Tech schemes  

• A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences 

Who we are 

We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.  

To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.