Match of the Day is the most famous football show in the world, recognised by its iconic theme tune and long-established place in the weekend TV schedule. Each week the BBC team broadcasts not one but two episodes, bringing viewers the latest talking points from the Premier League.
Putting the live broadcast on air is no easy task, as many different jobs come together to get the show to air. BBC Bitesize Careers went behind the scenes on a busy Sunday afternoon to meet some of the people involved and learn how they got their roles on the legendary programme. Former goalkeeper Joe Hart shared why he loves his job on the show, saying, "I've always liked talking about football…it's something I'm hugely passionate about."
The roles range from production management assistants and make-up artists to assistant producers and pundits. Other key positions include the director, producer, editor, production co-ordinator, vision-mixer, sound engineer and studio floor manager. Each role requires a different set of skills and knowledge, and loving football is not an essential requirement.
The team members followed varied routes into the industry. Some took apprenticeships, others studied a subject they were passionate about at university, and some worked in areas away from sport and broadcasting before arriving at the show. As Isabelle Anastasiou advises, asking lots of questions and networking as much as possible can help. The key message is that there is no single career path, and following your passion can be a great place to start.
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