Radio commissioning framework

CONTENTS

SECTION A: EDITORIAL OPPORTUNITY

Commissioning Brief 10012, Radio 1 Bundle C: Two Dance DJ Shows

Please note:

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  All Short Proposals and eligibility questionnaires must be submitted via Proteus before the deadline at 12 noon on Tuesday 4^th July.
  
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  During Stage 1 of the process we will first evaluate the responses given in the Eligibility Questionnaire (see Appendix 1, page 19). The answers to part 4 of the questionnaire should be no longer than 100 words per question. All answers should be entered into the ‘Add/Edit Notes Here’ section in Proteus. Note the questions in this brief may differ from those used in other Radio 1 and 1Xtra commissioning briefs.
  
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  The suppliers that perform best in the eligibility stage (by best demonstrating their experience and capability in producing programmes for young audiences) will then have their Short Proposal assessed. This should be no longer than 500 words and cover BOTH of the shows in this brief. It should be entered into the ‘short synopsis’ section of the Proteus submission form.
  

BBC Radio 1 aims to entertain and engage young listeners with a distinctive mix of contemporary music and speech. Our programmes showcase a wide range of new music styles and support emerging artists, in particular those from the UK; with at least 60 hours a week dedicated to specialist music programming.

News, documentaries and other speech content focusses on areas of relevance to young adults in the UK today and aims to help them make sense of the world around them.

Network Strategy

Radio 1 aims to produce great content which young people will want to listen to, watch and share. The station is at the forefront of BBC Radio’s efforts to reinvent and grow radio; and plays a key role in helping showcase the wider BBC to each new generation.

Our primary focus in 2017/18 is on growing reach and listening hours for our linear radio programming. We employ a team of leading DJs and presenters who are acknowledged leaders in their fields and are passionate about youth culture and new music.

On-air programming is complimented by a wide range of multi-platform visual and social content, designed to appeal to both existing audiences and new ones who happen to stumble across it; ultimately converting this latter group into regular consumers of content across relevant BBC platforms.

Producers who are shortlisted should include any thoughts on how their specific programme proposal can assist in delivering this strategy.

Bundle C: Radio 1’s Dance DJs (Annie Nightingale & Pete Tong)

This commissioning brief relates to the production of two of Radio 1’s late night specialist dance music programmes, both of which feature high-profile and long established presenters.

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   Annie Nightingale, Wednesday 0100-0400 (simulcast with 1Xtra)
   

We are also looking for thoughts on how to maximise the show’s social fame and generate coverage in relevant blogs and specialist music press.

Where appropriate, we also want the production team to creatively deliver the Network’s wider weekly and monthly editorial messages; and work collaboratively with other suppliers to help cross-promote the full range of our dance output.

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   Pete Tong, Friday 2200-0100
   

The presenter and show may be required to play a role in Radio 1’s festival coverage, with occasional OBs from key live events in the UK and abroad possible. We will want the producer to recommend appropriate artists and DJs to appear as part of such events.

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  At least one audio clip per show to be made available via the programme’s online page within 24 hours of broadcast.
  
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  Accurate programme descriptions and tracklistings updated online as soon as practicable
  
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  Working closely with Radio 1’s social media team, to make creative & innovative social media assets when required; and updating relevant Radio 1 Dance accounts.
  

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  The ‘Guide Price’ does not include presenter fees, which will be paid directly by Radio 1.
  
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  The contract will be offered as a “fixed price” deal and the BBC will assume that any elements included in proposals can be successfully delivered within the guide price given.
  
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  Production teams will be expected to adhere to all relevant editorial and copyright guidelines in place; and deliver all necessary production related paperwork in a timely fashion – e.g. Compliance Forms, Music Reporting.
  
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  Annie Nightingale’s programme is generally pre-recorded. Pete Tong spends much of the year in the USA and usually pre-records links in a local studio; however, dependent on presenter availability, occasional ad hoc live shows from Radio 1’s London studios, or from key live events should also be expected.
  
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  Annie Nightingale’s programme is generally repeated the following week on 1Xtra and the production team will be required to deliver this, complete with relevant paper work, in addition to the original transmission.
  
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  Access to all necessary broadcast production systems, as well as studios to enable the broadcast/recording of the show (including an hour of pre and post show preparation time where possible), will be made available in New Broadcasting House London, at no cost to the successful supplier throughout the contract.
  
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  While the production team will be expected to take the lead role in booking appropriate artists for any live music elements in the show, the responsibility for producing, recording and contracting these will lie with Radio 1’s Live Music team unless otherwise agreed.
  
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  Presenters and production teams are usually expected to take part in at least one outreach project per year, agreed with the Network, engaging with new and existing audiences face to face.
  

You will be required to deliver programmes that are in line with the BBC’s Editorial Guidelines and be able to adapt to the BBC’s changing editorial and business needs during the period of the commission.

The following people may be involved in evaluating your proposal at various stages:

Ben Cooper, Controller Radio 1, 1Xtra & Asian Network

Robert Gallacher, Commissioning Editor, Radio Pop Networks

Louise Kattenhorn, Commissioning Exec, Radio 1 & 1Xtra

Brett Spencer, Editor, Digital, Popular Music

Mark Waring, Business Affairs Manager

Raluca Albu, Senior Procurement Manager