Teaching film and television production to young people aged 6 to 18 is the core of this role, inspiring them to explore the creative and technical aspects of screen production. This position suits an enthusiastic teacher with practical filmmaking knowledge who can guide students from idea development to finished film.
Responsibilities
Design and deliver engaging Film & TV lessons tailored to different skill levels and age groups (ages 6-9; 10-12; 13-18)
Teach students the complete filmmaking process, from the initial concept and development of an idea through to the finished film
Guide students through story development, scriptwriting, storyboarding and pre-production planning
Teach students how to prepare for a shoot, including planning scenes, locations, props, costumes, shot lists and production requirements
Provide practical tuition to students in the use of cameras, microphones, lighting and other film and recording equipment
Teach students the principles of cinematography, including framing, composition, camera angles, movement and shot selection
Develop students' understanding of directing, including working with performers, blocking scenes, communicating a creative vision and making decisions on set
Develop students' screen acting and presenting skills, including camera awareness, naturalistic performance, characterisation and taking direction
Give students opportunities to take on different roles within a production, including writer, director, camera operator, sound operator, actor and editor
Teach students how to manage a production collaboratively and work effectively as a film crew
Guide students through post-production, including importing and organising footage, selecting takes, cutting scenes, adding sound, music, titles and other appropriate elements
Teach students the fundamentals of video editing software and support them in producing polished finished projects
Encourage students to evaluate and refine their work throughout the creative process
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where students can experiment, collaborate and develop their creative and technical skills
Assess student progress regularly and provide constructive feedback to support individual development
Collaborate with other educators and staff to organise screenings, showcases, filmed projects and other performances
Maintain a safe learning environment by adhering to health and safety, safeguarding and inclusion procedures during all activities
Keep up to date with developments in filmmaking, screen performance and digital media and incorporate relevant techniques and technologies into teaching
Requirements
Proven experience working with children and young people aged 6-18 years
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Strong practical knowledge of filmmaking and video production
Confident operating cameras, microphones, lighting and other film production equipment
Strong understanding of the complete filmmaking process, including concept development, scripting, storyboarding, pre-production, filming, directing, sound, post-production and editing
Experience using professional or industry-standard video editing software
Strong understanding of cinematography, including framing, composition, camera angles, shot types and visual storytelling
Experience directing and/or working with actors and performers
Knowledge of screen acting and performance for camera
Ability to teach technical concepts in an accessible and engaging way to young people of different ages and abilities
Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate, encourage and inspire students
Ability to create practical, engaging lesson plans that balance technical development with creativity and artistic expression
Confidence managing practical filming activities and supporting students to work safely with equipment
Flexibility to adapt lessons to different ages, abilities and levels of experience
Passion for film, television and digital media, with an enthusiastic and motivating teaching style
Professional or substantial practical experience in filmmaking, Film & TV or video production
Strong practical experience with camera, sound and lighting equipment
Experience with video editing and post-production
Experience across multiple stages of the filmmaking process, from concept and pre-production through to filming and editing
Experience working professionally with children and/or young people
A current DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Nice to have:
Relevant qualifications, training or professional experience in Film & TV, filmmaking, media production, theatre or performing arts
Experience directing or producing short films, television, online video or other screen content
Experience teaching Film & TV, filmmaking, media or related subjects
Experience working with young performers
Knowledge of industry-standard filmmaking and editing software
Experience working across multiple production roles
Relevant industry qualifications or professional training
Benefits
On-site parking
Important Details
Schedule: Saturdays, 09:30am - 1:15pm (39 weeks per year)