Industry Insider: Director

A student facing presentation shedding light on the role of Director. thumb
A student facing presentation shedding light on the role of Director. thumb

Ages

11+

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

This resource, suitable for secondary aged students, highlights some of the responsibilities of the role of Director in the film or television industry. 


 Students will: 

  • explore a person specification 
  • hear from Documentary Director Lyttanya Shannon about their experience in the industry and the top tips they have for young people interested in getting into the creative industries 
  • be signposted towards some activities to enlighten and inspire them in understanding this role and how they can explore it as a potential career. 


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