2 min reading

Prepare for a career in the creative sector with ScreenSkills

Job profiles for a range of creative roles

There are hundreds of different job roles in film, TV, games, animation and visual effects and the range of skills they require is wide.

Learn what jobs like director, producer, games designer, animator, concept artist, matchmover and gaffer really entail, including:

  • top tips
  • career pathways
  • recommended qualifications and training
Creative Careers resources

Download resources about careers in the film, TV, animation, games or VFX industries, including:

  • the best software to use
  • interview skills
  • creating storyboards

Experience life on set from home

The buzz of life on a working film set is being made accessible to the general public with a virtual reality (VR) experience delivered by headset, which can be also viewed on YouTube as a 360-degree video.

ScreenSkills commissioned the immersive experience to help demonstrate the excitement of working in the film and television industry and inspire the next generation of behind-the-camera professionals.

Share this resource


Keep Reading

Career starter apprenticeships

Many apprenticeships are a great opportunity for those looking for their first role after leaving full-time education. Learn more about some...

article
5 min reading
Students

BFI Film Academy Short Courses

Cinemagic is delighted to announce the delivery of the BFI Film Academy Short Courses programme in 2022/23 and 16–19-year-olds.

article
3 min reading
Creative Industries
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Supported Internships

Supported internships help 16- to 24-year-olds with SEND and an EHC plan gain skills, confidence, and experience for paid employment, with s...

article
1 min reading
Students
Career Change

Mars Engineering Apprentice

Engineering Apprentice, Slough Salary £18,000 + shift allowance + annual bonus

article
1 min reading
High Performance Engineering

Help and support

Not sure what you’re
looking for?

For additional help and
support

Contact Us