Make It Here Schools
Our Schools Film Careers Programme is designed to ignite creativity and ambition in young minds, offering a practical pathway into the exciting world of film.
Through a range of hands-on experiences, we provide students with the tools, guidance, and inspiration they need to turn their passion for storytelling into a career.
Inspiring Futures is a partnership between schools and cultural organisations that works to develop an equitable space for every young person to engage in a creative education. Delivering dynamic Careers focused content in partnership with Film Barking & Dagenham, since 2022.
What We Offer
Workshops
From scriptwriting to cinematography, our interactive sessions allow students to learn the craft of filmmaking through real-world experiences, led by industry professionals.
Competitions
Our annual film competition gives aspiring filmmakers of all ages the chance to showcase their talents, receive valuable feedback, and gain recognition for their work.
Career Advice & Support
We offer expert guidance on navigating the film industry, with tailored advice on education, training, and career opportunities to help students take the next step toward their filmmaking goals.
CPD for Teachers
Our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) workshops equip teachers with the skills and resources to guide their students on film-related projects, ensuring they are well-prepared to support future talent.
Past Opportunities
Careers
Our first immersive Skills for Screen event, held at UCL PEARL, focused on exploring diverse film career pathways – in our second year, we introduced students to technical roles in film through a real-time virtual production showcase, bridging the gap between creativity and cutting-edge technology. Our youngest pupils enjoyed scriptwriting workshops and a visit to Barking & Dagenham College’s media studios, where they experienced the magic of production and creative arts firsthand.
Projects
Launched this year, our Film Enterprise Project saw students pitch their short film ideas to a panel of industry specialists, with the winners’ films selected to be made – giving aspiring directors, scriptwriters, and producers a unique chance to see their vision come to life. Family and friends attended a celebratory red-carpet premiere at Vue Dagenham, where the films were showcased to an excited audience. And in an ambitious TV production and outside broadcast project, secondary pupils created their own chat show, experiencing the fast-paced world of TV production and broadcasting firsthand with Crew Room Academy.
Videos
Watch the competition winners short films here. 'The Adventures of Kaci and Kyla' made by pupils at Marsh Green Primary School and 'Surge' made by Dagenham Park School.
Testimonials
Get In Touch
Please email martin.russell@lbbd.gov.uk at The Cultural Education of Partnership (CEP)
