Film & TV Teacher

About the Role

We’re looking for a Film & TV Teacher to join our brand-new academy launching this April. You’ll lead weekly filmmaking workshops with students aged 6–18, guiding them through the full process of creating short films across genres—from concept and storyboarding to shooting, editing, and screening.

Your sessions will help students:

• Build confidence behind and in front of the camera
• Learn practical filmmaking and production skills
• Work collaboratively as creative teams
• Produce short films to be screened locally and shared online

This is a freelance role, delivered weekly on Saturdays (41 sessions per year) at Craigsfarm Community Hub, Livingston, West Lothian, from 8.45 am to 12.30 pm. Session pay is £70 per session (including prep time), with potential increases depending on experience and responsibilities. A PVG check is required as part of safer recruiting.

We’re looking for a creative, technically skilled filmmaker who enjoys nurturing young talent. You should feel confident leading practical, hands‑on sessions and adapting your approach for different ages and abilities.

• Filmmaker with proven experience creating short films
• Background as a director, editor, teacher, or similar creative lead
• Strong working knowledge of camera operation, location sound, lighting, acting for camera, and editing
• Ability to produce short films across multiple genres
• Understanding of film and television conventions and workflows
• Degree in Film/TV Production or at least three years’ professional filmmaking experience
• Experience working with children and young people (desirable)
• Passion for teaching filmmaking and supporting young creatives
• Confidence leading workshops for ages 6–18
• Experience producing short‑form content for festivals, online platforms, or client briefs
• Ability to guide small production teams and support young people through creative problem solving

• Join a brand-new academy with a warm, supportive, values‑led team
• Help shape a creative curriculum that builds confidence and imagination
• Enjoy the freedom to design exciting projects and explore different genres
• Make a meaningful impact on young people’s skills, wellbeing, and sense of belonging

Apply online:

Location:

East Lothian, Edinburgh City, Falkirk, Fife, Glasgow City, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, South Lanarkshire, Stirling, West Lothian

The deadline is Monday 16 March 2026 at 18:00.