Art & stories
What does a
filmmaker do?
Tells stories through moving pictures and sound.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Writes scripts, directs actors, films scenes, and edits them together.
Skills to practise
Storytelling, teamwork, patience.
How to explore this path
Film courses or hands-on experience.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Filmmaker connects with Art, Languages. You may enjoy this work if you like creative.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Film a 1-minute story on a phone with a beginning, middle, and end.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Printable activities are currently in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Filmmakers tell stories with videos. They plan scenes, film them, and put them together.
What helps?
Telling stories and working in a team.
Learning about the path
You learn by making films and taking film courses.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?