Transition Year Film Project

TY Film Project – Complete Teaching Resource
This comprehensive teaching resource is designed to guide Transition Year students through the entire filmmaking process, from brainstorming and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and presenting their work. It promotes creativity, teamwork, and storytelling while helping students develop key media and communication skills.

What’s Included?
Teacher Guide – Step-by-step instructions on how to run the project effectively.
Group Assignment Sheet – Helps students divide roles fairly, ensuring balanced teamwork.
Film Idea Generator – Provides engaging themes relevant to teenage life.
Script Writing Template – A structured format with an example scene to help students write scripts.
Production Planning Worksheet – Supports students in organising key elements like lighting, props, and sound.
Classroom Oscars Voting Sheet – Encourages fun and engagement by allowing students to vote for awards.
Film Production Cheat Sheet – A quick-reference guide on using camera angles, lighting, sound, and more.
Why Use This Resource?
Encourages Collaboration – Students take on real filmmaking roles, such as directors, actors, editors, and scriptwriters.
Develops Practical Skills – Enhances communication, problem-solving, and digital media literacy.
Cross-Curricular Benefits – Supports learning in English, Drama, and Media Studies.
Engaging and Interactive – Keeps students motivated with hands-on learning and a final film showcase.
This ready-to-use resource is ideal for Transition Year or Junior Cycle English, Drama, and Media Studies, offering a structured yet flexible approach to filmmaking in the classroom.

Download now to bring storytelling and film production into your lessons.