2025 Festival Dates Will Be Announced Next Month! - Learn More
2025 Festival Dates Will Be Announced Next Month! - Learn More
The Rubbish Film Festival gives students the chance to use their creativity to tackle important environmental issues. Each group produces a one-minute film with supporting material, taking full ownership of the process – from planning and scripting to acting, directing, filming, and editing.
The result is a powerful opportunity for students to share their voice on global sustainability challenges.
Before the Workshop
We request that schools choose up to 12 TY students to participate.
Try to select students that have an interest in filmmaking, art and environmental issues.
2 Full-Day Workshops at Your School
One of our professional tutors will deliver two full-day workshops in your school. Students will plan, film, and edit a one-minute movie, along with a poster and promotional material.
We will bring ALL necessary equipment along.
Skills Development
Students learn the basics of filmmaking – scripting, shot types, camera angles, sound, and editing while exploring themes linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 12, SDG 13, and related).
Judging & Awards
On Day 2, projects are submitted for judging. Depending on the county, awards may be announced at an in-person event or online. Winning entries may go forward to the National Awards Ceremony.
What Students Gain
- Media and Digital Storytelling Skills
- Teamwork Skills Development
- Creativity & Confidence
- A deeper understanding of Sustainability &
Climate Action
After The Workshop
Entries are submitted at the end of Day 2. Depending on the county, awards may be announced onsite or online, with winners going forward to the National Awards Ceremony.
To ensure that the Rubbish Film Festival runs smoothly and fairly for everyone involved, a few simple rules apply. Please review these guidelines before your workshop begins:
We need your help with a few things to run our workshops
Students will be asked to complete a feedback form at the end of their workshops, which lets us know about their experience and helps us to secure funding. Tutors will share this with students via a QR code, and the link will be sent to you, too.
Complete Teacher Feedback
The teacher involved with the workshop will be asked to complete a feedback form. Completing these is crucial – your feedback is shared with funders, and it ensures we're able to come back next year.
Request Participation Certificates
Certificates will be issued to students according to what is written in their consent forms. These will be sent digitally to our main contact at your school.
Your tutor will need internet access for the devices they use during the workshop (iPads, etc.)
All Students Prepared
All students should have an understanding
of what they signed up for, and what the workshop is about.
Dedicated Tutor Contact
As a precaution, we request that your tutor is put in contact with a dedicated member of onsite staff for the duration of the two workshop days.
This is just in case any issues pop up.
This number keeps the group at a size that allows everyone to participate in a meaningful, hands-on away.
All Consent Forms Signed
All participating students must have parental consent for these workshops. We'll send you an e-form that needs to be signed and submitted online by a parent/guardian.
This is non-negotiable.
School Set-up is Ready
For us to run the workshop effectively, please ensure that these things are set up for your tutor before they get there:
- A dedicated room for both days
- A projector, speakers and an HDMI Cable
- A whiteboard or screen
Each County Council decides whether the Regional Finals will take place onsite or online.
