Behind the Scenes - TV & Production
Entertainment reaches millions of viewers every day. Discover how Amazon brings hit shows and films to life — and why creative, data, and production skills are more in demand than ever.
You can start the course straight away!
Students aged 13+ are welcome to apply!
Get a certificate upon completion
Approximately 6-8 hours of content
Step behind the camera and onto the set of global entertainment. In this Virtual Work Experience with Amazon Future Engineer, you’ll join Amazon experts as they reveal exactly how hit shows and films go from a simple idea to millions of screens worldwide. Discover how they secure top-tier entertainment, craft immersive digital worlds, and build the strategic marketing campaigns that connect blockbuster shows with audiences every single day.
This tour isn’t just about learning how Amazon makes films and TV shows. If you are fascinated by the entertainment industry, creative problem-solving, or the data behind the screen, you'll discover exactly how your interests map to exciting and in-demand careers in media and tech.
Get ready to step onto the set! In this opening module, we’ll break down exactly what your virtual work experience entails. You’ll discover how to navigate the course structure and get a sneak peek at the exciting activities ahead to build up the anticipation for what's to come.
Here, we’ll give you the big picture. You’ll learn all about Amazon as a global powerhouse, diving into its history and the core Leadership Principles that guide its success. We'll also look at different areas within the company, while introducing you to Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) and the incredible world of STEM.
Time to learn the industry lingo! We’ll kick things off with a handy jargon buster before taking a deep dive into the inner workings of Prime and Amazon MGM Studios. You'll get an idea of the types of roles available in this dynamic space.
Welcome to the heart of the action, where technical skills meet the creative world! You’ll explore how Content Acquisition teams secure top-tier entertainment and how data analysis drives customer obsession across Prime. Then, we'll head over to Studios to uncover the background process of producing a show or film, see how Visual Effects (VFX) uses cutting-edge technology to enhance creativity, and discover how Social Marketing connects the final product with the right audiences.
Put on your production hat! In this hands-on task, you'll learn why completing a call sheet is such a crucial aspect of the production process. You’ll need to pay close attention to instructions from the experts to successfully build a flawless schedule.
Ready to take your first steps into the entertainment industry? This module explores the fantastic pathways available to kickstart your journey! We’ll take a special look at Apprenticeships and Degree Apprenticeships, showing you how to get your foot in the door and start building a successful career.
Our final module is all about equipping you for the future of work with highly relevant skills for this course. We’ll focus on building your AI Literacy so you can navigate modern technologies, mastering Data Analysis to make smart decisions based on viewer habits, and sharpening your Digital Communications to collaborate effectively with global production teams.
Get ready to step onto the set! In this opening module, we’ll break down exactly what your virtual work experience entails. You’ll discover how to navigate the course structure and get a sneak peek at the exciting activities ahead to build up the anticipation for what's to come.
Here, we’ll give you the big picture. You’ll learn all about Amazon as a global powerhouse, diving into its history and the core Leadership Principles that guide its success. We'll also look at different areas within the company, while introducing you to Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) and the incredible world of STEM.
Time to learn the industry lingo! We’ll kick things off with a handy jargon buster before taking a deep dive into the inner workings of Prime and Amazon MGM Studios. You'll get an idea of the types of roles available in this dynamic space.
Welcome to the heart of the action, where technical skills meet the creative world! You’ll explore how Content Acquisition teams secure top-tier entertainment and how data analysis drives customer obsession across Prime. Then, we'll head over to Studios to uncover the background process of producing a show or film, see how Visual Effects (VFX) uses cutting-edge technology to enhance creativity, and discover how Social Marketing connects the final product with the right audiences.
Put on your production hat! In this hands-on task, you'll learn why completing a call sheet is such a crucial aspect of the production process. You’ll need to pay close attention to instructions from the experts to successfully build a flawless schedule.
Ready to take your first steps into the entertainment industry? This module explores the fantastic pathways available to kickstart your journey! We’ll take a special look at Apprenticeships and Degree Apprenticeships, showing you how to get your foot in the door and start building a successful career.
Our final module is all about equipping you for the future of work with highly relevant skills for this course. We’ll focus on building your AI Literacy so you can navigate modern technologies, mastering Data Analysis to make smart decisions based on viewer habits, and sharpening your Digital Communications to collaborate effectively with global production teams.
See where innovation happens at Amazon
Hear about their jobs, career journeys, and top tips.
Discover a wide range of career paths.
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Amazon’s Career Tours are guided video experiences that take you behind the scenes of real tech and business roles. You’ll hear directly from Amazon employees, explore day-to-day tasks, and discover what it takes to work in exciting industries.
Career Tours take around 30 minutes to complete. They're perfect for getting a quick but meaningful glimpse into life at Amazon.
Build the digital skills you need to succeed — at school, at work, and in life. These programmes are designed to help you build your digital confidence from the ground up. Through interactive tasks, real-life scenarios, and practical tips, you’ll gain the foundational skills that employers look for — and that will support you across subjects, job applications, and everyday life online.
Each experience take around 30 minutes to complete. They're perfect for getting a quick but meaningful glimpse into essential digital skills.
Virtual Work Experiences are your all-access pass to life at Amazon. From logistics and cloud tech to design and data, you’ll explore the diverse roles that power one of the world’s most innovative companies.
The Virtual Work Experience can take around 6-7 hours to complete. It may take less or more time, it’s entirely up to you. If you want to do it in chunks and come back to it, that’s absolutely fine.
The programmes are available on any device – computer, tablet, or phone. For the best viewing experience, we recommend using the Chrome browser on a laptop or desktop.
"The course was great. There were a lot of things to learn and understand. It's actually perfect, interactive and informative."
“I enjoyed how informative and helpful it was to navigating careers and the workplace.”
“I liked learning about the new opportunities within amazon and how innovative and inspiring the company is as a whole"
“I enjoyed the wide variety of careers covered in the virtual programme and the activities I got to complete, particularly the Tech Innovations activity.”
“I enjoyed the apprenticeship and career pathway section [Module 3]. It gave me more insight into employability skills and how to write a CV”