Film Instructor / Filmmaking Mentor (Part-Time Teaching Artist)
$66,144–$66,144 year
On-siteNapa, California, United States
Job Summary
Teach two 90-minute film classes weekly, guiding grades 5-12 students through the full filmmaking process from script to screen. Partner with a co-mentor to utilize a ready-made, rigorous curriculum that covers writing, shooting, and editing to produce finished short films. Help young people find their voice while working flexible hours of 7-14 hours per week, with paid prep time and mileage reimbursement for travel up to 50 miles. This role requires 3+ years of industry experience and a valid driver's license, with a background check and TB screening required prior to employment.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years working in the film industry, as a director, producer, or in any below-the-line role
- Strong skills in at least one area of filmmaking
- Enough editing ability to cut simple short content
- Comfortable and confident working with kids in a school setting
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Comfortable using Google Workspace
- Successful completion of a background check
- Live Scan fingerprinting
- TB screening
- Ability to safely lift and transport up to 50 pounds of filmmaking equipment
Desired Qualifications
- Film degree or film-school background
- Previous teaching or mentoring experience
- Knowledge of camera, audio, and G&E equipment; film story structure
- Experience with Frame.io and Dropbox
- DaVinci Resolve
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