Filmmaking Mentor

Latino Film Institute•Morgan Hill, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Cinema Project (YCP) is a project-based learning program that teaches film to youth in public schools during regular school and/or after school/summer school. YCP Mentors are professional filmmakers that teach 90-minute film classes, twice a week to students in 5th - 12th grades. In collaboration with a co-mentor, YCP Mentors implement our rigorous filmmaking curriculum and guide students through the filmmaking process to produce high-quality short film content over the course of the school year (Jan - June). YCP Mentors can expect to work 7-14 hours a week.

Requirements

Candidates MUST have a minimum of 3 years working in the film industry as a producer, director or in any below-the-line position.
Candidates MUST have expertise in at least one specific area of filmmaking.
Candidates MUST have editing experience - not to a professional editors level but enough to edit simple short content.
Candidates MUST be comfortable using Google Suite
Travel (up to 50 miles) may be required. Mileage is reimbursed.
Candidates MUST have a Bachelors in film.
Candidates MUST be comfortable in a school environment teaching children.
Collaborate with other mentors and staff to create a positive and inclusive environment
Help youth develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and decision-making
Provide emotional support and encouragement to youth facing challenges

Nice To Haves

Film School graduate, a plus
Previous teaching experience, a plus
Experience using DaVinci Resolve, Frame.io, Dropbox.
Advanced working knowledge of camera and audio equipment
Basic working knowledge of G&E equipment
Advanced working knowledge of film set logistics
Intermediate to Advanced working knowledge of film story structure

Responsibilities

Teach a year-long film program in the classroom during regular school
Attend all YCP trainings and professional development meetings (monthly)
Thoroughly prepare before each class with co-mentor utilizing provided curriculum
Complete, compile and submit program materials and program data in a timely manner
Responsible for all class deliverables (finished scripts, films, etc.)
Commitment to the mission statement and philosophy of the program
Adhere to Mentor Handbook guidelines
Build and maintain positive rapport with students, school personnel, and colleagues
Maintain timely communication with YCP administration and school personnel
Conduct inventory of classroom film equipment as required