Mobile Paint Party Instructor - Flexible Gig & Tips

MaineGuide; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Bonus opportunities

Tips

Job summary

Paint the Town in Portland, ME is seeking a friendly painting instructor to lead mobile painting parties. You will travel to events with art supplies and guide guests through a fun, relaxed painting experience.

This contract role offers a flexible schedule, tips, and bonus opportunities; prior teaching or painting experience is preferred, but a can-do attitude and reliability are key.

Qualifications

• Proficient with using acrylic paints and guiding groups.
• Preferably a Fine Arts student, but self-taught accepted.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage energy of non-traditional settings.
• Must have a car and valid license to drive to events.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging painting parties for groups of 10–20 guests.
• Drive to events and transport art supplies as needed.
• Be punctual, reliable, and able to handle stressful situations gracefully.
• Provide friendly, helpful instruction and ensure guests have fun.

Education

Fine Arts background

Job description

Paint the Town is a mobile paint party company offering social and team building events. Check out our site here! https://paintthetown.com

We are hiring a fun painting instructor to lead a "painting parties"!

Please note this is a gig based position. This is a great side hustle that’s easy to balance with other part-time jobs, freelancing, or school!

You'll have fun sharing your passion for art and meeting different people! Our engagements are intimate (typically 10-20 guests), and our customers are friendly and respectful.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please apply on our website!

https://www.paintthetown.com/internal/new-artist-application/?candidatesource=Indeed

REQUIREMENTS:

- Need a car and valid license, to drive to events and transport art supplies

- At least 2 weekdays free between Tuesday and Friday from 1-7 PM + occasional weekends

- Proficient with using acrylic paints. Preferably a Fine Arts student, but self taught is also accepted. You will need to submit painting samples or a portfolio

- Be reliable and responsive. You MUST be punctual and a self starter

- Outgoing people person, handle stressful situations with grace

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Tips

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Painting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road