Multimedia Teaching Artist

Youth Beat; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Youth Beat is seeking part-time Teaching Artists for the 2026-2027 year in Oakland, CA. You will plan and teach multimedia curricula, guide student projects, and help grow a youth media career pathway. Strong video production skills and ability to connect with diverse youth are essential.

This role offers flexible hours (8–12 per week) within after-school and summer programs, with opportunities for project leadership and additional hours as the organization expands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in media-related field is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse inner-city youth.
• Knowledge of three stages of video production and editing with Premiere.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and refine curriculum for youth.
• Support student projects and guide media assignments.
• Contribute to data/attendance tracking and progress reports.
• Lead media projects for paying clients with Youth Beat Pro.

Skills

Video production

Youth mentoring

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Media Studies

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Animation software

Job description

JOB TITLE

Youth Beat - Teaching Artist (Video Production)

TIMELINE

Applications accepted starting July, 2026. Hiring immediately

JOB DETAILS

Teaching Artist Opportunities Available

YouthBeat Media Academy, 2026-2027 School Year:

Filmmaking, and Photography Programs

Locations & Times:

• August 12-May 31 averaging 8-12 hours per week, depending on placement.
• 2026-26 positions include programs for:
  • Social Media Production
  • Digital Marketing
  • Photography
  • Videography After Effects
  • Motion graphics

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates whose qualifications best match the position will be contacted for interviews. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to every applicant.

ABOUT YOUTH BEAT:

Youth Beat at KDOL-TV is a non-profit program offering free media production training to Oakland youth. We provide hands-on experience in video, journalism, filmmaking, photography, design, and animation—helping middle and high school students stay engaged in school and build career-ready skills.

Our team of teaching artists, educators, and producers lead after-school and summer programs at KDOL-TV, teach across Oakland Unified School District (OUSD), and guide youth-led freelance projects through our media company, Youth Beat PRO.

We’re seeking energetic, creative individuals passionate about media and mentoring diverse, underrepresented youth. Ideal for local creators seeking consistent part-time work or a pathway into media education at a growing nonprofit. Additional hours and project leadership opportunities may be available.

We’re hiring part-time Teaching Artists for August 2026 to help expand our capacity to serve more Oakland youth.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re seeking skilled multimedia, video production, and animation professionals passionate about sharing their craft with Oakland youth (grades 3–12).

Teaching Artists report to Youth Beat’s Education Director and will plan and teach curriculum, support student projects, and help grow our media arts career pathway. Strong technical skills in video production and the ability to connect with inner-city youth are essential. Experience with photography, animation, or design is a plus.

Youth Beat is rapidly expanding, offering opportunities for increased hours and future growth within the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with diverse, inner-city youth from Oakland schools as they learn the basics of filmmaking and/or animation.
• Plan, deliver, and refine curriculum as part of the teaching team
• Participate in Professional Development and Staff Trainings
• Follow data and attendance tracking procedures and complete monthly progress reports for Youth Beat
• Lead and complete media projects along with students for paying clients as part of our youth production company, YB Pro. (These opportunities offer additional freelance opportunities and income for our employees and students, as well as access to our professional production gear at KDOL-TV.)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred from an accredited college or university in a related field: Media Studies that includes Video Production, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, etc.
• Ability and passion for working with diverse, inner-city teenagers.
• In-depth working knowledge of the three stages of video production.
• Editing experience in Adobe Premiere (or animation software)
• Additional media skills a plus: Photography, Motion Graphics, Music Composition, Web Design.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to move and set up professional production equipment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISCLOSURE:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

We know strong candidates may bring skills or perspectives beyond what’s listed, if that’s you, we encourage you to apply and share how you can contribute to our mission.