Salt Teaching Assistant (Radio & Podcasting / Short Film / Workshop)

Maine College of Art & Design; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Maine College of Art & Design seeks a Salt Teaching Assistant to support documentary programs, engage with students, and facilitate storytelling workshops. This part-time position offers 10-15 hours per week, emphasizing collaboration, technical support, and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have a background in documentary filmmaking or related fields, alongside proficiency in editing tools.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in documentary audio or video production.
• Prior mentoring, tutoring, or instructional support experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with higher education or student-centered learning environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in-class instruction and support students with storytelling techniques.
• Manage course logistics and support guest lecturers via Zoom.
• Participate in key Salt events and support event coordination.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Technical Proficiency

Equity and Inclusion Commitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Documentary Filmmaking, Journalism, Media Studies, or Communications

Tools

ProTools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

About Maine College Of Art & Design

At Maine College of Art & Design, we foster a creative and inclusive community

where art transforms lives and enriches the world. Located in the heart of

Portland’s vibrant Arts District, MECA&D offers a dynamic, supportive environment for students, artists, and educators. Our Salt Institute for Documentary Studies is nationally recognized for its excellence in nonfiction storytelling, blending rigorous curriculum with real-world experience.

Position Overview

The Salt Teaching Assistant (TA) provides vital instructional and administrative

support to Salt programs focused on radio, podcasting, short film, or documentary workshops. Reporting to the Director of Salt or an assigned instructor, the TA supports faculty and students in the classroom, facilitates technical skill-building, and contributes to a vibrant storytelling culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career documentarian or storyteller to engage in higher education while further developing their own professional practice.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional & Technical Support

• Assist in-class instruction and support students with storytelling techniques and ethical documentary practices.
• Provide one-on-one or small group mentoring on editing tools such as ProTools or Adobe Premiere.
• Monitor student progress and share feedback with faculty on technical skills and learning outcomes.
• Offer academic and technical support aligned with curriculum goals and learning objectives.
  
  

Program & Administrative Support

• Manage course logistics such as file-sharing, uploading content to Canvas, and photocopying.
• Support guest lecturers via Zoom, including managing technical details like captions and recordings.
• Participate in key Salt events (e.g., Storytelling Night, Final Show, Graduation) and support event coordination.
• Assist with maintaining Salt’s equipment lending library and provide input on equipment or software needs.
• Attend faculty meetings as needed to share student observations and feedback.
  
  

Community Engagement & Promotion

• Manage Salt’s social media channels (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn), promoting student work and events.
• Help foster a supportive and collaborative learning environment for all Salt students.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Documentary Filmmaking, Journalism, Media Studies, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent professional experience in storytelling, podcasting, or short film may be considered in place of a degree.
  
  

Experience

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in documentary audio or video production.
• Proficiency with editing software such as ProTools or Adobe Premiere.
• Prior mentoring, tutoring, or instructional support experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with higher education or student-centered learning environments is a plus.
  
  

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Technically proficient and eager to help others learn production tools.
• Enthusiastic about documentary storytelling and building community in a creative learning environment.
• Committed to equity, inclusion, and accessible educational practices.
  
  

What We Offer

Join a nationally recognized documentary program that prepares emerging

storytellers for meaningful careers.

This part-time offers 10 to 15 hours per week during the following period:

• Fall Program - August 25 through December 12, 2025
  
  

Compensation for the position is $23.00/hr.

Maine College of Art & Design is committed to fully including all qualified

individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job

application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Ready to Apply?

To apply, please submit the following materials as a single PDF to

[e-mail]:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience;
• A current résumé or CV;
• A list of three professional references, including at least one former supervisor.
  
  

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Maine College of Art & Design is committed to fostering a welcoming and

respectful environment where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed

based on their talents, qualifications, and achievements. We uphold the principles of fairness, merit, and equal opportunity in our academic and professional community.

MECA&D complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding

non-discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, religion, genetic information, familial status, receipt of a protection order, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.