Teaching Artist

NY 411; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

Lil' Filmmakers is seeking a Teaching Artist for a temporary position in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves overseeing summer workshops for youth in filmmaking and storytelling, paying $30 per hour.

The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in film and a passion for education. Responsibilities include designing workshop content and guiding young participants through the creative process.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in film including filming and editing.
• Experience with youth in an educational/mentorship capacity.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee participants in storytelling and production.
• Design and deliver instructions across workshop days.
• Provide direction and feedback during production.

Skills

Filmmaking experience

Instructional content design

Youth mentorship

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

This is a Temp position in the field of Education / Faculty / Adjunct, located in Philadelphia, PA.

The position pays $30.00 per hour.

The employer is Lil' Filmmakers.

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About Lil' Filmmakers, Inc: Lil' Filmmakers, Inc is a dynamic non‑profit organization dedicated to empowering youth through the arts of film and media. Our mission is to provide a supportive and creative environment where young people can explore their talents, develop critical skills, and produce meaningful media projects that reflect their voices and perspectives.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate, highly organized, and detail‑oriented individual with a passion for education and outreach to join our team as a Teaching Artist. This role assists the program coordinator in executing a summer workshop series. The Lil’ Filmmakers Summer Workshop Series is a hands‑on, production‑based program designed to equip participants with foundational and practical skills in storytelling, filmmaking, and digital image creation. Each workshop is structured to mirror a professional production environment, where participants focus on directing, storytelling, and creative decision‑making, while a team of professional editors and photo assistants supports post‑production and technical execution. Workshops run for 3 days (3 hours per day) and culminate in completed media projects.

Program Dates: Narrative Teen (13‑17): July 13, 14, 15 | 12:00PM - 3:00PM; Documentary Teen (13‑17): July 20, 21, 22 | 12:00PM - 3:00PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a group of 12‑15 young people in the storytelling, production, and post‑production process.
• Design and deliver instructional content across all 3 workshop days.
• Guide participants through story development, production planning, and creative execution.
• Teach core concepts (storytelling, composition, lighting, sound, visual language).
• Facilitate group collaboration and assign participant roles.
• Provide real‑time direction and feedback during production.
• Lead critique sessions and final project reviews.
• Ensure alignment with program mission and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in film (e.g., filming, editing, camera operations, producing).
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience working with youth in an educational or mentorship capacity.
• Passion for storytelling and an interest in sharing film knowledge with the next generation of filmmakers.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and communities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in social emotional learning (SEL) a plus.