Youth Media Teaching Artist - Part-Time Video Production

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

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.