Filmmaker Mentor
Company: Latino Film Institute - Youth Cinema Project
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: July 31, 2022
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Job Description:
LOCATIONS: CALIFORNIA - Must live within 50 miles from Salinas,
North Monterey CountyMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Candidates MUST have a
minimum of 3 years working in the film industry as a producer,
director, or in any below-the-line position.Candidates MUST have
expertise in at least one specific area of filmmaking.Candidates
MUST have a valid driver's license and reliable source of
transportation.Travel (up to 50 miles) may be requiredMileage is
reimbursedCandidates MUST have a Bachelor's Degree or
higherCandidates are comfortable in a school environment teaching
children.DESCRIPTION of POSITION DETAILS:The Youth Cinema Project
is a project-based program that teaches film to children and teens
in the classrooms of public schools.YCP Mentors teach 90-minute
film classes, twice a week, during regular school hours. The
curriculum is provided. Mentors can expect to teach 7 - 21 hours a
week and teach at all times with a co-mentor. Classes range from
4th-12th grade and mentors guide students through the entire
filmmaking process for the duration of the school year. The first
trimester is focused on writing and development, the second
trimester focuses on pre-production and production, and the last
trimester on post. Typically the school year runs from mid-August
to mid-June.EEO PolicyLatino Film Institute/ Youth Cinema Project
is an equal opportunity employer that does not and will not
discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of
gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical/mental
disability or veteran status, or any other consideration protected
by federal, state or local laws.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Film
School Student/Graduate, a plusPrevious teaching experience, a
plusInternet / Technical and editing skillsGoogle SuiteDaVinci
Resolve, a plusBasic to advanced working knowledge of camera and
audio equipmentBasic to advanced working knowledge of grip and
electrical equipmentBasic to advanced working knowledge of film set
logisticsBasic to advance working knowledge of film story
structureRESPONSIBILITIES:Teach a year-long film program in the
classroom during regular school hoursCommitment to the mission
statement and philosophy of the programAdherence to Mentor Handbook
guidelines.Maintain communication with YCP administrationAttend all
YCP trainingConduct inventory of classroom film
equipmentAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:Resume3 samples of your film work
(links preferred)Background Check + Live ScanTB TestValid Proof of
EmploymentI-9 FormW4 FormValid Auto InsuranceCOVID 19 Vaccine
CardPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:In-Person TeachingAbility to lift or
carry 40lbs of film equipment occasionally.Regular pushing /
pulling / bending / stooping / kneeling
Keywords: Latino Film Institute - Youth Cinema Project, Santa Cruz , Filmmaker Mentor, Other , Santa Cruz, California
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