Lead Instructor - Inland Empire

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Film & Media Lead Instructor coordinates and organizes all content created at Film and Media Studio providing vocational guidance to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities who desire to pursue a career in the Film and Multimedia Industry. We are seeking a professional that embodies optimism, teamwork, innovation, and accountability with the desire to help increase inclusion in the film and media industry by training participants and supporting job placement opportunities with community partners.

We encourage applicants from all communities including black, indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, neurodiverse, and people with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Studio Manager in support of overall Film & Media Program operations, including student program coordination, report writing, property management, staff training, technology and vehicle management.
• Apply Film & Media Program curriculum to lead students in creation of short films and other digital media content.
• Lead other instructors and staff in content creation process ensuring projects are completed in a timely manner.
• Instruct elements of filmmaking, including directing, producing, and script supervising, providing technical support as needed.
• Create lesson plans, aligned with current industry standards, which drives instruction through formative assessment and hands-on curriculum.
• Provides a variety of assessments and uses evaluations for planning and instruction.
• Provide consistent, immediate feedback to student learning and asks questions that elicit students responses that incorporate prior knowledge, life experience and interests that are directly related to the content objective.
• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques keeping class discussions on topic and engaged.
• Integrate available and up to date technology/instructional media to enhance the students learning experiences.
• Research and visit prospective filming locations to assess accessibility and modes of transportation available, as needed.
• Support students during program hours and/or during employment opportunities.
• Enter and track participant data as it relates to their goals and objectives, recording development, progress, and attainment.
• Maintain inventory of equipment for production, including cameras, lighting, and computers. Oversee maintenance and condition of all production equipment.
• Maintain office, program and work spaces, keeping them neat and organized.
• Perform incidental job duties, such as cleaning, as required.

Company Standards

• Attend all required meetings and in-services.
• Complete all required training.
• Comply with all Options For All policies and procedures.
• Conserve company resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelors degree preferred

Experience

• 3+ years experience with digital film production, processes, and techniques.
• Experience in producing, coordinating, and/or directing a film or multimedia project.
• Knowledge and skills in budgeting, location scouting, script supervising, assistant directing, or any other Above the Line crew position and knowledge of materials and tools respectively.
• Experience with web based content management systems, video optimization and archival techniques.
• Knowledge and application of appropriate teaching strategies and methods.
• Knowledge of Pre-production, Production, and Post-production processes.
• Experience with production gear, materials, and tools.
• Experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities within the human services, education, or a related field (preferred).

Required Skills

• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Professional English writing ability, including usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Participation in staff meetings and trainings.
• Proficient use of basic office equipment, Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask, organize information, and prioritize activities.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel within and throughout the county in which services are provided.
• Ability to travel in and throughout the state on a quarterly basis to attend meetings, trainings, etc.
• Background Check
• Samples of related film & media work that may include demo reel, production design/art, podcast/audio, etc. (preferred).

COMPENSATION

Compensation range is $29.25 per hour depending on experience, plus access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 403(b) retirement program on your first day of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. They must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment. Ability to lift 25lbs. and transfer 75lbs. required. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be working in community environments, employment sites and office environments. The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment. Exposure to blood borne pathogens could occur during restrooming, feeding, or when administering first aid to participants. Hepatitis B vaccines are offered at no cost to each employee.