Instructor

Fresh Films' Filmmaking Program will engage high-school teens on Tuesday and Thursdays.

We're looking for filmmakers or technically-inclined educators in the Cleveland area who can engage, guide, and mentor the future filmmakers as they learn the ins and outs of filmmaking.

This position is perfect for a freelance professional, current teacher, graduate student, or a filmmaker who is looking to give back to youth in the community.

Note: Filmmaking Instructors will be expected to follow the rules and restrictions set forth by our program partners.

Preferred Qualifications
Well-rounded generalists with experience working in the film, television, or media-production industries
Of note, we welcome folks who have a specific area of expertise as long as they are also comfortable teaching filmmaking in general (basic camera, lights, and audio operation + basic video editing principles)
People who are well-versed in the traditional filmmaking process (Concept Development, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, and Marketing)
Must genuinely enjoy working with young-adult students in an educational environment
Must pass a background check in order to work directly with students

Dates: Starts on Tuesday 4/14/2026, and continues Tuesdays & Thursdays through May 21, 2026
Time: 3:45pm - 5:45pm ET
The program will run for 2 hours/day on Tuesdays & Thursdays, along with 2-4 hours/week spent reviewing student work, prepping for the next program session, and answering student questions as needed

Hour Commitment: No more than 6-8 hours/week
Location: Cleveland Public Library - Rockport Campus
Compensation: $30 - $45 /hour

Fresh Films will develop all program curriculum and provide all materials needed for the program. The role of the instructor will be to teach and facilitate the curriculum, as well as to work directly with students to complete their filmmaking projects.

Please submit a resume to apply.