Youth Cinema Project Filmmaker Mentor – Summer

Benefits: - mileage - 401(k) - Competitive salary - Free uniforms - Opportunity for advancement - Training & development Job Description The Youth Cinema Project (YCP) is a project-based learning program that teaches filmmaking to youth in public schools during the regular school year and summer sessions. YCP Summer Mentors are professional filmmakers who lead immersive, hands-on film classes for students in grades 5–12. During the summer term, mentors guide students through an accelerated filmmaking experience, supporting them in developing, producing, and completing short film projects within a condensed timeline. Summer Schedule & Commitment: - Program Dates: June 8 – July 2, 2026 - Paid Training: Mid May (required prior to placement) - 4–5 days per week - 4 hours of instruction per day - 1 hour of prep per day - 1 hour of supplemental/admin time per day - 24 - 30 hours per week Minimum Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of experience in the film industry (producer, director, or below-the-line roles) - Expertise in at least one area of filmmaking - Candidates MUST have editing experience - comfortable in editing simple short content. - Strong communication and collaboration skills - Ability to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment - Help youth develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and decision-making - Provide emotional support and encouragement to youth facing challenges Location & Travel: - Position based in Bakersfield, CA - Must have reliable transportation - Travel up to 50 miles may be required (mileage reimbursed) Education: - Associate’s degree in Film or related field (Required) Preferred Qualifications - Film School graduate, a plus - Previous teaching experience, a plus - Experience with DaVinci Resolve, Frame.io, Dropbox - Advanced working knowledge of camera and audio equipment - Basic working knowledge of G&E equipment - Advanced working knowledge of film set logistics - Intermediate to Advanced working knowledge of film story structure Duties & Responsibilities - Teach an accelerated summer film program in a classroom setting - Attend all YCP trainings and professional development meetings - Collaborate with co-mentor to deliver curriculum effectively - Prepare daily lesson plans using provided materials - Guide students through all stages of filmmaking (development → production → post) - Ensure completion of class deliverables (scripts, films, etc.)

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