Education

We are no longer accepting applications for this role.

OVERVIEW

SFFILM’s Education department is seeking a motivated intern with an interest in education and film/media to support K-12 programming to join us this fall to develop skills and assist with event production and educational program planning. Our Education team serves more than 15,000 students and teachers every year, from kindergarten through 12th grade, to develop media literacy, cultural awareness, global understanding and a lifelong appreciation of cinema. SFFILM Education aims to cultivate students’ imaginations, prepare them for filmmaking careers, and empower them to succeed in a media-saturated world.

The Education Intern reports to the Education Manager and will provide assistance in the SFFILM offices and onsite at theaters and schools for our Fall Education programming including Schools at Doc Stories (November 6-10), Screenings for Schools, Youth FilmHouse Residency program, and provide additional support to the Education Department as needed. The Education Intern is also given the opportunity to assist with planning for the 2026 SFFILM Festival. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about film/media education. The internship is based in-person in San Francisco and is unpaid.

This internship requires a commitment of 2-3 days per week (approximately 12-20 hours per week). Regular in-office days are Tuesdays and Thursdays. This position may occasionally involve attendance at events outside of normal business hours or on weekends. The ideal start date is mid-September, with an end date in mid-December. Application review begins September 8 and will be rolling after that.

OPPORTUNITIES AND OUTCOMES

• Provide event support for Education screenings and school visits (may include venue set-up, ushering, greeting students and teachers, assisting with Q&As, and volunteer coordination).
• Develop outreach skills and gain knowledge of SFUSD, other Bay Area schools, and national afterschool programs serving K-12.
• Support with the expansion of offered resources through activities, study guides, and/or partner organizations for K-12 students who attend in-person or virtual screenings or events through Common Core Standards.
• Assist in documenting Education events through video and photo.
• Support with updating and collecting data metrics for all Festival education programs
• Develop skills as a screener for relevant films for the 2026 SFFILM Festival’s Education programs.
• Provide other administrative and constituent support as needed.
• Provide additional program support to the Education Department as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for film/ media education, film festivals, and film organizations.
• Interest in working with students ages K-12.
• Experience with film/media research and archives and/or interest in developing research skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to the SFFILM office, Bay Area schools, and theaters.
• Availability for morning/afternoon weekday screenings, as well as scheduled weekday hours in the SFFILM office.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Professional demeanor combined with an ability to have fun with kids.
• Must be able to express yourself clearly, thoroughly and mindfully.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment.
• Excellent computer skills. Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan.
• Experience teaching in classrooms or non-traditional learning environments a plus.
• Knowledge of SFUSD and the broader Bay Area education community a plus.

BENEFITS

• SFFILM is an internationally recognized nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
• Great introduction and experience in film / media education and film festival in addition to exposure to aspects of outreach and event management.
• Excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a world class film organization and create personal connections.
• Complimentary 1-year SFFILM membership.
• Interns are able, and encouraged, to attend SFFILM preview screenings and events.
• Class credit (if applicable).
• Resume and network builder.
• Unpaid, but great film perks!

We are no longer accepting applications for this position.

Summary

SFFILM is seeking 3-4 seasonal Youth Education Interns for the 2025 Summer SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp. This internship includes four weeks of teaching/production assistance at the Youth Filmmakers Camp (July 14th – August 8th, 2025) and 1-2 weeks supporting SFFILM Education’s curriculum and program planning prior to camp. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in filmmaking education, curriculum planning, and teaching. SFFILM’s Youth Filmmakers Camp is designed to educate students interested in the field of visual storytelling, increasing students’ creativity and technical skills through hands-on and classroom instruction. SFFILM Education’s goal is to enrich young filmmakers through exposure to new artforms and to build upon existing skills.

This internship requires a commitment of 2 to 4 days per week (approximately 15 to 25 hours per week) and runs from July 7, 2025 through August 8, 2025. The Interns will not be scheduled for any hours the week of June 30th – July 4th. The internship is based in-person in San Francisco, at SFFILM’s office and USF, and is unpaid. The Youth Education Intern reports to the Education Coordinator, Camp Instructor and additional SFFILM staff.

Application review will begin May 28th, but the position is open and accepting applications while this posting remains up.

Responsibilities

• Support camp instructors and staff at Youth Filmmakers Camp sessions as a teaching and production assistant.
• Provide adult supervision and work directly with camp participants (ages 14–18), helping them to produce short film projects.
• Lead break-out groups throughout pre-production, production, and post-production.
• Document camp sessions through photos and videos.
• Assist the instructors with all camp logistics and with the preparation and inventory of materials and resources.
• Assist with daily loading in, loading out, setup and breakdown of camp equipment.
• Work on other SFFILM Education projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to work with children and/or teens in a classroom setting.
• Experience with basic film production, including demonstrated proficiency with digital video cameras and editing software such as Premiere Pro.
• Experience with Google Workspace.
• Good research skills.
• Able to work independently on own initiative and also able to take direction as part of a team in support of the instructors and SFFILM staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Professional demeanor combined with an ability to have fun with kids.
• Previous classroom or teaching experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Passion for both film and teaching.
• Reliable transportation and availability for on-location camp work from July 14 – August 8 at the University of San Francisco and other weeks at the SFFILM office in SOMA.
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan background check.
• Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefits

• SFFILM is an internationally recognized nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
• Great introduction and experience in film/media education.
• Excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a world-class film organization and create personal connections.
• Complimentary 1-year SFFILM membership.
• Class credit (if applicable).
• Resume and network builder.

SFFILM is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) in both its internal management and external programming. Since 2018, the organization has actively been working in collaboration with two Advisory Boards focused on accessibility and inclusivity and officially began work with a DEI consultant in 2019 to further invest in and build on that work. Candidates are invited to discuss their interest and involvement in DEAI practices in their cover letter, and ask us more about our DEAI process in their interview.

SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers.

We are no longer accepting applications for this position.

Summary

SFFILM is seeking a seasonal Camp Instructor for the 2025 Summer SFFILM Youth Filmmakers Camp. This is an opportunity to apply filmmaking and storytelling, curriculum implementation, youth management and engagement skills in a hands-on workshop environment. SFFILM’s Youth Filmmakers Camp is designed to educate students interested in the field of visual storytelling, increasing students’ creativity and technical skills through hands-on and classroom instruction. The Camp Instructor works closely with our Education Coordinator to support classroom objectives and SFFILM Education’s goals to enrich young filmmakers through exposure to new artforms and to build upon existing skills.
The position of Camp Instructor is a full-time, temporary position working with campers 14-18 years old located in San Francisco. The hourly rate is $21 – $25/hr, based on experience, and the dates of the agreement are mid-June through August 12, 2025. During camp (July 14 – August 8) the typical daily schedule is 8:00am – 4:30pm and will be at USF. The Camp Instructor will not be scheduled for any hours the week of June 30th – July 4th. This is an unpaid week, but will receive holiday pay for July 4th.
Application review will begin May 28th, but the position is open and accepting applications while this posting remains up.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers in and out of the classroom setting.
• Assist in the design and implementation of inquiry-based and project-based lessons on film topics.
• Work closely with SFFILM Education department to implement the camp curriculum.
• Assist with accessibility and adapting to campers learning needs.
• Communicate with parents and guardians of campers.
• Assist with camp logistics, preparation, and inventory of equipment, materials, and resources.
• Co-lead lessons and break-out groups throughout pre-production, production, and post-production and daily tasks with our Education Coordinator.
• Manage filmmaker guest visits and lecturers.
• Manage a team of interns in assigning roles and tasks.
• Demonstrate a willingness to adapt and implement camp curricula in creative ways.
• Assist with camp load in, load out, and management of equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in filmmaking, film, arts education, or related; could be current film student, active artist or filmmaker, teaching artist or educator.
• Proficient knowledge of all steps of the production process and use of professional equipment (camera, lighting, sound, etc).
• Proficient knowledge of technical aspects of filmmaking and film equipment a plus.
• Proficiency in using Apple computer software and editing systems, especially professional DSLR cameras and Premiere Pro.
• Confidence and focus in busy classroom/film production settings.
• Classroom management, conflict, and communication skills.
• Experience working in youth education or community-based settings with diverse groups of young people between ages 13 – 18 a plus.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail with a proven ability to manage tasks and priorities, plan ahead, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to adjust lesson plans to adapt to different learning abilities and needs.
• Ability to maintain and nurture professional and positive relationships with campers, instructors, interns, and filmmaker guests.
• Reliable transportation and availability for on-location camp work at the University of San Francisco and other weeks at the SFFILM office in SOMA. A car is a plus.
• Minimum 20 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan background check.

SFFILM is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) in both its internal management and external programming. Since 2018, the organization has actively been working in collaboration with two Advisory Boards focused on accessibility and inclusivity and officially began work with a DEI consultant in 2019 to further invest in and build on that work. Candidates are invited to discuss their interest and involvement in DEAI practices in their cover letter, and ask us more about our DEAI process in their interview.

SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers.

We are no longer accepting applications for this position.

Summary

SFFILM’s Education department is seeking a motivated intern with an interest in education and film/media to support K -12 programming to join us this spring to develop skills and assist with outreach and event production. Our Education team serves more than 15,000 students and teachers every year, from kindergarten through college, to develop media literacy, cultural awareness, global understanding and a lifelong appreciation of cinema. SFFILM Education aims to cultivate students’ imaginations, prepare them for filmmaking careers, and empower them to succeed in a media-saturated world.

The Education Intern reports to the Education Manager and will provide assistance in the SFFILM offices and onsite at schools and theaters for our Schools at the Festivals program and provide additional support to the Education Department as needed. The key undertaking will be preparing for and executing the 2025 SFFILM Festival (April 17-27). This is an excellent opportunity to learn about film/media education. The internship is based in person in the Bay Area and is unpaid.

The opportunity is based in the Bay Area, requires 10-15 hours per week (availability
to work out of the SFFILM SOMA offices Tuesdays and/or Thursdays is essential), and runs from February through early May 2025, with a potential extension. This position may occasionally involve attendance at events outside of normal business hours.

Application Review will begin January 8th, 2025.

Opportunities and Outcomes

• Provide event support for Schools at the Festival screenings and school visits (may include venue set-up, ushering, greeting students and teachers, assisting with Q&As, and volunteer coordination).
• Develop outreach skills and gain knowledge of SFUSD, other Bay Area schools, and national afterschool programs serving K-12.
• Support with the expansion of offered resources through activities and study guides for K-12 students who attend in person or virtual screenings or events through Common Core Standards.
• Document Schools at the Festival and Education events through video and photo.
• Provide support through blog post and/or social media to highlight Education program.
• Assist with in-kind donations to support Education festival events.

Qualifications

• Passion for film/ media education, film festivals, and film organizations.
• Interest in working with students ages K-12.
• Good research skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to the SFFILM office, Bay Area schools, and theaters.
• Availability for morning/afternoon weekday screenings, as well as scheduled weekday hours in the SFFILM office.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Professional demeanor combined with an ability to have fun with kids.
• Must be able to express yourself clearly, thoroughly and mindfully.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment.
• Excellent computer skills. Proficiency with Google Suite.
• Must be able to pass a LiveScan.
• Experience teaching in classrooms or non-traditional learning environments a plus.
• Knowledge of SFUSD and the broader Bay Area education community a plus.

Benefits

• SFFILM is an internationally recognized nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
• Great introduction and experience in film / media education and film festival in addition to exposure to aspects of outreach and event management.
• Excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a world class film organization and create personal connections.
• Complimentary 1-year SFFILM membership.
• Interns are able, and encouraged, to attend SFFILM preview screenings and events.
• Class credit (if applicable).
• Resume and network builder.
• Unpaid, but great film perks!

SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy/childbirth, medical condition, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, citizenship or veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers.