Education

Assistant Camp Instructor

Overview

SFFILM Assistant Camp Instructors are hourly employees that facilitate our Young Filmmakers Summer Camp programs during the 2019 summer season. The Assistant Camp Instructor works closely with the Lead Program Instructor to support classroom objectives. SFFILM’s Young 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.

The position of Assistant Camp Instructor is a 4-week full-time seasonal position working with high school aged campers located in San Francisco.

Dates: July 8 – August 2
Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm, week days

Responsibilities

Supervise campers in and out of class
Design and implement inquiry-based and project-based lessons on film topics
Work closely with Program Instructor to implement camp curriculum
Assist with camp logistics and preparation and inventory of materials and resources
Lead break-out groups throughout pre-production and production, and assist with post-production as necessary
Manage team of interns in assigning roles and tasks
Demonstrate a willingness to adapt and implement camp curricula in creative ways

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Masters degree in cinema, arts, arts education, or related
At least two years experience
As an active artist or filmmaker
As a teaching artist or educator
Working in public schools or community-based settings with diverse groups of young people between ages 13 – 18
Proficiency in using Canon DSLRS cameras and Apple products
Proficiency in using Apple computer software and editing systems
Confidence and focus in busy classroom/film production settings
Strong classroom management skills
Strong 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, and interns
Minimum 21 years of age
Must be able to pass a LiveScan and provide results from a TB test

Youth Education Intern

Overview

The Youth Education Intern reports to the Education Program Coordinator. This internship includes four weeks of teaching/production assistance at the Young Filmmakers Camp and two weeks supporting the outreach and development of SFFILM Education’s curriculum development and program planning.

Dates

Total 6-8 week commitment
Mid-June start date
Four weeks at our Young Filmmakers Camp beginning July 8, Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm ending August 2 (ideally 20-30 hours per week commitment with a regular schedule)
Approximately two weeks before or two after the camp (flexible, 8 hours per week)

Responsibilities

Support camp instructors at all Young Filmmakers Camp sessions as a teaching and production assistant.
Provide adult supervision and work directly with camp participants (ages 13–18), helping them to produce short film projects.
Lead break-out groups throughout pre-production and production, and assist with post-production.
Document all camp sessions through photos and videos for marketing.
Assist the instructors with all camp logistics and with the preparation and inventory of materials and resources.
Assist with loading in, loading out, and setup.
Help prepare for camp and assist with getting evaluations and feedback.
Collate and analyze evaluations and feedback to assist with outreach and marketing for SFFILM education programs.
Modify and upload selected lesson plans, photos, video clips, and final camp films to FilmEd website as needed.
Work on other SFFILM education projects as needed.

Qualifications

Strong desire to work with teens in a classroom setting.
Experience with basic film production, including demonstrated proficiency with digital video cameras and editing software such as Final Cut Pro.
Experience working with media on the web.
Good research skills.
Able to work independently on own initiative and also happy to take direction as part of a team in support of the instructor, assistant, 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 8 in Pacific Heights and other weeks at SFFILM offices in the Presidio on TBD days.

Filmmaker School Visit Coordinator

Overview

The Filmmaker School Visit Coordinator will support the Associate Director of Education and Schools at the Festival Program by selecting, coordinating, scheduling, managing and presenting all in-school visits of Festival filmmaker guests to Bay Area K-12 classrooms. Films are selected to support the curriculum of a range of grade levels and subject areas, and all visits are interactive experiences with opportunities for students to engage with filmmakers, industry professionals, and subject area specialists in post-screening discussions and Q&As. Visits also allow the artists the opportunity to gain valuable feedback from younger audiences. All programs are developed in alignment with Common Core and California educational standards for media literacy. This position lasts from February 4 through May 3. It will be part time leading up until the Festival, then 40 hours per week during the two weeks of the Festival.

Responsibilities

Responsible for selecting, coordinating, scheduling, managing and presenting all in-school visits of Festival filmmaker guests to Bay Area K-12 classrooms to show and discuss their films

Qualifications

Excellent organizational and time management skills
Experience working with kids in a K-12 educational setting
Comfortable with public speaking
Educational background in filmmaking, film studies, and(or) education
Must have your own vehicle

The Art & Science of Lucasfilm

This program series brings professionals from Lucasfilm together with Bay Area middle and high school students to demonstrate the intersection of art and science in the entertainment industry. Lucasfilm directors, supervisors, artists, and engineers lead students through behind-the-scenes, interactive multimedia presentations and particiate in in-depth discussions and Q&As.

Contact

To learn more about The Art & Science of Lucasfilm, please contact our Education department at education@sffilm.org.