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Teaching Assistant - TA Filmmaking & Creative Media

WizeHire, Inc, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Teaching Assistant – TA Filmmaking & Creative Media Posted 2 days ago

San Francisco Film School (SFFS) is seeking qualified Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support filmmaking and creative media courses during the Spring 2026 semester and beyond. This role is ideal for early‑career professionals or practitioners interested in teaching, mentoring students, and supporting hands‑on, production‑based learning environments.

Position Summary Teaching Assistants assist students and instructors in hybrid courses that combine online learning with on‑campus, hands‑on production activities. TAs play an essential role in facilitating learning, offering technical and academic support, and ensuring smooth course operations. This is a part‑time, non‑faculty instructional support position.

Responsibilities

Facilitate small‑group discussions, workshops, or lab activities during scheduled class sessions.

Provide technical assistance with filmmaking equipment, software, and course materials.

Offer tutoring or student support during designated office hours or scheduled support times.

Assist with administrative and instructional tasks, including distributing materials and preparing classrooms or production spaces.

Provide feedback on draft assignments or practice exercises.

Support student productions on campus as needed.

Coordinate with instructors and school administration regarding attendance tracking and basic grading support.

Attend required meetings, including faculty or instructional support meetings.

Schedule and Modality Expectations

TAs must be available for both online and on‑campus classes, depending on course needs.

On‑campus presence is required for classes and productions scheduled at the San Francisco campus.

Weekly hours vary by course, but each requires a minimum commitment of 6 hours per week.

Qualifications

Professional experience in filmmaking or a closely related creative media field.

Strong working knowledge of professional filmmaking workflows, tools, and equipment.

Ability to support students in a collaborative, production‑focused learning environment.

Reliable communication skills and professional conduct when working with students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Film, Filmmaking, Creative Media, or a closely related field.

Prior teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or instructional support experience.

Demonstrated ability to explain technical concepts clearly to students with varying levels of experience.

A portfolio or reel demonstrating professional‑quality work.

Compensation $25 hourly

About San Francisco Film School San Francisco Film School was founded in 2005 and is a private, accredited college offering career‑focused education in filmmaking and creative media. Known for its production‑based curriculum and industry practitioner faculty, the School emphasizes hands‑on learning that connects creative practice with professional standards. San Francisco Film School serves students pursuing careers across the entertainment industry and continues to expand its academic offerings, including music production and creative AI, to support the next generation of creators.

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