AI Filmmaking Instructor

San Francisco Film School•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

San Francisco Film School (SFFS) prepares emerging filmmakers and creative professionals through industry-aligned, career-focused education. SFFS seeks a qualified instructor to teach DF 215 AI Filmmaking within the Digital Filmmaking program. This course develops professional competencies in AI-based video generation, prompt engineering, hybrid production workflows, and integration of AI-generated content into industry-standard post-production pipelines. This course investigates the creative and technical possibilities of artificial intelligence as a filmmaking tool. Students explore generative video, image synthesis, and AI-assisted post-production workflows, while developing critical judgment about when and how these technologies serve authentic storytelling. The curriculum addresses prompt design, visual continuity, integration of AI-generated material with live-action footage, and the evolving relationship between human creative vision and machine-generated content. The Instructor for DF 215 AI Filmmaking delivers rigorous, project-based instruction aligned with course outcomes, supports student success through consultation and timely feedback, and maintains accurate academic records. The Instructor reports to the Assistant Dean or Vice President for Academic Affairs and collaborates with SFFS academic leadership to refine the syllabus, learning activities, and assessments as the field evolves.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in film, digital media, creative arts, or a closely related discipline.
Minimum of five years of documented professional work in the discipline.
Demonstrated professional portfolio in AI filmmaking, including finished work that integrates AI-generated video with professional post-production workflows.
Working proficiency with industry-standard AI video generation platforms and Adobe Creative Suite, including non-linear editing and motion graphics software.
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in a synchronous, studio-based environment, including facilitation of critique and applied learning.
Strong written communication skills and a commitment to timely, professional student communication.
Ability to evaluate creative work using clear criteria and provide actionable feedback.
Residence in the San Francisco Bay Area with the ability and willingness to commute regularly to the SFFS campus.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MFA or equivalent) in film, digital media, creative arts, or a closely related discipline.
Professional experience delivering AI filmmaking work in commercial, agency, or independent production contexts.
Prior teaching experience in higher education or equivalent professional training settings.
Background in prompt engineering, computational creativity, or emerging generative media practice.
Demonstrated engagement with the critical and aesthetic dimensions of AI in filmmaking, including the relationship between human creative vision and machine-generated content.
Experience building syllabi, assessments, and rubrics for project-based creative coursework.

Responsibilities

Teach a two-hour weekly synchronous class session in person at the SFFS campus (Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. PT).
Deliver instruction that is academically rigorous, project-based, and aligned with stated course outcomes.
Facilitate meaningful instructor-student and student-student interaction through studio work, structured critique, and applied exercises.
Guide students through progressive portfolio development across the 15-week term, from foundational generation techniques through professional finishing.
Maintain an inclusive learning environment and uphold clear academic expectations and community standards.
Evaluate student work using project-based rubrics covering technical execution, creative development, and professional finishing.
Provide timely, constructive feedback on weekly assignments, portfolio milestones, and the final showcase.
Post grades in accordance with SFFS policies and schedules.
Track student progress and intervene early when performance or engagement indicates risk.
Use SFFS instructional systems (institutional LMS, videoconferencing, and portfolio platforms) to post materials, manage gradebooks, and communicate with students.
Hold regular office hours and respond to student communications professionally and promptly.
Support continuous course improvement in collaboration with SFFS academic leadership, including updates that reflect the rapid evolution of AI tooling and industry practice.
Maintain accurate records for attendance and academic performance in alignment with institutional and accreditor requirements.
Participate in required faculty training.
Attend program meetings, showcases, and reviews when scheduled.