Teaching Assistant - TA Filmmaking & Creative Media

San Francisco Film School • San Francisco, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

San Francisco Film School (SFFS) is looking for 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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level