Film and Digital Art & Design Instructor

Purpose: The ideal candidate is an outstanding teacher with a deep understanding of and passion for Film and Digital Design. He/she enjoys working with upper school students, grades 9-12, and has experience masterfully guiding them in the development of their artistic and film production skills. The Film and Digital Art & Design Instructor is charged with teaching all levels of Film Production, at least one section of Digital art And Design, and a section of Elements of Creation (an open format art class for upperclassmen) as needed, working closely with the Department Chair, and promoting the Visual Arts at ESD. The successful candidate will also facilitate involvement in Fine Arts festivals and competitions, and sponsor a winter or spring Film Festival.

Essential Functions:
-Teach 4-5 sections of Film and Digital Art & Design in the Upper School, delivering instruction aligned with ESD’s Statement of Educational Philosophy and Visual Arts Learning Standards.
-Provide support in gallery art installations and art events if needed.
-Coordinate and promote a school wide film festival.
-Provide integral and varied support, planning, oversight, and communication as an academic advisor.
-Participate and engage in professional activities and gatherings at team, departmental, divisional, and school-wide levels.
-Use appropriate technology in support of the curriculum of the twenty-first century global classroom.
-Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues.
-Keep meaningful and accurate records.
-Work closely with colleagues and school leaders on the school’s curricular initiatives and implementation of ESD’s strategic plan.
-Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
-Actively seek out professional development and growth opportunities.
-Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or Department Chair.

Requirements
BA or BFA in Art/Film Studies, MFA preferred
Experience with and ability to teach AP 2D Art and Design
Experience with and ability to coordinate a schoolwide Film Festival
Demonstrated passion for teaching and for Film and Digital Art & Design
Strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks simultaneously
Ability to collaborate successfully and work cheerfully
Knowledge and working experience of relevant technologies, including, but not limited to, photo, video and sound editing software, still photography and video production using DSLR cameras, Adobe Suite especially Photoshop and Illustrator.
Ability to manage an extensive equipment inventory and multiple teaching spaces.

Abuse Risk Management Standards:
Adheres to policies related to boundaries with students.
Attends required abuse risk management training.
Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising students.
Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Working Environment:
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
Generally, 40% sitting, 40% walking, and 20% standing.
Minimal temperature variations (regular exposure to outside temperatures)
Off-site travel to include rustic environments and occasional overnight trips.
Generally, a hazard-free environment.

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