Adult Media Instructor

About BRIC: BRIC is a leading arts and media institution anchored in Downtown Brooklyn whose work spans contemporary visual and performing arts, media, and civic action. For over forty years, BRIC has shaped Brooklyn's cultural and media landscape by presenting and incubating artists, creators, students, and media makers. As a creative catalyst for their community, BRIC ignites learning in people of all ages and centralizes diverse voices that take risks and drive culture forward. BRIC builds Brooklyn's creative future.About the Adult Media Instructor Role:BRIC is seeking a dynamic and experienced adult educator to lead a range of engaging media courses, offered both in-person and online. Instruction areas include Television Studio Production, Field Video Production, Video Editing (Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve), Narrative and Documentary Filmmaking, Intro to Podcasting, Motion Graphics (After Effects, Nuke), and Audio Production (Audition, Ableton Live), among others.In addition to teaching, there are opportunities to contribute as a mentor within our cohort programs, support curriculum development, partnerships, and participate in longer-term workforce training initiatives.To explore our full course offerings, visit: bricartsmedia.org/classes.What You'll Do in the Role:The Adult Media Instructor will be responsible for:Preparing course materials and delivering high-quality media instruction to classes of 12-15 adult learners in person and up to 50 students in virtual settingsAssessing student progress and issuing certifications upon successful course completion, where applicableTracking attendance and facilitating course evaluations to support continuous improvementCollaborating regularly with the Manager of Adult Education to review curriculum, assess outcomes, and refine instructional approachesYou'll Bring these Skills and Strengths to the Role:Mission & Values Alignment: A passion for BRIC's support of the arts in Brooklyn and a deep commitment to building community, igniting learning and making change through the arts and creativity.Qualifications and Experience.Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (MFA preferred)Teaching experience in a higher education or adult education setting requiredExceptional interpersonal and communication skillsExperience working with variety of cameras, production workflows & post-production softwareDocumentary or ENG filmmaking experienceKnowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, podcast production, television studio productionCommunication & Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. An emotionally intelligent, values- and results-driven team player who can inspire staff and collaborate across departments and at all levels of the organization.Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: Brings experience operationalizing equity within the media function.Other Things to Know:Compensation: The hourly rate varies depending on the class and ranges $30-50/hr + an additional hour prep time for each class sessionStatus, Schedule and location: This is a part-time, non-exempt role, with flexible hours and class location (online, in-person at BRIC, or at the Brooklyn Public Libraries.) The duration of a single class session is two-three hours with a multi-session course ranging between 6 and 24 total hours.This position is part of a NABET-CWA collective bargaining unit.Benefits: After 40 hours of work, PT employees can accrue PTO for sick/medical leaveMission & Values: BRIC builds Brooklyn's creative future. We advance opportunities for visual artists, performers, and media makers. We present bold work that reflects diverse audiences and speaks to the world. We ignite learning in people of all ages. We unite Brooklyn through art and creativity to build community and make change.How to Apply:All applicants must submit a resume together with a cover letter outlining the ways in which their skills and experience align with our specific needs via our online application portal. Candidates of color and from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.