Summer Filmmaking Workshop Instructor

Bryn Mawr Film Institute seeks an instructor for its 2026 Summer Filmmaking Workshop.

Over the course of six weeks, the instructor (with the help of an intern) will lead a group of 12 high school students through their collaborative creation of one short film. Under the guidance of the instructor, students will work together to develop a concept, write a script, scout locations, shoot their film (serving as actors, directors, and crew), edit their footage, and create promotional materials.

The resulting film will debut on the big screen at BMFI in the winter.

We are looking for an instructor knowledgeable about and able to teach a variety of film-related disciplines—writing, acting, directing, filming, and editing. There is also a “camp counselor” component to the job—the instructor must also be able to engage with and guide a dozen precocious teenagers. A successful session will come with the possibility of returning for subsequent summers.

The workshop will be held from Monday to Thursday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, over six weeks spanning late June to early August. BMFI will provide the venue, administration, basic production equipment, and computers and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro).

Bryn Mawr Film Institute is a nonprofit, member-supported motion picture theater and film education center located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. BMFI is dedicated to promoting shared experiences that entertain, engage, and educate audiences through a diverse range of independent-minded films, a full curriculum of courses, and an extensive program of special events. BMFI builds community through film culture, while maintaining strong connections to its historic venue’s cinematic past.

• Demonstrated proficiency in all dimensions of the filmmaking process
• Ability to interact with, supervise, and teach high school students
• Experience teaching film production
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Access to necessary production equipment
• Ability to pass all criminal background checks and a clean driving record
• A cover letter stating interest and qualifications
• A resume or C.V.
• Links to film-related work
• Two professional references

Applications are due Friday, January 23
. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Bryn Mawr Film Institute (“BMFI”) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, BMFI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, and compensation.

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