Digital Media Instructor

POSITION TITLE: Digital Media Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Club Director

SALARY/FLSA STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

ORGANIZATION MISSION:

We prepare youth and young adults to be ready for college, career, and life.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Digital Media Instructor is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering engaging digital media, podcasting, and multimedia programming for Club members. The instructor creates a safe, creative, and technology-rich learning environment where youth develop technical, communication, critical thinking, and storytelling skills. Under the supervision of the Club Director, the Digital Media Instructor provides instruction in digital content creation, audio production, podcast development, video production, graphic design, and other emerging media technologies while fostering an inclusive, engaging learning environment.

COMPETENCIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership 

• Model the mission, vision, ICARE values, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay; and the principles and practices of non-profit organizations.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and program documentation as required. 
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for Club members.

Instruction and Skill Development 

• Develop and facilitate age-appropriate digital media, podcasting, and multimedia programs for youth and teens. 
• Provide instruction in areas such as podcast production, audio recording and editing, video creation, graphic design, digital storytelling, photography, social media literacy, and content development. 
• Teach members how to safely and responsibly use technology, digital platforms, and media tools and ensure all media content complies with organizational policies, privacy standards, and youth protection guidelines.
• Design engaging project-based learning experiences that encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. 
• Introduce members to career pathways and educational opportunities related to digital media, communications, and technology.
• Guide youth through all stages of podcast production, including concept development, scripting, interviewing, recording, editing, publishing, and promotion. 
• Assist members in producing quality content that reflects Club values and promotes positive youth development. 
• Encourage participation and recognize member achievements through showcases, presentations, and media projects.

Supportive Relationships

• Excel in customer service to effectively communicate with Club members, staff, and visitors to include parents, volunteers, or other community members.
• Build positive relationships with youth members that support social, emotional, and developmental growth.
• Create an inclusive and supportive environment that encourages creativity, self-expression, respect, and cultural appreciation.

Collaboration and Partnerships 

• Assist staff members in the absence of others, work on some weekends and/or extended hours for special events and/or programs or support other Club locations within a reasonable geography.
• Maintains daily contact with Club Director, Club staff, members, and families.
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate and effectively work within and across teams to accomplish our organizational goals in support of our Mission and each other. 

Safe and Positive Environment 

• Prioritizes member and Club safety through active supervision and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Actively participates with members and collaborates with colleagues to create a positive environment with clear and respectful communication.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Graphic Design, Education, Media Production, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth in educational, after-school, or community-based settings preferred. 
• Knowledge of podcasting, audio recording, video production, graphic design, and digital media platforms
• Experience with media editing software and digital content creation tools.
• Must complete required DCF trainings in allotted time.
• Successfully complete organization sponsored CPR training within 90 days of hire.
• Additional training may be required for continuing education, etc. 
• Must be able to pass a Level II background screening (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and drug screening through one of our vendors.

TRAVEL:

Travel may be required to multiple Club facilities throughout Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernando and Pinellas counties for training and professional development or other business purposes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and use a keyboard. The employee may be occasionally required to bend and lift and/or move up to 30lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate - high. Flexibility to working schedules may be required due to changing needs. 

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in the classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Reasonable accommodation will be possible and based on an individual basis.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.