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We are excited to grow our team and add to our already vibrant community of staff, mentors and students. Please review the full descriptions of all open positions before applying. All applicants will be required to submit a current resume and cover letter, unless otherwise stated.

 

Teaching ARtist - SATURDAY MORNING, July - December (Part-time, Temporary position)

Position Description

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As a part-time position, the Teaching Artist (TA) plays a critical role in the success of Las Fotos Project programming and takes on a variety of roles within the program including facilitator, mentor, project lead, collaborator, and teacher. TAs should have demonstrated experience in photographic arts or related disciplines and be passionate about teaching teenaged youth. Teaching Artists are experienced in creating safe learning environments to foster photography skills, empowerment, and mentorship. This position is specifically for teaching our Digital Promotoras branch.

Compensation & Hourly commitment:
$25 - $28/hr seasonal part-time (Saturday Mornings, July - December, 5-8 hours per week, non-benefits eligible)

Work site & travel:
On-site (Boyle Heights). NO REMOTE work is possible for this position.

Desired Qualifications

  • 3-5 years work or volunteer experience

  • Current or former practicing professional in the visual arts industry or adjacent field

  • 2+ years of photography, education, non-profit, or social advocacy experience

  • 2+ years of experience working with teenage youth

  • 1+ years in a leadership role or managing people

  • Personal philosophy aligned with LFP's mission

  • Consistent weekly availability of approximately 5-8 hours (instruction, prep, professional development)

  • Proficiency in digital file management (image uploading and storage, document sharing)

  • Google Suite proficiency

  • Adobe Suite experience (Lightroom, Photoshop)

  • Basic knowledge of virtual/hybrid engagement platforms (Zoom, Discord, GDrive)

  • Ability to pass TB Test and receive LiveScan clearance

Application closes July 3rd at 8AM

RFP OPEN: EVENT PLANNER

Description (Download Full RFP)

Las Fotos Project celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2025, and the Quince Fundraiser honors the organization's dedication to empowering women and gender-expansive youth through photography. This remarkable event is slated to include a silent auction, alongside a ceremony, dinner, and a communal space for students, artists, community advocates, entrepreneurs, and more to connect. Las Fotos Quince will be held on May 17, 2025 at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes in downtown LA.

 The event planner for the Las Fotos Quince Fundraiser plays a pivotal role in orchestrating every detail of the event to ensure its success. They are responsible for coordinating with vendors, communicating with  the venue, managing logistics, and overseeing the timeline to ensure that all aspects of the fundraiser run smoothly.

Proposals Due:
June 5, 2024 to rfp@lasfotosproject.org

Contract duration:
June 24, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Desired Qualifications

Las Fotos Project is seeking an experienced event planning individual or agency with the following qualifications. 

  • Professional background of each administrative and/or project staff person that will be assigned to this project. 

  • Proven capability to perform the work on schedule and with quality

  • Knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the implementation of event logistics

  • Creative meeting/event planning experience, specifically non profit led events in Los Angeles

  •  Sponsorship acquisition and stewardship experience

  • Applicant must hold and provide proof of insurance  for 1 million.


Las Fotos Project Photography mentors (un-paid volunteer position)

Position Description

NOTE: This is an un-paid, volunteer position. Las Fotos Project mentors are adults within or adjacent to the visual arts industry ranging from avid photo hobbyists to practicing professional photographers whose backgrounds range from education and photojournalism to fine arts and editorial photography, and everything in between. They are adults who have a passion for connecting with emerging creatives and working collaboratively with a network of peers in the areas of professional development, community building, and skill sharing. Las Fotos Project Mentors have an interest in creating safe spaces for creative growth and supplemental learning specifically focusing on self, community, and career through the medium of photography. They commit to a semester of mentoring, which includes weekly class collaboration, rapport building, and professional learning. Mentors supplement TA facilitation in weekly class sessions and dedicate time to ensuring student and class wellbeing and meet periodically to reflect and assess progress. They participate in pre and post semester professional development and are contributing members of a mentor network.

Hourly commitment & Location:
Average 3.5 hours per week
This is an in-person volunteer opportunity at our Boyle Heights gallery space.

Desired Qualifications

  • 3+ years of work or volunteer experience

  • Current or former practicing professional in the visual arts industry or adjacent field

  • 1 + years of experience working with teenage youth highly desired

  • Consistent weekly availability of approximately 3.5 hours (2.5 in class, 1 outside of class)

  • Digital file management experience (image uploading and storage, document sharing)

  • Adobe Suite experience (Lightroom, Photoshop, Express)

  • Personal philosophy aligned with LFP’s mission and vision

  • Ability to pass TB Test and receive LiveScan clearance