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Join our Team, Inspire youth

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.

We are currently looking for dedicated folks to join us in the following positions:

Photography Mentor (volunteer)

 

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 2-3 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 hours (2.5 in class, 0.5 outside of class)

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

  • Adobe Suite experience (Lightroom, Photoshop, Spark)

  • Personal philosophy aligned with LFP’s mission and vision

  • Ability to pass TB Test and receive LiveScan clearance

  • COVID vaccination & booster