The Mayor's Office of Sports, Entertainment, and Tourism Multimedia Program Teacher Assistant

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.

• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

• Federal Work Study student may apply.

• In good disciplinary standing.

• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website:www.berklee.edu/se.

We are seeking a motivated and creative Multimedia Program Teacher Assistant for The City of Boston's Mayor's Office of Sports, Entertainment, and Tourism to support our college-level Multimedia Program. This 6-week role is ideal for students or emerging creatives looking to gain hands-on experience in digital media, classroom facilitation, and professional production workflows.

This is a Community Service Employment role. Community Service Employment (CSE) provides Berklee students with community-based jobs, through which they gain professional experience, educational enrichment, and the opportunity to share their skills and participate in the development of Boston’s multicultural communities.

Community Service Employment roles require federal work-study eligibility and U.S. domestic status. 

What is federal work-study (FWS)? It’s available to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students with financial need from their financial aid award to provide part-time employment when you’re enrolled in school. You can learn more about the federal work-study program here. 

To be considered for federal work-study, you must check ‘yes’ on your FAFSA Application for the current year. If you have any questions regarding your federal work-study eligibility, please contact the One Stop. 

All applications will be automatically reviewed by Student Employment for federal work-study eligibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist the lead instructor in delivering lessons on multimedia topics (video production, editing, photography, graphic design, animation, audio, etc.).
• Help guide program students through weekly classes, final projects, and production exercises.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment such as cameras, lighting, audio gear, and computers.
• Support program students in using creative editing software (Final Cut Pro)
• Help review program student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Track attendance, organize class materials, and help maintain a productive learning environment.
• Coordinate with the instructor to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the program.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance the program, workshops, and final student Showcase.
• Weekly check ins with the group to understand process of the program students and updates.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Background or current enrollment in Multimedia, Digital Media, Film, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of multimedia tools (camera operation, editing software, digital design platforms).
• Clear communication skills and the ability to support diverse learners.
• Organized, responsible, and comfortable working in fast-paced creative environments.
• Must be a third- or fourth-year student in their undergraduate program. 
• Prior teaching, tutoring, or mentoring experience is a plus but not required.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience supporting a real multimedia production program.
• Expanded portfolio through assisting program student projects.
• Leadership, teaching, and communication skills.
• Exposure to industry tools, workflows, and professional production standards.
• Networking opportunities with instructors, students, and program partners.

Hourly Rate: $20.60

Hiring Manager: Abria Smith