Summer Camp 2027 Position of Interest: Filmmaking Instructor [Med-o-lark]
Filmmaking Instructor Position at Camp Med-O-Lark
Filmmaking instructor positions at Camp Med-O-Lark are creatively rewarding media roles at one of Maine’s most beloved arts-focused sleepaway camps. Set on Washington Pond in Washington, Maine, Med-O-Lark is widely known for its expressive arts community where campers explore film, photography, performing arts, and visual storytelling. As a filmmaking instructor at Med-O-Lark, you’ll guide campers through the entire creative process of making short films — from concept and script to shoot, edit, and screening.
Filmmaking instructors at Med-O-Lark teach storytelling, cinematography, directing, editing, and sound design while supporting camper short film projects. You’ll manage cameras, audio gear, and editing stations, and often coordinate end-of-session film festivals. The arts-focused nature of Med-O-Lark gives film instructors a uniquely deep camper audience — many campers come specifically to make films and bring serious creative ambition to the program.
The position is typically a full-summer commitment with on-site housing, meals, and laundry included. Med-O-Lark looks for filmmakers with film school training, working filmmaker experience, or strong portfolio work. Film students, working editors, and indie filmmakers all do well at the camp. Comfort working with kids and across the full filmmaking pipeline matters most.
If you love film, arts-focused community, and Maine’s beautiful lake country, this is a phenomenal seasonal fit. Apply for filmmaking instructor positions at Camp Med-O-Lark to spend the season teaching young filmmakers, mentoring creative projects, and joining one of the most creative residential camp communities in New England.
You’ll teach storytelling, cinematography, directing, editing, and sound while supporting camper short film projects. Most Med-O-Lark filmmaking instructors run daily classes and end-of-session screenings throughout the summer camp season.
Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and CapCut are common at residential camps. Software varies based on camper age and instructor preference. Confirm tools during your interview.
Film school training, working filmmaker experience, or strong portfolio work matters most. Film students, working editors, and indie filmmakers all do well in these roles at arts-focused residential camps like Med-O-Lark.
Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and portfolio. Med-O-Lark includes room, board, and laundry alongside salary, which adds significant value to the overall summer camp package beyond the base figure.
Often yes. Many arts-focused residential camps blend film with photography, video, and music production. Multi-discipline media instructors are especially valued at sleepaway camps like Med-O-Lark.
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