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GAMING FACILITATOR for MEDIA ARTS YOUTH PROGRAM

Better Youth
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Benefits :

  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources

BETTER YOUTH

Position Title : INTERACTIVE GAMING FACILITATOR

ABOUT US

The mission of Better Youth, Inc is to build creative confidence, close resource gaps and prepare foster and system-impacted youth for sustained success. Our flagship pre-apprenticeship program, AIM-N-INSPIRE, is a high-powered media arts training experience for opportunity youth ages 17-24 that provides professional development, intensive training, and the opportunity to showcase created content to industry professionals.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Interactive Gaming Facilitator will make an impact in the community working alongside industry mentors guiding young creatives through a series of crafted sessions designed to unleash their potential in the gaming world. Additionally, this person will lead a cohort of 5-15 pre-apprentice youth, and facilitate sessions online via Zoom and in-person. This role is part-time reporting to the Sr. Program Manager and will receive guidance from the Chief Innovation Officer.

The AIM-N-INSPIRE program is in collaboration with Skydance Media. The curriculum session guides are provided by Better Youth but there is room for input and creativity. Trauma informed training will be provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Deliver engaging and educational interactive gaming program curriculum across three sessions and intermittent media assets including final capstone projects.
  • Conduct one weekly in-person lab and facilitate additional sessions online via Zoom.
  • Foster an environment that encourages creativity, while also adhering to the structured curriculum provided by Better Youth.
  • Engage with participants to foster positive group dynamics, personal development, and encourage confident and consistent participation.
  • Collaborate with industry mentors to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
  • Incorporate trauma-informed practices into all interactions and training sessions.
  • Prepare weekly lessons and achieve weekly curriculum-based objectives leveraging your unique insights and creative approaches.
  • Get to know your youth, their goals, aspirations, strengths, and areas for development while modeling a strong, healthy, and equitable relationship with each participant.
  • PROGRAM SESSIONS

  • Session One | Prof. Development Workshops | Late April - June
  • Session Two | Summer Training Intensives | June – September
  • Session Three | Exhibition & Distribution | September – December
  • SALARY

    35-$45 / hr @ 10 hours per week plus prep time

    Includes off session Professional Development and Training

    This is a year-round opportunity.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Proficient in creating and managing content for diverse and underserved youth communities
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire
  • 2 years of experience working with foster and system impacted youth ages 17-24
  • 2 years of experience facilitating workshops and / or trainings to communities of color
  • Knowledge of relevant software / platforms (Unreal Engine, Unity, Adobe Creative Cloud).
  • Must pass LiveScan criminal background check facilitated by the Department of Justice
  • To apply please send a resume or inquiry to Shawn Jackson at aim@betteryouth.org. Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals encouraged to apply.

    Better Youth, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

    Flexible work from home options available.

    Salary : $35 - $45

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