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How much do film student jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for film student in Santa Rosa, CA is $18.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $20.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a film student?

A Film Student job typically involves learning about filmmaking, including directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, and production. Students may work on projects, assist in film sets, or intern with production companies to gain hands-on experience. While not a paid position in itself, being a film student provides essential training and networking opportunities for a career in the film industry. Many students also take on freelance work or independent projects to build their portfolios.

What types of collaborative projects do film students typically work on during their studies?

Film Students often participate in a variety of collaborative projects, such as short films, documentaries, scriptwriting workshops, and group editing assignments. These projects usually involve working in production teams where students rotate roles like director, cinematographer, editor, and sound designer to gain hands-on experience. Collaboration with classmates is essential, as it reflects the teamwork-driven structure of the professional film industry. These opportunities help students develop practical skills, build a network, and create a compelling portfolio for future career advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a film student, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Film Student, you need a strong interest in filmmaking, knowledge of film theory, and a willingness to learn technical and creative aspects of the craft, often supported by enrollment in a film studies or production program. Familiarity with cameras, editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, and sound equipment is highly valuable. Excellent communication, teamwork, adaptability, and creative problem-solving set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills are essential for successfully completing projects, collaborating on sets, and building a diverse portfolio for future film industry opportunities.

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Infographic showing various Film Student job openings in Santa Rosa, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,681 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Film Instructor / Filmmaking Mentor (Part-Time Teaching Artist)

Latino Film Institute

Calistoga, CA • On-site

$31.80/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Film Instructor / Filmmaking Mentor (Part-Time Teaching Artist)


Compensation: $31.80/hour + paid prep + mileage reimbursement

Schedule: Part-time, 7-19 hrs/week

Locations: Calistoga/ Napa


Keep one foot in the craft while shaping the next generation of filmmakers.

The Youth Cinema Project hires working filmmakers to teach project-based film classes to students in grades 5-12, guiding them from script to screen on a real short film over the school year. It’s flexible, part-time work that fits around freelance gigs, with paid prep time and a curriculum already built for you. You bring the craft; we bring the lesson plans.

What you’ll do

  • Teach two 90-minute film classes a week, partnered with a co-mentor

  • Guide students through the full filmmaking process, writing, shooting, and editing, to produce a finished short film

  • Teach from our ready-made, rigorous curriculum (no lesson planning from scratch)

  • Help young people find their voice and discover a path into film

Why filmmakers take this role

  • Flexible hours (avg. 7-14/week) that work around production schedules and freelance gigs

  • $31.80/hour, plus paid preparation time and paid training

  • Mileage reimbursed for any travel

  • Stay creatively engaged between projects, and give back to your community

What you’ll need

  • 3+ years working in the film industry, as a director, producer, or in any below-the-line role

  • Strong skills in at least one area of filmmaking

  • Enough editing ability to cut simple short content (DaVinci Resolve a plus)

  • Comfortable and confident working with kids in a school setting

  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation (some travel up to 50 miles; mileage reimbursed). Comfortable using Google Workspace.

Nice to have (not required)

  • Film degree or film-school background

  • Previous teaching or mentoring experience

  • Knowledge of camera, audio, and G&E equipment; film story structure

  • Experience with Frame.io and Dropbox


How to apply

Send your résumé and a link to your reel or portfolio. That’s all to get started. Promising candidates will be asked for a few work samples and a short note about your interest in the next step.


Good to know

This position works directly with students and requires successful completion of a background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, and a TB screening prior to employment. The role involves extended periods of standing, frequent outdoor work, and the ability to safely lift and transport up to 50 pounds of filmmaking equipment. All required state-mandated trainings, including Child Abuse Mandated Reporter and Harassment Prevention training, are provided and compensated. Please note that participation in or completion of the pre-instruction Boot Camp training does not guarantee employment or placement as a YCP Mentor.


The Latino Film Institute Youth Cinema Project is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


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