Careers
We are…
a fantastic creative team committed to making Charlottesville a better place for all our citizens! Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through filmmaking. Located on Charlottesville’s bustling downtown mall in the historic Vinegar Hill Theatre, our staff is making a big difference for young people in our city. Watch one of our students’ award-winning movies or come to a screening of a unique independent film, and you are likely to leave feeling informed, inspired, and connected.
Light House Studio also owns and operates the historic Vinegar Hill Theatre (VHT) located on Charlottesville’s downtown mall. While LH’s education programs are focused on serving youth ages 8-18, our VHT Community Programs serve people of all ages and backgrounds.
GRAPHIC DESIGN AND CONTENT CREATOR
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Engagement Director, the Graphic Design and Content Creator will manage branding and communications efforts for the organization, assist the Engagement Director with donor related tasks, and provide support for Vinegar Hill Theatre as requested. The Graphic Design and Content Creator will also be responsible for developing and expanding the organization’s overall presence through social media, email, web advertising, and other online sources.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Graphic Design and Content Creation
Applies art, design, and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts such as logos, promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other print and digital materials; coordinates printing of materials with printing vendor
Creates original visual media that communicates our mission and message in an engaging and unified way
Chooses graphics, artwork, and behind-the-scenes photography/video, as appropriate; may enhance choices with simple design drawings
Selects fonts for written copy, prepares drafts of design work, and provides samples to administrative team for review; revises projects as necessary based on collaborative feedback process
Designs and develops material for routine newsletters and email campaigns; manages website updates and creates engaging posts for the website and/or social media
Promotes programs, events, and screenings through print advertisements, social media, and other online sources; gathers and analyzes materials necessary to understand and determine the most effective communications technique
Takes photos documenting workshops and events for Light House marketing initiatives
Coordinates and represents Light House Studio at various tabling events
Engagement
Designs or oversees designing Light House Studio’s Annual Report
Assists with design and communication needs for all fundraising events, including the annual Youth Film Festival
Assists with donor related mailings as requested
Vinegar Hill Theatre
Assists Operations Director with incoming calls and guests
Provides front of house or technical support for Vinegar Hill Theatre screenings and rentals
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; significant coursework or experience in Art, Graphic Design, or related preferred
Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop CS6 experience, or similar design software; comfortable using Apple computers
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database utilization
Experience in website design and social media communications
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple, diverse projects to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and without close or constant supervision
Filmmaking skills for creating behind-the-scenes videos is a bonus
Light House employees are given ten (10) working days to be used for PTO and five (5) working days to be used for sick days. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in group medical insurance. Full-time and Part-time applications will be considered. Salary range is $42,000-$47,000/per year to commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, portfolio samples, and three references to jobs@lighthousestudio.org
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LEAD & ASSISTANT TEACHING ARTISTS: SUMMER 2025
Light House Studio is looking for experienced filmmakers to lead and assist in mentoring workshops for students ranging from 8-21 years old. Lead Teaching Artists manage and lead filmmaking workshops. Assistant Teaching Artists work closely with the Lead Teaching Artist to facilitate filmmaking lessons and exercises. Workshops run Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 3:30pm, except for a few evening workshops. Teaching Artists will be in charge of overseeing a small group of students in the storytelling, production, and post-production process. Emphasis is placed on encouraging collective decision-making among students and ensuring students rotate roles throughout production. Teaching Artists are college students, recent graduates, or professionals with a passion for storytelling and an interest in sharing film knowledge with the next generation of filmmakers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional experience in video/film production including specialization in one or more of the following: documentary, animation and narrative filmmaking
Holds a relevant Bachelor of Fine Arts or Master of Fine Arts degree (film/video or related field) or currently enrolled in a film/video undergraduate or graduate program; or holds at least three years of film industry experience
Teaching experience is preferred, but a desire to teach is a must
Experienced operator of consumer, prosumer and professional sound, video and lighting equipment
Proficient with software such as Final Cut Pro, Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Dragonframe preferred
Experience shooting, keying, and editing green screen footage
Strong storytelling abilities
Compensation: $13-$25/hour to commensurate with experience.
Hours: Teaching Artists coordinate with our Program Director to sign up for a variety of week-long workshops throughout the summer, June – August 2025, based on our staffing needs and Teaching Artist availability. Workshops take place during the day, usually from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Teaching Artists must be able to commit to the full week, Monday - Friday, of each workshop that they are contracted for.
Background Check
All Teaching Artists must complete and pass a background check.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter and portfolio links (artist website, reel, Vimeo, etc.) to jobs@lighthousestudio.org
