Anime & Cartoon Art Instructor

Job Title: Anime & Cartoon Art Instructor (Youth Program)

Location: [114 E 5th Street Watsonville Ca 95076]

Dates: July 21 – July 25, 2025 (Monday–Friday)

Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Ages: 8–15 years old

Job Description:

We are seeking a creative, energetic, and passionate Anime & Cartoon Art Instructor to lead a week-long summer program for youth ages 8–15. The instructor will guide students through the basics of anime and cartoon drawing, character design, storytelling, and animation concepts in a fun and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate lessons focused on anime and cartoon art.
• Teach drawing techniques, expressions, character design, and basic storytelling.
• Encourage creativity and artistic exploration through hands-on projects.
• Provide individualized feedback and support to students of varying skill levels.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Set up and clean up materials before and after each session.

Qualifications:

• Experience in anime/cartoon illustration, visual storytelling, or animation.
• Prior experience working with children or youth (teaching or camp setting preferred).
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Enthusiastic, patient, and able to inspire creativity.

Additional Info:

• All materials will be provided unless otherwise discussed.
• This is a temporary, part-time position for the specific week of July 21–25.