Digital arts instructor (Youth)

DIGITAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR (YOUTH)

Occasional freelance position

The Training Department at the Society for Arts and Technology [SAT] is looking for passionate and creative individuals with strong teaching skills to support young participants in learning digital arts.

With high standards for both customer service and learning outcomes, we are seeking instructors who can provide a high-quality educational experience while representing the SAT professionally.

The flexible schedule allows you to continue your professional artistic practice according to your availability. As a Youth Instructor, you will work closely with the permanent Training team to deliver workshops for young people aged 6 to 17.

DISCIPLINES WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Live Visual Mixing (VJing)
Selecting video clips, synchronizing visuals with music, and creating visual effects for real-time performances.

Video Mapping
Projecting images and videos onto different surfaces to create immersive and interactive visual experiences.

Audio Production
Discovering the techniques used to create, compose, and mix electronic music using digital software and tools. Participants explore rhythms, synthesizers, and sound effects to create their own tracks.

DJing
Selecting, sequencing, and mixing music live to create a smooth, coherent sound experience adapted to an audience.

Interactive Drawing with Tagtool
Creating interactive artworks by projecting and animating drawings in real time on different surfaces.

2D Animation
Discovering how to create moving images and developing an original animated project using drawings, objects, or digital tools.

3D Modelling
Discovering techniques for creating and manipulating three-dimensional objects using specialized software, then designing original digital models.

Electronics and Programming with Arduino
Exploring artistic creation through electronic components and programming by designing interactive objects and installations that incorporate sensors, lights, or sound.

Electronic Art with Makey Makey
Discovering the fundamentals of interactivity by turning everyday objects into digital controllers to create games, musical instruments, and interactive devices.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Schools and community organizations, including our day camps and themed activity days.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop course content and educational materials in collaboration with the Training team.
• Foster learning and a sense of discovery by sharing your artistic interests and encouraging young people’s curiosity about technological arts, while adapting your teaching approach to meet the workshop’s learning objectives.
• Provide an enriching educational experience by creating a structured, welcoming, and respectful learning and creative environment for participants.
• Provide follow-ups and reports to the Training team.

SKILLS AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a professional artistic practice related to the targeted discipline.
• Possess excellent technical knowledge of the relevant software and equipment, as well as significant hands-on experience in your artistic discipline, enabling you to effectively share your expertise with young people.
• Experience facilitating educational workshops for young audiences aged 6 to 17 in arts, technology, digital creation, or a related field.
• Experience developing youth workshops, course content, or educational materials.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and independent working skills.
• Strong ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Strong listening and adaptability skills.
• Excellent written French.
• Spoken and written English is an asset.
• Hold a valid work permit allowing you to teach or work with young people.
• Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, an asset. You may be required to travel within the Montréal area and elsewhere in Québec.

WHAT WE OFFER

Variable schedule

• Weekdays during daytime hours
• Weekends

Compensation

• $51/hour for workshop delivery
• $25.50/hour for content preparation, setup time, and travel

Employment status
Freelance, occasional, part-time, and variable.

Start date
Fall 2026 or Winter 2027, depending on needs.

Application deadline
November 30, 2026

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

The SAT is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of its audiences and communities.

We encourage women, members of LGBTQ+ communities, members of visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV, cover letter, and portfolio by email to [email protected], with the following subject line:

“Instructor: [name of discipline(s)]”

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.