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Description

Film Producer (Volunteer)

Organization Mentor A Promise

Location Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed

Type Volunteer (Unpaid, Senior Creative / Production Role)

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, education, and creative expression, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces where young people can thrive.

Storytelling is central to MAP’s work. Through film, MAP documents lived experiences, elevates youth and community voices, and builds public understanding around housing instability, resilience, and possibility.

Role Overview

The Film Producer leads the development and execution of MAP’s film and video storytelling projects. This role oversees production from concept through delivery—shaping narratives, coordinating teams, managing timelines, and ensuring that all content is ethically produced, trauma-informed, and mission-aligned.

The ideal candidate brings production experience, strong organizational skills, and a deep respect for community-centered storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Lead film and video projects from concept development through post-production
Translate MAP’s mission and program work into compelling, responsible visual stories
Coordinate directors, cinematographers, editors, and other creative collaborators
Manage production schedules, workflows, and deliverables
Oversee logistics, releases, and permissions in coordination with MAP leadership
Ensure productions follow trauma-informed, youth-safe, and ethical storytelling practices
Collaborate with communications, development, and program teams to align content goals
Support distribution strategies for screenings, digital platforms, and fundraising use

Qualifications

Experience producing film, documentary, or narrative video projects
Strong project management and creative leadership skills
Ability to balance artistic vision with logistics, timelines, and resources
Understanding of ethical storytelling, consent, and community representation
Clear communication and collaborative working style
Alignment with MAP’s mission and values

Preferred Skills

Documentary or nonprofit storytelling experience
Familiarity with youth-centered or social-impact media
Experience managing small production teams or freelance collaborators
Comfort working within limited budgets or volunteer-based environments

Commitment

Volunteer role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
Remote collaboration with periodic NYC-based production activity

What You’ll Gain

Leadership experience producing mission-driven film projects
Creative autonomy with meaningful social impact
Collaboration with artists, educators, and nonprofit leaders
Professional recognition and letters of recommendation upon completion
The opportunity to help shape how housing instability and resilience are seen and understood

How To Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through Idealist.

For any additional questions or concerns, please email us directly at hr@mentorapromise.org

Help bring powerful, responsible stories to life—using film to amplify voices, build empathy, and advance social change.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.

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