Future Creatives: Digital Art & Marketing Mentor for Youth in East SalinasAt — Hijos Del Sol Arts Productions

The Digital Production Initiative, a creative program focused on empowering artists and community members through the use of digital tools such as Procreate, Sketchup, Canva and other graphic design software. Utilizing iPads, Hijso del Sol’s participating youth will learn essential skills in digital illustration and graphic design, enhancing their artistic capabilities. This is a new initiative for Hijos del Sol.

Our initiative aims to provide regular hands-on workshops where attendees can explore various techniques, from digital painting to layout design. Experienced students or mentors are needed to guide participants in mastering one of the following: Procreate, Sketchup, Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop, enabling them to create stunning visual art and graphics. The goal is to not just train these students, but train them to be able to design marketing material for local one-person entrepreneurs in our East Salians community. 

We Need Your Help!
By fostering a collaborative environment, the Digital Production Initiative encourages creativity and innovation among artists of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your design skills, this program is designed to inspire and equip you with the tools needed to succeed in the digital art world. Join us as we unlock new creative possibilities and elevate your artistic journey.

Why Join Us?

• Gain Real-World Experience: Learn about digital illustration and graphic design in a supportive and engaging setting.
• Make a Difference: Your involvement will help participants expand their creative skills and gain confidence in digital art.
• Be Part of a Creative Community: Collaborate with passionate individuals and contribute to a vibrant environment that celebrates artistic expression.

What We’re Looking For:

Dedicated college students or mentors who are enthusiastic about digital art and share our mission. Ideal candidates will possess:

• Proficiency in digital tools such as Procreate or similar graphic design software.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for teaching and mentoring others.
• Experience in graphic design or digital art is a plus but not required.

What you’ll be doing:

• Facilitate Workshops: Provide instruction and support during hands-on sessions, guiding participants through various digital techniques.
• Encourage Creative Exploration: Foster an environment where participants feel confident to explore and develop their digital art skills.
• Support Skill Development: Help attendees enhance their abilities, enabling them to create high-quality digital illustrations and designs

1 service learner spot!

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older

• Bilingual helpful and not

Experience:

• Familiarity with digital illustration and graphic design software.
• Previous experience in teaching or mentoring is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and support to participants.

Technical:

• Comfortable using iPads and digital art applications.

Personal Qualities:

• Enthusiastic about fostering creativity and innovation.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.

Availability:

• Typical schedule: 2 hrs a day, 2 times a week, totaling 4 hrs weekly (4pm-6pm) 
• Create a scheduled workshop based on our open studio hours (students will decide end time for the workshops)
  • Tuesday- Friday 4:30 - 8pm 
  • Saturday 1 - 4pm