Graphic Design Facilitator

Baltimore Youth Arts is a creative entrepreneurship and job training program that provides artistic and professional opportunities to youth ages 14-21, with a focus on those involved in the justice system. Our mission is to support young people in gaining the creative, personal, and educational skills that enable them to become leaders in their communities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Baltimore Youth Arts is seeking a Graphic Design Facilitator to support Apprentices in the Spring/Summer 2026 Apprentice Program. This role facilitates workshop-style classes. BYA's project-based curriculum will engage youth in developing a collaborative coloring book and a commissioned public art installation, in partnership with the National Aquarium, exploring how young people envision Baltimore's Inner Harbor over the next century.

The Graphic Design Facilitator will guide youth in developing creative and technical design skills from concept through final production, including leading the design and layout of the coloring book and ensuring that all deliverables meet the specifications for the commissioned public art project. Responsibilities also include tracking attendance, documenting program activities, and curating youth artwork.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programming

• Facilitate graphic design classes at the Baltimore Youth Arts studio (20 West North Avenue, Baltimore 21218)

• Support life skills and career readiness for youth enrolled in BYA's Summer Youth Works Programming

• Track youth attendance and submit required paperwork to BYA Admin

• Develop flexible lesson plans that prioritize skill-building and project completion in collaboration with youth

• Create class outlines, lesson plans, and materials lists; share with BYA Admin by required deadlines

• Support participants in cleaning and organizing the classroom after each session

• Maintain inventory of all materials and supplies

Documentation

• Edit and organize artwork files in collaboration with youth throughout the session, and during the final week before the showcase

• Upload all lesson plans to the shared drive

• Create press-ready and production-ready files for printing

Program-Wide (All Staff)

• Attend bi-weekly check-ins with direct supervisor

• Attend relevant professional development training as assigned by your supervisor and BYA Admin

• Collaborate with BYA staff to plan field trips and invite guest speakers for youth

• Uphold BYA's values in all interactions with youth, staff, and community partners

• Help maintain the BYA Community Studio so that youth have access to supplies and the workspace remains safe and organized

• Complete other duties as assigned and relevant to your position

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Well-versed in digital and graphic design, including preparing print-ready files (CMYK, bleeds, and commercial file formats)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, and or Canva; familiarity with Google Suite
• Experience with public-facing work a plus
• Background working with youth ages 14–21 in community programming, education, or nonprofit settings
• Familiarity with lesson planning and teaching
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Belief in the creative potential and voices of young people
• Strong commitment to economic, social, and racial justice

A background check is required for this position. Baltimore Youth Arts is committed to second-chance employment and evaluates background checks on a case-by-case basis. Certain charges may prevent employment in positions working directly with youth, per Maryland law.

HOW TO APPLY

Email info with the subject line: "First Name Last Name GD Facilitator 26"

Please include:

• Resume
• Short cover letter in the body of your email
• Portfolio (link or shared folder with images)

Applications without all components will not be considered.

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