MediaMKRS

MediaMKRS (a Reel Works program) educates and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to succeed in the media industry. 

MediaMKRS was launched in 2019 as a groundbreaking partnership between employers, film unions, The City University of New York (CUNY), Reel Works and The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) to train, credential and prepare talented young New Yorkers for careers in the City's thriving television and film production industry.

MediaMKRS offers comprehensive training, hands-on work experiences, networking opportunities, and unparalleled access to industry professionals needed for a thriving career. Learn More.

1. Internships- Are you a student with limited or no media experience? Our Career Exploration programs obtain paid internships and work readiness training. Learn More.
2. Job Training- Are you a rising professional with production experience who is ready-to-work and seeking industry-specific training? Career Development programs provide professional training for below-the-line careers in partnerships with employers and unions. Learn More.
3. Train & Earn - Are you a young adult seeking to launch a career in media? Train & Earn is a comprehensive career pathways program that supports young people in finding long-term, sustainable employment for careers in media and entertainment. Learn More.

The 2025 MediaMKRS Summit brought together 200+ industry leaders, employers, union officials, educators, and policymakers to discuss the future of the media sector and how to build an equitable workforce in film and television. Click here to experience highlights from the 2025 Summit.

For more information on this program please visit www.mediamkrs.org.

About Reel Works

Founded in 2001, Reel Works serves over 1,600 youth annually from middle school through high school and beyond, developing them as artists and citizens and helping them graduate, get into college, and launch careers in media. Reel Works is the only filmmaking program that matches teens 1:1 with professional filmmaker-mentors to tell their stories and have their voices heard. It’s a powerful combination that changes lives while creating startling and original films that have been seen by millions of viewers worldwide. Through our MediaMKRS workforce development program, we partner with industry leaders, educators and government agencies to create pathways from classrooms to careers for talented early-career professionals to build a more inclusive media workforce. For more information visit https://www.reelworks.org/.