We work with the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) to offer no-cost training programs for jobs in the media and entertainment field. With MOME, we engage employers, educational institutions, training providers, and other partners to design training programs that provide viable media and entertainment career opportunities for New Yorkers.
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Made in NY Post Production Training Program
The Made in NY Post Production Training Program is delivered in partnership with Brooklyn Workforce Innovations (BWI). This program serves low-income New Yorkers and leads to jobs in the growing New York City post production industry. Students will learn the basics of industry-standard photo and video editing and visual effects software that will set them on a path for career success.
This program is currently recruiting qualified candidates remotely. Attend an upcoming information session online.
Theatrical Workforce Development Program
The Theatrical Workforce Development Program is delivered in partnership with MOME, the Roundabout Theatre Company, and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. This three-year program trains young adult New Yorkers ages 18-24 to work as stage hands and technicians with New York City-based theater companies and/or to pursue further education in the field. The program also seeks to create a more diverse, inclusive, and sustainable career pathway for a new generation of stage hands and technicians in the theater industry. Participants take part in a six-week boot camp, which includes an introduction to the theater industry, key occupational skills, and certifications with ongoing supportive services, a 10-month technical training and union mentorship, and two years of work experience with theater companies in technician jobs.
This program is currently recruiting qualified candidates. Attend an upcoming information session.
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Multi-disciplinary community workspace in DUMBO for the creative and tech industry.
Spend a full day on the job with New Yorkers in the arts & entertainment industry.
Discussions about the entertainment industry from the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment.
Providing finishing grants up to $50,000 for TV/film/theatre/digital/music projects about/by women!