The KOO Media Academy is a workforce development and leadership program for Oakland students 14-21 years old. Students interested in learning TV, Film and Media have a unique opportunity to learn marketable skills while getting paid a stipend for completing the program sessions.
The Media Academy is led by an award-winning team of in-house and external media professionals. We believe narrative change can only be achieved by leveraging youth voices and talents. We position Kings as video producers and storytellers to create asset-based media. The Kings learn the skills to be in front of the camera, as well as behind the scenes.
Students meet 3-6 hours a week between Mondays-Thursdays from 3:30pm-5:00pm. Skills learned range from operating video cameras, sound and audio and lighting equipment, to storytelling, journalism and video editing for professional development to enter the media industry as a young leader. The Media Academy sessions are held at various locations in Oakland and require that students transport themselves to and from the sites. Students can apply here now.
More information at: https://www.kingmakersofoakland.org/programs/media-academy. If you have any further questions please email media@kingmakersofoakland.org or text 510.701.3454.