This is a 10 week summer program  designed as an opportunity for Ottawa-based Black Youth ages 15-25 to acquire fundamental knowledge , build skills and gain experience towards building a successful career in the film, media and TV industries.

The program will provide hands-on curated workshops and masterclasses from industry professionals, access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment at Lenz Studio, and opportunities to network and build relationships with industry members. The program will culminate in the production of 2 short films addressing any social issue in the city of Ottawa, written and directed by  cohort participants. Participants will be key players in the production of these films alongside mentors in specific departments.

• This program will enable its participants with skills that they can carry into their activism, their communities, and their future careers.

• Receive hands-on media production training 

• Network with industry professionals