Video Production

Video Production

The Global Gateways Digital Media Arts Training Institute is excited to launch our next Video Production Cohort, a hands-on training program designed for ages 17–24 who want to build real skills in video production, digital storytelling, and content creation. Whether you're dreaming of becoming a filmmaker, YouTuber, creative director, or branded content producer — this program gives you the foundation, tools, and mentorship to bring your stories to life.

What You Will Learn

Participants receive professional, project-based training in:

• Camera & Lighting Fundamentals

• Learn how to use smartphones, DSLRs, lighting kits, and stabilizers to capture cinematic-quality footage.

• Story Development & Scriptwriting

• Transform your ideas into production-ready scripts using storyboarding, shot lists, and narrative structure.

• Audio Recording for Video

• Explore microphones, field audio, voiceovers, and interview techniques that elevate your production quality.

• Editing & Post-Production

• Edit your film using industry tools (CapCut, Premiere, DaVinci, or iMovie depending on skill level) and learn pacing, transitions, color correction, and sound design.

• Digital Storytelling & Social Video Formats

• Create content optimized for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and brand campaigns.

• Real-World Creative Work

• Collaborate with local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to produce a final project that becomes part of your professional portfolio.

At the end of the program, each student completes a final short film, documentary, or branded video to based on and for a community partner.

Why Join the Video Production Cohort?

• Build a portfolio that opens doors. Your final project demonstrates real skill, not just interest.

• Learn from working professionals. Instructors and guest mentors from digital media, film, and creative industries guide your growth.

• Hands-on, real equipment experience. Practice using cameras, lights, mics, editing software, and more.

• Career and workforce readiness support. We help you understand creative freelancing, digital media career paths, and job opportunities in Mississippi’s growing creative economy.

• It’s FREE for eligible participants. Global Gateways removes financial barriers to make skills training accessible to all.

Who Can Apply?

This program is designed for girls and women ages 16–24 in who are ready to build a future in digital media—especially those facing barriers to opportunity. We welcome applicants who may be:

• Aging out of foster care

• Adjudicated or court-involved

• Experiencing homelessness or housing instability

• Struggling with truancy

• High school or college dropouts

• Living with financial hardship or limited resources

• New entrants to the workforce or unemployed/underemployed

• Beginners and intermediate learners — no prior experience required

If you’re creative, motivated, and looking for a new pathway forward, this program was built for you.

Program Dates

Program Duration: 6 Weeks
Schedule: 2 days per week, 2 hours per session
Start Date: January 12, 2026
End Date: February 19, 2026
Location: TBA — Jackson, MS

A full schedule will be provided upon acceptance.

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