Video Editor Pre-Apprenticeship Pilot Program
New Orleans Video Access Center (NOVAC)
- Free
- For Families
- editng
- adobe
- film
- premierepro
- davinci
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4422 S Carrollton Av, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70119
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Register/Apply By: Feb. 17, 2025
Description
Pre-Apprentice Training Overview:
The Video Editing Pre-Apprenticeship Pilot is an intensive 10-week program for youth (16-20) living in the Greater New Orleans Area. This training program will provide an intensive, hands-on learning experience aimed at cultivating the skills and knowledge needed to pursue post-production careers in the film and TV industry, as well as careers in editing and motion graphics across a wide range of other industries from healthcare to business.
Training Schedule
Location: In-Person | NOVAC: New Orleans | 4422 S. Carrollton Ave. | 70119
OrientationSchedule: Thursday-Saturday from 10am to 5pm
Class Schedule: Wednesday 1-4pm & Saturday 10am-5pm
Office Hours: Wednesday 12-1pm
Students will have the chance to:
Develop technical and soft skills necessary for professional success
Acquire creative knowledge, visual references, and storytelling techniques
Participate in relevant career experiences like set visits, job shadowing, and paid internships
Create a professional resume and portfolio or reel to showcase their work
Build a strong professional network within the industry
Upon completion, students will be eligible for a paid, summer internship, with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for four weeks, earning at least $1,200.
Application Closes February 17, 2025. Only 12 seats available.
Eligibility & Prerequisites:
Resident of New Orleans or the Greater New Orleans area
16-20 years old
Basic digital literacy skills, some experience with creative software
Adobe Certification in Photoshop or Premiere Pro is a plus!
Who is a good fit?
This program is perfect for students who are visual thinkers, creative problem solvers, enjoy technology, and have an interest in fields like art, design, film, photography, music, or gaming.
Ideal candidates are those who:
Are passionate about visual storytelling and digital media
Interested in or has a strong affinity to technology
Have strong attention to detail and creative mindset
Are willing to challenge themselves and embrace new learning experiences
Demonstrate self-starting skills and the ability to work independently
Exposure to and/or experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Davinci Resolve
Questions: Please email Julia at mediaprograms@novacvideo.org

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Created:
Jan. 29, 2025, 4:56 p.m. -
Published:
Jan. 29, 2025, 5:06 p.m.