Join the Media Education Program Today!

Unlock Your Creative Potential

Are you a high school student between the ages of 14 to 18 looking for a career path in multi-media or creative technology?

Do you reside in Oakland, CA or the Chicago area? 

The YR Media Media Education program is here to empower 14 to 18-year-olds to turn their ideas into multimedia content seen by millions. On top of that, we pay our YR stars for their hard work.

Calling all Oakland and Chicago Content Creators!

In-person sessions of the YR Media Education program are offered in Oakland, California and our new regional hub in Chicago, Illinois.

Don’t wait; secure your spot today! Slots fill up quickly, so early applications are encouraged.

Dates to Remember

Oakland

  • Applications open: Now

  • Required Orientation: August 28th

  • Core classes begin: Wednesday, September 4th

  • Core program: Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:15 - 6:30pm

Chicago

  • Applications open: Now

  • Required Orientation: September 5th

  • Core classes begin: Tuesday, September 10th

  • Core program: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 - 6:30pm

Join the Media Movement

In keeping with YR Media’s model, fellows will earn learning stipends while following career pathways training, and receive support resources including mental health counseling, academic advice, financial coaching, access to a case manager, and healthy meals.

Oakland interns will work with industry mentors on career training tracks in:

  • Video and Photography: Fellows gain hands-on experience in gathering and editing footage to tell compelling stories visually 

  • Music and Audio Production: Participants learn to gather recordings, edit audio files and create impactful soundscapes. 

  • Journalism and Podcasting: Content creators develop media literacy principles, reporting skills and storytelling abilities. 

  • Graphic Design and Digital Art: Students hone their visual style and build technical skills using industry-standard design software.

Chicago interns will work with industry mentors on career training tracks in:

  • Video and Photography: Fellows gain hands-on experience in gathering and editing footage to tell compelling stories visually 

  • Music and Audio Production: Participants learn to gather recordings, edit audio files and create impactful soundscapes. 

  • Journalism and Podcasting: Content creators develop media literacy principles, reporting skills and storytelling abilities.