Leadership Academy: Multimedia Academy

The Media Academy Program

The Multimedia Academy is a ten-month, hands-on media-training program for undergraduate students who are currently working toward their BA. The curriculum is designed for young leaders who are interested in learning to use the medium of video as a tool for creating influential productions that advocate for important, often overlooked social justice issues. The ultimate goal of the program is to provide Associates with the resources, knowledge and skills necessary to utilize media as a means of influencing change.

Your Experience

Program Associates receive a series of basic trainings in video production, specifically focused on documentary filmmaking, leadership development, media and advocacy. In addition, Associates learn about Greenlining's unique approach to public policy advocacy. To ensure a well-rounded, diverse curriculum, throughout the program, a range of experienced professionals will lead workshops in key areas related to producing short form advocacy documentaries. Academy training topics include: Camera Operation, Basic Lighting, Basic Audio, Editing, Concept Development, Project Management, Interview Technique and Question Development, Documentary Scriptwriting and Advocacy 101.

In addition to receiving multiple trainings, Associates spend their time working collaboratively to produce in-house projects that reflect the ongoing work of the organization in improving equity and access for all California communities. This work includes: live event coverage, interviews, research and development, editing and dissemination. Associates work directly with Greenlining staff to develop the core messaging and goals for each production. At the end of their year, Associates are asked to independently direct a piece on a topic of interest and present it as their final piece before graduating from the program.

To see examples of work produced by the Multimedia Academy please go to http://www.youtube.com/greenlininginstitute.

Your Experience

CURRENT ACADEMY MEMBERS

Your Experience

Darnell Toliver - Associate

is a Bay Area native and a recent graduate of San Jose State with a B.A in Radio, Television and Film.  Although his background is not public policy, he has a great passion for his community and wants to be a part of continuing to educate for progress in our community.  He is very excited to be part the Greenlining Institute.

Your Experience

Braelan Murray - Program Director

is from San Francisco, CA. He is a graduate of The University of California at Santa Cruz where he received his BFA in Film and Video Production. Braelan is committed to finding ways to advocate for social justice by means of new forms of technology and communication. With nearly a decade of experience using media as a tool for creating social change, his portfolio includes work for local unions, progressive non-profits and cutting-edge design firms. In addition, he has extensive experience producing independent short-form documentaries.

Your Experience

Travis Do - Senior Associate

is originally from Saigon, Vietnam but grew up in Santa Ana, CA. He is currently a third year undergraduate Film Studies and Practice of Art double major at the University of California, Berkeley. Travis is intensely passionate about media arts, which include anything from film and video to commercial art and design. His career goal is to become involved with visual effects in the film and television industry, hoping to not only work on big-name movies but ones that inspire people and are talked about for years to come.

Applying To The Media Academy

Unfortunately, The Media Academy is not accepting applications for the upcoming year. We thank you for your interest, please check back soon.>