LEARN HOW TO CREATE VIDEOS & GET PAID!
Youth Media Project is a program for community action through media involving 7 participants between the ages of 16 – 30. In this 13-week program, youth receive training in video production by making their own film that screens locally in the community. They also work with a network of community partners to create videos through work placements - highlighting community resources, and presenting ideas for community change.
TO APPLY YOU MUST BE:
-Interested in art & video
-Between the ages of 16 and 30
-Not attending school full-time
-Legally entitled to work in Canada
-Not on EI
-Seeking employment after the program
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
-Full-time (30-34 hrs/wk) minimum wage paid training and employment (13 Weeks)
-Experience in video production, basics of graphic design & editing skills
-Consultations in career development
Apply Now!
Applications accepted: Now to August 27, 2025
Program runs from September 8 - December 5 , 2025
Application Submission:
A letter of application describing how you might use your media skills in the future.
Suggested: support material such as a resume, art work (photographs, writing, videos, etc.). This program is intentionally accessible so above suggestions are not required for application.
Email your application to Krista Tupper: [email protected]
Or drop off your application to:
COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY
580 Duncan Ave
Courtenay, BC. V9N 2M7
T: 250-338-6211
Questions? Email: [email protected]
Space is limited – apply today!
ANTICIPATED START DATE: September 8, 2025
This is a full-time 13-week program, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-3:30pm
This project is funded by the Government of Canada.
Partners: Wachiay Friendship Centre, Creative Employment Access Society, Sid William's Theatre
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Courtenay, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-27
Expected start date: 2025-08-08
